Creating A New Workpiece - Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl Operating Manual

Managing programs
12.4 Creating a directory/program/job list/program list
In a subdirectory, in turn, you can create programs and then create program blocks for them.
Note
Restrictions
● Directory names must end in .DIR or .WPD.
● The maximum name length is 28 characters including the extension.
All letters (except accented characters), numbers and underscores are permitted for name
assignment. These names are automatically converted to upper-case letters.
This limitation does not apply for work on USB/network drives.
Procedure
12.4.2

Creating a new workpiece

You can set up various types of files such as main programs, initialization files, tool offsets,
etc. in a workpiece.
Note
Workpiece directories
You have the option of nesting tool directories. You must note that the length of the call line is
restricted. You will be informed if the maximum number of characters is reached when entering
the workpiece name
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1. Select the "Program manager" operating area.
2. Select the desired storage medium, i.e. a local or USB drive.
3. If you want to create a new directory in the local network, place the cursor
on the topmost folder and press the "New" and "Directory" softkeys.
The "New Directory" window opens.
4. Enter the desired directory name and press the "OK" softkey.
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