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V2.9; linux-ftpd V0.17; ppp V2.4.0; utelnet V0.1.1. The librarygrx V2.4.4. The linux kernel V2.4.4. The linux boot ppcboot V1.1.3. If you would like to have a CD copy of this source code sent to you, send 10 Euros to Fagor Automation...
About the product ......................... 5 Version history ..........................7 Safety conditions ........................11 Returning conditions ........................15 Declaration of conformity and Warranty conditions ..............17 Additional notes .......................... 19 Fagor documentation........................21 CHAPTER 1 GENERAL CONCEPTS Keyboard........................23 General concepts......................25 1.2.1 P999997 text program management................
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O p e r a t in g ma n u a l Pocket cycle with a profile ..................... 87 3.5.1 Definition of data ......................89 3.5.2 Profile definition ......................90 3.5.3 Profile definition examples ..................91 Rectangular and circular boss cycles ................96 3.6.1 Definition of data ......................
- - - Remote CAN modules, for digital I/O expansion (RIO). Option Option - - - Sercos servo drive system for Fagor servo drive connection. - - - Option - - - CNC 8055 CAN servo drive system for Fagor servo drive connection.
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SOFTWARE OPTIONS OF THE 8055 AND 8055I CNCS. Model Number of axes with standard software Number of axes with optional software ----- 4 or 7 4 or 7 4 or 7 Electronic threading ----- Stand. Stand. Stand. Stand. Stand. Stand. Stand. Tool magazine management: ----- Stand.
VERSION HISTORY Here is a list of the features added in each software version and the manuals that describe them. The version history uses the following abbreviations: INST Installation manual Programming manual Operating manual OPT-MC Operating manual for the MC option. OPT-TC Operating manual for the TC option.
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Value 120 of the OPMODE variable. INST / PRG Software V01.65 January 2015 List of features Manual Block processing time of 1 ms on the "CNC 8055i FL Engraving" model. INST / OPT/ PRG Software V02.00 February 2014 List of features Manual Profile machining in segments.
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Software V02.03 July 2014 List of features Manual Set PAGE and SYMBOL instructions support PNG and JPG/JPEG formats. New values for parameters MAXGEAR1..4 (P2..5), SLIMIT (P66), MAXSPEED (P0) and INST DFORMAT (P1). Software V02.10 November 2014 List of features Manual Incremental zero offset (G158).
The unit can only be repaired by personnel authorized by Fagor Automation. Fagor Automation shall not be held responsible of any physical or material damage originated from not complying with these basic safety rules. PRECAUTIONS AGAINST PERSONAL HARM •...
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This unit is ready to be used in industrial environments complying with the directives and regulations effective in the European Community. Fagor Automation shall not be held responsible for any damage that could suffer or cause when installed under other conditions (residential or domestic environments).
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PROTECTIONS OF THE UNIT ITSELF (8055) • "Axes" and "Inputs-Outputs" modules. All the digital inputs and outputs have galvanic isolation via optocouplers between the CNC circuitry and the outside. They are protected by an external fast fuse (F) of 3.15 A 250V against overvoltage of the external power supply (over 33 Vdc) and against reverse connection of the power supply.
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PRECAUTIONS DURING REPAIRS Do not manipulate the inside of the unit. Only personnel authorized by Fagor Automation may access the interior of this unit. Do not handle the connectors with the unit connected to AC power. Before manipulating the connectors (inputs/outputs, feedback, etc.) make sure that the unit is not connected to AC power.
RETURNING CONDITIONS When sending the central nit or the remote modules, pack them in its original package and packaging material. If you do not have the original packaging material, pack it as follows: Get a cardboard box whose 3 inside dimensions are at least 15 cm (6 inches) larger than those of the unit itself.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY AND WARRANTY CONDITIONS DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY The declaration of conformity for the CNC is available in the downloads section of FAGOR’S corporate website at http://www.fagorautomation.com. (Type of file: Declaration of conformity). WARRANTY TERMS The warranty conditions for the CNC are available in the downloads section of FAGOR’s corporate website at http://www.fagorautomation.com.
FLASH COM1 NODE FAGOR To prevent electrical shock at the monitor of the 8055 CNC, use the proper mains AC connector (A) with 3-wire power cables (one of them for ground connection). Before turning on the monitor of the 8055 CNC and verifying that the external AC line (B) fuse of each unit is the right one.
