Tool Usage Test - HEIDENHAIN TNC 640 User Manual

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Tool usage test

Requirements
Refer to your machine manual.
The tool usage test function must be enabled by your
machine tool builder.
The tool usage test function is not available for turning
tools.
To conduct a tool usage test, you must activate Create tool usage
files in the MOD menu.
Further information: "Tool usage file", page 851
Generating a tool usage file
Depending on the setting in the MOD menu, you have the
following options for generating the tool usage file:
Completely simulate the NC program in the Test Run operating
mode
Completely run the NC program in the Program Run, Full
Sequence/Single Block operating modes
In the Test Run operating mode, press the
GENERATE TOOL USAGE FILE soft key (also possible without
simulation)
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