Creating A Program Block - Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl Operating Manual

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Machining the workpiece

4.10 Editing a program

Creating a program block

In order to structure programs to achieve a higher degree of transparency, you have the

option of combining several blocks (G-code and/or ShopMill machining steps) to form

program blocks.

You then have the option of opening and closing these blocks depending on your

requirement.

Addit. run-in code

Automat. retraction

Structuring programs

● Before generating the actual program, generate a program frame using empty blocks.

● By forming blocks, structure existing G code or ShopMill programs.

Block designation

Spindle assignment. Defines at which spindle a program block is to be

If the block is not executed because the specified spindle should not be

processed, it is possible to temporarily activate a so-called "Addit. run-in

Block start and block end are moved to the tool change point, i.e. the tool

is brought into a safe range.

Select the "Program manager" operating area.

Select the storage location and create a program or open a program.

The program editor opens.

Select the required program blocks that you wish to combine to form a

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