FAGOR DOCUMENTATION OEM manual It is directed to the machine builder or person in charge of installing and starting-up the CNC. USER-M manual Directed to the end user. It describes how to operate and program in M mode. USER-T manual Directed to the end user.
GENERAL CONCEPTS Keyboard Alphanumeric keyboard and command keys Select the X character. Select the A character. Select the R character. Specific keys of the MC model CNC 8055 CNC 8055i These keys may be used for: • Selecting and defining the machining operations. •...
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O p e r a t in g ma n u a l JOG keys These keys may be used for: • Moving the axes of the machine. • Governing the spindle. • Modifying the feedrate of the axes and the spindle speed. •...
P999998 stored in its memory. Both programs are related to the software version and, consequently, are not supplied by Fagor Automation. Whenever the CNC detects a new software version, it updates these programs automatically and, for safety, it makes a copy of the old ones in the KeyCF.
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It is a program of subroutines that the CNC uses to interpret the programs edited in MC format and execute them later on. This program must not be modified. If this program is modified or deleted, Fagor Automation will not be held responsible of the CNC's performance.
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O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l Considerations about the errors. The format must be respected. Only the text between quote marks ("text") may be translated. Example: Original text: N1021(ERROR"TALADRADO 1: F=0") Translated text: N1001(ERROR"1 ZULAKETA ZIKLOA: F=0") P998000 ···...
O p e r a t in g ma n u a l 1.2.1 P999997 text program management On power up, the CNC copies the texts of program P999997 into the system memory. • It checks if program P999997 is in user memory, if not, it looks in the KeyCF and if it is not there either, it assumes the default ones and copies them into program P999997 of the user memory.
O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l Power-up On power-up and after the keystroke sequence [SHIFT] [RESET], the CNC shows "page 0" defined by the manufacturer; if there is no "page 0", it shows the standard screen of the work mode.
O p e r a t in g ma n u a l Working in M mode with the MC keyboard There are 2 work modes: MC work mode and M work mode. Press the key sequence [SHIFT] [ESC] to go from one work mode to the other. The MC keyboard is designed to also be able to work in M mode.
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OPERATING IN JOG MODE The standard screen of the MC mode is the following: When pressing the two-color key, the CNC shows the special screen of the MC mode. CNC 8055 CNC 8055i ·MC· O PTION : V02.2 ·31·...
O p e r a t in g ma n u a l Introduction 2.1.1 Standard screen of the MC mode The standard screen of the MC mode offers the following data: Clock. This window may show the following data: when "single block"...
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O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l Here are all the possible cases. This window shows, in large characters, the selected tool number "T" and, in small characters, the "D" offset associated with the tool. If the tool number and the offset number are the same, the CNC will not show the "D"...
O p e r a t in g ma n u a l 2.1.2 Special screen of the MC mode The special screen of the MC mode offers the following data: Clock. This window may show the following data: when "single block" execution mode is selected. when the DNC mode is active.
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O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l This window shows the status of the "G" functions and the auxiliary "M" functions that are active. Likewise, it shows the value of the variables. PARTC It indicates the number of consecutive parts executed with the same part- program.
O p e r a t in g ma n u a l 2.1.3 Standard screen of the MC mode. Configuration of two and half axes A two-and-a-half-axis configuration is a milling machine where the X and Y axes are motorized and the Z axis is set as a DRO axis (display only).
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O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l Canned cycles Not all the cycles can be applied to a two-and-a-half-axis configuration. The following cycles are permitted. In some of these cycles, some data has been eliminated to adapt them to the two-and- a-half-axis configuration.
O p e r a t in g ma n u a l 2.1.4 Selecting a program for simulation or execution When selecting a part-program or operation saved as part of a part-program for simulation or execution, the CNC selects that part-program and shows it highlighted next to the green "start" symbol in the top center window.
O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l Axis control 2.2.1 Work units When accessing the MC mode, the CNC assumes the work units "mm or inches", "mm/min. or mm/rev", etc. selected by machine parameter. To modify those values, access the M mode and change the corresponding machine parameter.
O p e r a t in g ma n u a l Machine reference (home) search Home search may be done in 2 ways: • Homing all the axes. • Homing a single axis. Homing all the axes To home all the axes, press [ZERO]. The CNC requests confirmation of the command (text 48 of program 999997).
