Siemens SINUMERIK 840Di Function Manual page 1505

Detailed Description
2.1 Spindle modes
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2.1.1 General information
Spindle modes
The spindle can have the following modes:
• Control mode
• Oscillation mode
• Positioning mode
• Synchronous mode synchronous spindle (S3)
• Rigid tapping
References:
/PA/ Programming Guide, Fundamentals
/PAZ/ Programming Guide, Cycles
Axis mode
The spindle can be switched from spindle mode to axis mode (rotary axis) if the same motor
is used for spindle and axis operation:
Spindles (S1)
Function Manual, 08/2005 Edition, 6FC5397-0BP10-0BA0
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