Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl Operating Manual page 545

Parameter Description
ZB Machining dimension (abs) or machining dimension in relation to ZA (inc)
XA Outside diameter – (only for tube and cylinder)
XI Inside diameter (abs) or wall thickness (inc) – for tube only
Procedure
Turning
Operating Manual, 03/2013, 6FC5398-8CP40-3BA1
1. The double editor is opened and the cursor is positioned in the G
code program.
2. Press the "Misc." and "Blank" softkeys.
The "Blank Input" window opens.
3. Select the desired blank and enter the corresponding values.
4. Press the "Accept" softkey.
Multi-channel machining (only 840D sl)
9.2 Multi-channel support (only 840D sl)
Unit
mm
mm
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