O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l Zero offset table It is possible to manage the zero offset table from the conversational mode (G54..G59, G159N7 ... G159N20). This table contains the same values as that of the conversational mode. Press the [ZERO] key to access the zero offset table as well as to get out of it.
O p e r a t in g ma n u a l Jog movement When making a move in manual, both in jog and with handwheels, the moving axis appears in reverse video. • With gantry axes, only the master axis is highlighted. •...
O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l 2.5.3 Continuous jog Place the movement selector in the continuous-jog position and select at the feedrate override switch (FEED) the percentage (0% to 120%) of the feedrate to be applied. The continuous jog must be made one axis at a time.
O p e r a t in g ma n u a l 2.5.4 Path-jog The "path jog" mode acts when the switch is in one of the continuous or incremental jog positions. This feature may be used to act upon the jog keys of an axis to move both axes of the plane at the same time for chamfering (straight sections) and rounding (curved sections).
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O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l Considerations about the jog movements This mode assumes as axis feedrate the one selected in jog mode and it will also be affected by the feedrate override switch. If F0 is selected, it assumes the one indicated by machine parameter "JOGFEED (P43)".
The bottom of the screen shows the selected axis in small characters and next to the handwheel symbol. When using a FAGOR handwheel with an axis selector button, the axis may be selected as follows: • Push the button on the back of the handwheel. The CNC select the first axis and it highlights it.
O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l 2.5.6 Feed handwheel Usually, when making a part for the first time, the machine feedrate is controlled by means of the feedrate override switch. From this version on, it is also possible to use the machine handwheels to control that feedrate. This way, the machining feedrate will depend on how fast the handwheel is turned.
O p e r a t in g ma n u a l 2.5.7 Path-handwheel The "path handwheel" mode acts when the switch is in one of the handwheel positions. With this feature, it is possible to jog two axes of the plane at the same time along a linear path (chamfer) or circular path (rounding) with a single handwheel.
O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l Tool control The standard screen of the MC mode offers the following tool data. This window displays the following information: • In large characters, the tool "T" number currently selected. •...
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O p e r a t in g ma n u a l Tool information in machining centers. This position does not exist on machining centers with tool changer arm; therefore, it will display the value of the variable: NXTOOL. The NXTOOL variable sets the number of the next tool.
O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l 2.6.1 Tool change Depending on the type of tool changer, the following options are possible: • Machine with automatic tool changer. • Machine with manual tool changer. In either case, the CNC acts as follows: •...
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O p e r a t in g ma n u a l Managing a machining center. When having a machining center, general machine parameter "TOFFM06 (P28) = Yes", the CNC acts as follows: If the execution of an operation or cycle involves a tool change, the CNC: •...
O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l 2.6.2 Variable tool change point If the manufacturer so wishes, he can let the user define the tool change point every time. Obviously, this feature depends on the type of machine and type of tool changer. This feature may be used to change the tool next to the part, thus avoiding movements to a tool change point located far away from it.
O p e r a t in g ma n u a l Tool calibration This mode may be used to define the tools and calibrate them. The tools may be calibrated with or without using a probe. This mode is also available while executing a program and during tool inspection. The calibration mode can have three editing levels.
O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l 2.7.1 Define the tool in the tool table (level 1) When accessing this level, the CNC shows the following screen. Indicating the selected work mode: "Tool calibration". Graphic assistance for tool calibration.
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O p e r a t in g ma n u a l Define the rest of the data related to the tool Nominal life. Real (actual) life. Family code. Tool status. Nominal life. Machining time (in minutes) or number of operations that the tool may carry out. Real (actual) life.
O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l 2.7.2 Tool calibration without a probe (level 1) Before measuring the tool, it must be defined in the tool table. See "2.7.1 Define the tool in the tool table (level 1)"...
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O p e r a t in g ma n u a l Tool calibration The right window shows the tool dimensions and the lower left window shows the necessary data to calibrate it. To access the calibration window, (lower left window) and, thus calibrate the tool, the tool must be selected on the machine.
O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l 2.7.3 Tool calibration with a probe (level 2) This calibration level requires the purchase of the right software options purchased and the use of a table-top probe. When accessing this level, the CNC shows the following screen.
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O p e r a t in g ma n u a l Type of operation. The cycle allows doing a measurement or a calibration. To select the desired operation, position the cursor on the "Measurement / Calibration" field and press the two-color key. To take a measurement, define the following data.
