Different Views Of A Workpiece - Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl Operating Manual

5.5

Different views of a workpiece

In the graphical display, you can choose between different views so that you constantly have
the best view of the current workpiece machining, or in order to display details or the overall
view of the finished workpiece.
The following views are available:
● Top view
● 3D view
● Side views
5.5.1 Plan view
Changing the display
You can increase or decrease the size of the simulation graphic and move it, as well as
change the segment.
See also
Enlarging or reducing the graphical representation (Page 136)
Panning a graphical representation (Page 137)
Modifying the viewport (Page 139)
5.5.2 3D view
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1. Start the simulation.
2. Press the "Top view" softkey.
The workpiece is shown from above in the top view.
1. Starting the simulation.
2. Press the "Other views" and "3D view" softkeys.
Software option
You require the option "3D simulation (finished part)" for the simulation.
Simulating machining
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