Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl Operating Manual page 426

Programming technology functions (cycles)
10.4 Milling
In face milling, the effective tool diameter for a tool of type "Milling cutter" is stored in a machine
data item.
Selecting the machining direction
Toggle the machining direction in the "Direction" field until the symbol for the required
machining direction appears.
● Same direction of machining
● Alternating direction of machining
Selecting limits
Press the respective softkey for the required limit.
The selected limits are shown in the help screen and in the broken-line graphics.
Procedure
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Machine manufacturer
Please refer to the machine manufacturer's specifications.
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1. The part program or ShopTurn program to be processed has been cre‐
ated and you are in the editor.
2. Press the "Milling" softkey.
3. Press the "Face milling" softkey.
The "Face Milling" input window opens.
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