O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l 2.7.4 Part centering with / without a probe (level 3) Part centering with / without a probe is in level 3 of the tool calibration mode. Use the following icons to access the screen for part centering with or without a probe.
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O p e r a t in g ma n u a l Probe's tool number. If not programmed or programmed with a 0 value, it generates the corresponding error message. Tool offset number. If not programmed, it assumes the offset number assigned to T in the tool table.
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O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l Considerations for the cycle Going into manual part centering without a probe cancels G73 (pattern rotation). When the focus is in "1 - RECALL" type box or in a box of the X or Y coordinate, it will change the color of its associated point in the drawing.
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O p e r a t in g ma n u a l Operation After selecting the type of part to be centered (rectangular or circular) proceed as follows: Move the tool until touching the desired point of the part. Place the focus in the box of the type "1 - RECALL"...
O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l 2.7.5 Tabletop probe calibration (level 4) The new tabletop probe calibration cycle level 4 makes probe calibration easier. This reduces machine preparation time. The tool used for calibration must properly calibrated in radius and length. Data to be entered [ T ] Tool number It defines the number of the tool used to calibrate the probe.
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O p e r a t in g ma n u a l Programming method for probe coordinates It indicates whether the cycle assumes the probe position defined in the machine parameters or the position defined in the cycle. To select one of them, use the cursor to select the "Machine parameters / Programmable parameters"...
O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l Spindle control The standard screen of the MC mode offers the following spindle data. Real spindle speed in rpm. Theoretical spindle speed in rpm. To select another speed, press the [S] key. The CNC highlights the current value. Enter the new value and press [START].
O p e r a t in g ma n u a l Controlling the external devices With this CNC, it is possible to activate and deactivate, via keyboard, up to 6 external devices, for example, the coolant. The machine manufacturer must use the PLC program to activate and deactivate the devices. The CNC will inform the PLC about the status of each key.
O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l 2.10 ISO management Access to the MDI mode or the ISO mode. The ISO key may be used to access the MDI mode or the ISO mode. To access the MDI mode, the CNC must be in jog mode and the ISO key must be pressed.
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O p e r a t in g ma n u a l CNC 8055 CNC 8055i ·MC· O PTION : V02.2 ·70·...
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WORKING WITH OPERATIONS OR CYCLES Use the following CNC keys to select the different machining operations or cycles. User cycles When pressing [PCALL], the CNC shows all the user cycles defined by the machine manufacturer with the WGDRAW application. The user cycle is edited like any other standard cycle of the MC mode. Once all the required data has been defined, the user can simulate or execute the cycle like any other standard cycle of the MC mode.
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O p e r a t in g ma n u a l Some cycles may be carried out in the tool position or may be associated a multiple positioning so the cycle may be repeated in several locations. The positioning moves may be selected with each one of the following keys: Multiple positioning in several locations.
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O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l Operation editing mode Once the operation has been selected, the CNC shows a screen like the following: Name of the selected operation or work cycle. Help graphics.
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O p e r a t in g ma n u a l 3.1.1 Definition of machining conditions Some operations keep the machining conditions throughout the execution (boring, reaming, etc.). Other operations use some machining conditions for roughing and others for finishing (pockets, bosses, etc.).
O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l 3.1.2 Safety plane There are four work planes in all operations: • Starting plane or position occupied by the tool when calling the cycle. It is not defined; the CNC sets it.
O p e r a t in g ma n u a l 3.1.3 Cycle level All the cycles have several editing levels. Each level has its own screen and the main window of the cycle indicates, with tabs, the available levels and which one is selected. To change levels, use the [LEVEL CYCLE] key or the [page up] and [page down] keys to scroll up and down through the various levels.
O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l Simulating and executing the operation All the operations or cycles have 2 work modes; execution and editing. • Press [ESC] to switch from editing mode to execution mode. •...
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O p e r a t in g ma n u a l 3.2.1 Background cycle editing It is possible to edit an operation or cycle while executing a program or part (background editing). The new operation edited may be saved as part of a part-program other than the one being executed. The operation being edited in background cannot be executed or simulated, and the current position of the machine cannot be assigned to a coordinate.
O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l Profile milling operation This key accesses the profile milling operation. This cycle may be defined in two ways: Level 1. The following data must be defined: •...
