Measuring Radius Or Diameter - Siemens SINUMERIK Series Operating Manual

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Measuring radius or diameter

Tool measurement is only possible with an active tool.

Operating Manual, 08/2018, 6FC5398-7CP41-0BA0

If you are using a distance gauge, travel as close to the fixed point as

possible, measure the gap with the distance gauge and enter the value

The distance gauge is approached with the spindle stationary.

Press the "Set length" softkey.

The tool length is calculated automatically and entered in the tool list.

Insert the tool you want to measure in the spindle.

Select "JOG" mode in the "Machine" operating area.

Press the "Meas. tool" softkey.

Press the "Radius manual" or "Diam. manual" softkey.

Select the cutting edge number D and the the number of the replacement

Approach the workpiece in the X or Y direction and perform scratching

with the spindle rotating in the opposite direction.

Specify the setpoint position X0 or Y0 of the workpiece edge.

Press the "Set radius" or "Set diam." softkey.

The tool radius or diameter is calculated automatically and entered in the

Setting up the machine

4.5 Measure tool