Changing A Tool Type - Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl Operating Manual

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11.15

Changing a tool type

Procedure
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Milling
Operating Manual, 03/2013, 6FC5398-7CP40-3BA1
Press the "Tool data", "Cutting edge data" or "Monitoring data" softkey
to jump directly to the required parameters in the list.
1. The tool list, the wear list, the OEM tool list or the magazine is opened.
2. Position the cursor in the column "Type" of the tool that you wish to
change.
3. Press the <SELECT> key.
The "Tool types - Favorites" window opens.
4. Select the desired tool type in the list of favorites or select using the
softkeys "Cutters 100-199", "Drill 200-299", "Grinders 400-499" or "
Spec.tool 700-900".
Note: A grinding tool can only be changed into another grinding tool
type.
5. Press the "OK" softkey.
The new tool type is accepted and the corresponding icon is displayed
in the "Type" column.
Tool management
11.15 Changing a tool type
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