O p e r a t in g ma n u a l 3.3.1 Definition of data Coordinates of the first and last points. The coordinates are defined one by one. After placing the cursor on the coordinates of the axes to be defined, the value is entered in one of the following ways.
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O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l Machining conditions in Z (Zs, Z, P, I, Fz). The machining conditions are defined one by one. • The Zs and Z values are defined as the coordinates of the first and last points. •...
O p e r a t in g ma n u a l 3.3.2 Profile definition (level 2) Defining the profile program. The profile program may be defined as follows. • Key in the profile program number directly. If the "profile program" is known, key in the program number and press [ENTER]. •...
O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l Surface milling and slot milling operations This key accesses the surface milling and slot milling operations. Surface milling operation. The following data must be defined: •...
O p e r a t in g ma n u a l 3.4.1 Defining the surface milling data Type of surface milling. Type of surface milling. To select the type of surface milling, place the cursor over this icon and press the two- color key.
O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l 3.4.2 Defining the grooving data Type of grooving. Type of grooving. To select the type of grooving, place the cursor over this icon and press the two-color key. Coordinates of the starting point.
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O p e r a t in g ma n u a l Clockwise milling of the different types of slots . CNC 8055 CNC 8055i ·MC· O PTION : V02.2 ·86·...
O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l Pocket cycle with a profile This key accesses the pocket-with-profile operation. There are two types of pocket with profile; 2D and 3D. Pocket with 2D profile Pocket with 2D profile A pocket is composed by an external contour or profile (1) and a series of internal contours or profiles (2).
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O p e r a t in g ma n u a l Programming 3D pockets with profile. Pocket identification number (POCK. 3D). Several 3D pockets are possible. The CNC associates to each 3D pocket all its data (surface profile, depth profile, machining conditions, etc.). Surface profile or profile in the XY plane.
O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l 3.5.1 Definition of data Machining conditions in Z (Zs, Z). To define the values (Zs and Z), after going to the corresponding window, the value is entered in one of the following ways.
O p e r a t in g ma n u a l 3.5.2 Profile definition Defining the profile program. The profile program may be defined as follows. • Key in the profile program number directly. If the "profile program" is known, key in the program number and press [ENTER]. •...
O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l 3.5.3 Profile definition examples Example of how to define a 2D profile without islands: 2D pocket. Profile 1 [RECALL] Configuration. Abscissa axis: X Ordinate axis: Y Autozoom: Yes Validate Profile.
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O p e r a t in g ma n u a l Example of how to define a 2D profile with islands: 2D pocket. Profile 2 [RECALL] Configuration. Abscissa axis: X Ordinate axis: Y Autozoom: Yes Validate Profile (outside profile). Initial point X 20 Validate...
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O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l Example of how to define a 3D profile without islands: 3D pocket = 1 Outside profile (P.XY). P.XY= 3 [RECALL] Configuration. Abscissa axis: X Ordinate axis: Y Autozoom: Yes Validate Profile.
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O p e r a t in g ma n u a l Example of how to define a 3D profile with islands: 3D pocket = 2 Outside profile (P.XY). P.XY= 4 [RECALL] Configuration. Abscissa axis: X Ordinate axis: Y Autozoom: Yes Validate Profile (pocket profile).
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O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l Depth profile (P.Z1). P.Z1= 2 [RECALL] Configuration. Abscissa axis: X Ordinate axis: Z Autozoom: Yes Validate Profile (pocket depth profile). Initial point X 20 Validate Straight line X 30 Z -20...
O p e r a t in g ma n u a l Rectangular and circular boss cycles This key accesses the circular boss and rectangular boss operations. Rectangular boss cycle. The following data must be defined: • The starting point (X1, Y1), the dimensions of the boss (L, H), the inclination angle (), the amount of stock to be removed (Q), the type of corner and the machining conditions in Z (Zs, Z, P, I, Fz).
O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l 3.6.1 Definition of data Rectangular boss. Position of the starting point. The starting point of the boss may be located at a vertex or in the center. To select its position, place the cursor over this icon and press the two-color key.
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O p e r a t in g ma n u a l Milling pass ( ). Finishing stock on the side walls ( ) and at the bottom ( z). Number of finishing passes (N). Place the cursor in the window for the finishing operation, key in the desired value and press [ENTER].
O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l Rectangular and circular pocket cycles This key accesses the circular pocket and rectangular pocket operations. Rectangular pocket cycle (level 1). The following data must be defined: •...
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O p e r a t in g ma n u a l Circular pocket cycle (level 1). The following data must be defined: • The center coordinates (Xc, Yc), the pocket radius (R) and the machining conditions in Z (Zs, Z, P, I, Fz).
O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l 3.7.1 Definition of data Rectangular pocket. Position of the starting point. The starting point of the pocket may be located at a vertex or in the center. To select its position, place the cursor over this icon and press the two-color key.
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O p e r a t in g ma n u a l Milling pass ( ). Finishing stock on the side walls ( ) and at the bottom ( z). Number of finishing passes (N). Place the cursor in the window for the finishing operation, key in the desired value and press [ENTER].
O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l Positioning (2 levels) This key accesses the positioning operations. Level 1. The following data must be defined: • The target point ((X, Y, Z)), the axis moving order and the type of feedrate. Level 2.
O p e r a t in g ma n u a l 3.8.1 Definition of data Coordinates of the starting point. The coordinates are defined one by one. After placing the cursor on the coordinates of the axes to be defined, the value is entered in one of the following ways.
O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l Boring operation This key accesses the boring operations. Boring operation (level 1). The following data must be defined: • The machining point (X, Y), the coordinate of the safety plane (Zs), the coordinate of the part surface (Z), the total machining depth (P) and the dwell at the bottom (t).
O p e r a t in g ma n u a l 3.9.1 Definition of data Coordinates of the machining point. The coordinates are defined one by one. After placing the cursor on the coordinates of the axes to be defined, the value is entered in one of the following ways.
O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l 3.10 Reaming operation This key accesses the reaming operation. Reaming operation. The following data must be defined: • The machining point (X, Y), the coordinate of the safety plane (Zs), the coordinate of the part surface (Z), the total machining depth (P) and the dwell at the bottom (t).
O p e r a t in g ma n u a l 3.10.1 Definition of data Coordinates of the machining point. The coordinates are defined one by one. After placing the cursor on the coordinates of the axes to be defined, the value is entered in one of the following ways.
O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l 3.11 Tapping operation This key accesses the threading and thread milling operations. Threading operation (level 1). The following data must be defined: • The machining point (X, Y), the coordinate of the safety plane (Zs), the coordinate of the part surface (Z), the total machining depth (P) and the dwell at the bottom (t) and the type of tapping.
O p e r a t in g ma n u a l 3.11.1 Definition of data (threading) Coordinates of the machining point. The coordinates are defined one by one. After placing the cursor on the coordinates of the axes to be defined, the value is entered in one of the following ways.
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O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l TOOL WITHDRAWAL While machining, the CNC lets withdraw the tool to the starting plane stopping the spindle when the tool reaches the starting plane. Activating PLC mark RETRACYC (M5065) stops the main axis and the spindle, the tool is withdrawn changing the direction of the axis and spindle while keeping the machining F and S values.
O p e r a t in g ma n u a l 3.11.2 Definition of data (thread milling) Coordinates of the machining point. The coordinates are defined one by one. After placing the cursor on the coordinates of the axes to be defined, the value is entered in one of the following ways.
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O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l Thread cutting direction It defines the thread cutting direction. Thread cutting direction It defines the thread cutting direction (from the part surface down to the bottom of the thread or from the bottom up to the part surface).
O p e r a t in g ma n u a l 3.12 Drilling and center punching operations This key accesses the drilling, center punching and bore milling operations. Center punching operation. The following data must be defined: • The machining point (X, Y), the coordinate of the safety plane (Zs), the coordinate of the part surface (Z), the dwell at the bottom (t) and the type of center punching.
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O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l The following data must be defined: • The machining point (X, Y), the coordinate of the safety plane (Zs), the coordinate of the part surface (Z), the total machining depth (P), the drilling peck (I) and the dwell at the bottom (t) and the withdrawal distance after each penetration (B).
O p e r a t in g ma n u a l 3.12.1 Definition of data Coordinates of the machining point. The coordinates are defined one by one. After placing the cursor on the coordinates of the axes to be defined, the value is entered in one of the following ways.
O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l 3.12.2 Tool withdrawal While drilling a hole, the CNC lets withdraw the tool to the starting plane stopping the spindle when the tool reaches the starting plane. Activating PLC mark RETRACYC (M5065) stops the main axis and the tool is withdrawn without stopping the spindle.
O p e r a t in g ma n u a l 3.13 Multiple positioning Some cycles may be carried out in the tool position or may be associated a multiple positioning so the cycle may be repeated in several locations. Multiple positioning may be associated with the following cycles.
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O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l Rectangular pocket in different multiple positionings. When machining pockets and bosses at the different positions, proceed as follows: • There is neither roughing or finishing operation. The machining takes place point to point;...
O p e r a t in g ma n u a l 3.13.1 Multiple positioning in several locations This key associates this positioning with the active operation. Up to 12 points (X1, Y1) ··· (X12, Y12) may be defined. When not using the 12 definition points, the first unused point must be defined with the same coordinates as the last point.
O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l 3.13.2 Multiple positioning in a straight line This key associates this positioning with the active operation. The positioning may be defined in 5 ways. To select the desired type, place the cursor over the icon and press the two-color key.
O p e r a t in g ma n u a l 3.13.3 Multiple positioning in an arc This key associates this positioning with the active operation. Multiple positioning in an arc (level 1). The positioning may be defined in 6 ways. To select the desired type, place the cursor over the icon and press the two-color key.
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O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l Multiple positioning in an arc (level 2). The following data must be defined: • Center coordinates (Xc, Yc). • The starting point in Polar coordinates; Radius (R) and angle (). 2 of the following data must be defined.
O p e r a t in g ma n u a l 3.13.4 Multiple positioning in a rectangular pattern This key associates this positioning with the active operation. The positioning may be defined in 3 ways. To select the desired type, place the cursor over the icon and press the two-color key.
O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l 3.13.5 Multiple positioning in a grid pattern This key associates this positioning with the active operation. The positioning may be defined in 3 ways. To select the desired type, place the cursor over the icon and press the two-color key.
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OPERATING IN ISO MODE The ISO mode is accessed with the [ISO] key. • When operating with operations or cycles, press the [ISO] key once. • When operating in jog mode, press the [ISO] key twice; the first time to access the MDI mode and the second time to access the ISO mode.
O p e r a t in g ma n u a l Editing blocks in ISO mode When accessing the ISO mode, the CNC displays a special screen for editing up to 6 program blocks either in ISO code or in high level language. After editing a block, press [ENTER] to validate it. Example: G95 G96 S120 M3 G0 Z100...
O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l Programming assistance 4.2.1 Zero offsets and presets The icon may be used to select the following options: • Machine zero. It cancels any zero offset and assumes the machine zero (home) as reference.
O p e r a t in g ma n u a l 4.2.4 Mirror image The icons may be used to select the following options: • Select the action to be carried out. It is possible to cancel the active mirror image, define a new one canceling the previous ones or define a new one and add it to the one that is currently active.
O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l 4.2.7 Plane change An icon may be used to select the plane (G16, G17, G18 or G19) where the canned cycle will be executed. This way, the cycles may be executed in any of the three planes.
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SAVING PROGRAMS Part-programs may be edited, simulated and executed. Each one of these programs is made up by concatenating simple operations or cycles and/or blocks edited in ISO code. Chapter "3 Working with operations or cycles" describes how to edit or define those operations or cycles.
O p e r a t in g ma n u a l List of saved programs Press [P.PROG] to access the list of saved part-programs. It is not possible to access the list of part-programs directly if the "Tool calibration" mode is selected.
O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l See the contents of a program To see the contents of a part-program, select it on the left column using the pointer. To do that, use the [][] keys.
O p e r a t in g ma n u a l 5.2.1 Seeing one of the operations in detail Once the desired operation has been selected using the pointer, press [RECALL]. The CNC will show all the data for that operation. In this moment it is possible to: •...
O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l Edit a new part-program To edit a new program, proceed as follows: Press [P.PROG] to access the list of part-programs stored. Select, with the pointer, the option "Creating new part" on the left column. Press the [P.PROG] key.
O p e r a t in g ma n u a l Saving an ISO block or a cycle The block or cycle may be added at the end of the program, after the last operation or insert it between 2 existing operations.
O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l Delete a new part program To delete a part-program, proceed as follows: Press [P.PROG] to access the list of part-programs stored. Select, with the pointer, the part-program to be deleted from the left column. Press [CLEAR].
O p e r a t in g ma n u a l Copying a part-program into another one To copy a part-program into another one, proceed as follows: Press [P.PROG] to access the list of part-programs stored. Select, with the pointer, the part-program to be copied from the left column. Press the [P.PROG] key.
O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l Modify a part-program To modify a part-program, proceed as follows: Press [P.PROG] to access the list of part-programs stored. Select, with the pointer, the part-program to be modified from the left column. Once the program has been selected, the following operations are possible: •...
O p e r a t in g ma n u a l 5.7.1 Delete an operation To delete an operation, proceed as follows: Select, with the pointer, the operation to be deleted from the right column. Press [CLEAR]. The bottom of the screen will show a message requesting confirmation of the deleting operation. •...
O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l 5.7.2 Add or insert a new operation To add or insert an operation follow the same steps as for saving an operation. Define the desired block or cycle assigning the relevant data to it. Press [P.PROG] to access the list of part-programs stored.
O p e r a t in g ma n u a l 5.7.3 Move an operation to another position To move an operation to another position, proceed as follows: Select, with the pointer, the operation to be moved from the right column. Press the two-color key.
O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l 5.7.4 Modify an existing operation To modify an operation, proceed as follows: Select, with the pointer, the block or cycle to be modified from the right column. Press the [RECALL] key.
O p e r a t in g ma n u a l Managing programs using the explorer Windows Explorer may be accessed from the PPROG screen by placing the cursor in the "user programs" area and pressing [RECALL]. Pressing the [ESC] key returns to the PPROG screen. Accessing the explorer displays a window divided in two areas (left panel and right panel) as shown in the next figure: Once in the explorer, it will be possible to select any program of the Ram memory or hard disk...
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EXECUTION AND SIMULATION The simulation may be used to graphically show a part-program or an operation with the data used to define it. This way, the simulation may be used to check the part-program or the operation before executing it or saving it and, therefore, correct or modify its data. It is possible to execute or simulate a part-program or any operation.
O p e r a t in g ma n u a l Simulating or executing an operation or cycle All the operations or cycles have 2 work modes; execution and editing. Editing mode Execution mode Simulation The operation or cycle may be simulated in both work modes. To do that, press the [GRAPHICS] key.
O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l Simulating or executing a part-program Proceed as follows to simulate or execute a part-program: Press [P.PROG] to access the list of part-programs stored. Select on the left column the program to be simulated or executed. Press [GRAPHICS] to simulate the part-program and [START] to execute it.
O p e r a t in g ma n u a l 6.2.1 Simulating or executing a portion of a part-program Proceed as follows to simulate or execute a portion of a part-program: Press [P.PROG] to access the list of part-programs stored. Select the program from the left column and the operation (on the right column) from which to begin executing or simulating the part program.
O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l Simulating or executing an operation that has been saved Proceed as follows to simulate or execute an operation that has been saved as a part of program: Press [P.PROG] to access the list of part-programs stored.
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O p e r a t in g ma n u a l Execution mode When pressing [START] to execute an operation or part-program, the CNC shows the standard screen of the MC mode. When pressing the two-color key, the CNC shows the special screen of the MC mode. During execution, both screens show (in the top center window) the number of the program and the number of the cycle being executed.
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O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l 6.4.1 Tool inspection The PLC mark M5050 "TOOLINSP" determines when tool inspection is enabled. TOOLINSP=0 Tool inspection is possible after pressing [STOP]. TOOLINSP=1 Pressing [STOP] interrupts the execution of the program. To move the axes and do a tool inspection, press the [T] key once the execution of the program has been interrupted.
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O p e r a t in g ma n u a l Graphic representation When the [GRAPHICS] key is pressed, the CNC displays the graphic representation page of the M model. To leave the graphic representation mode, press the [GRAPHICS] key or the [ESC] key.
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O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l Every time a new display area is selected, the CNC keeps the current graphic representation. It does not delete it. When pressing [START] to resume or re-start the execution or simulation, it deletes the current graphic representation and starts a new one with the new values.
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O p e r a t in g ma n u a l In the conversational mode of the CNC, it is possible to generate an ISO-coded program with some basic G functions as well as M and T functions from an operation (cycle) or on a part-program. To enable this feature, set general machine parameter ISOSIMUL (P183) with a value other than zero.
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