13 Programming..........................205 14 File management..........................219 15 Settings............................227 16 Servicing and maintenance......................283 17 What to do if ..........................293 18 Removal and disposal........................299 19 Specifications..........................301 20 Index...............................308 21 List of figures..........................311 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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Intended use............................28 Improper use............................28 Personnel qualification........................29 Obligations of the operating company....................29 General safety precautions......................... 30 2.7 .1 Symbols on the product......................30 2.7 .2 Electrical safety precautions....................31 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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General information..........................46 Device overview........................... 47 Connecting encoders........................... 50 Connecting touch probes........................51 Wiring switching inputs and outputs....................52 Connecting input devices........................55 Connecting a network peripheral.......................55 Connecting the line voltage........................56 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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Position display functions......................79 6.10 Status bar............................. 80 6.10.1 Operating elements of the status bar..................80 6.10.2 Adjusting settings in the quick access menu................81 6.10.3 Stopwatch..........................82 6.10.4 Calculator..........................83 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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6.11 OEM bar..............................84 6.11.1 Operating elements of the OEM bar..................84 6.11.2 Calling functions of the OEM bar....................84 6.12 Messages and audio feedback......................85 6.12.1 Messages..........................85 6.12.2 Wizard............................86 6.12.3 Audio feedback.........................87 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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Backing up and restoring OEM settings................126 7 .9.7 Configuring the unit for screenshots..................127 7.10 Backing up data..........................128 7 .10.1 Back up settings........................128 7 .10.2 Back up user files........................129 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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Performing the reference mark search after startup............. 133 8.2.3 Setting the language......................133 8.2.4 Changing the password......................134 Single steps for setup........................135 8.3.1 Basic settings.........................135 8.3.2 Preparing machining processes..................... 143 Back up settings..........................149 Back up user files..........................150 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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Programming the row of holes..................... 165 9.9.6 Simulating program run......................166 9.10 Machining a bolt hole circle and row of holes (Program run)............167 9.10.1 Opening the program......................167 9.10.2 Running the program......................168 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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Machining pattern........................186 11.3 Executing blocks..........................191 11.4 Using the simulation window......................192 11.4.1 Depiction as contour view.....................193 11.5 Working with the positioning aid....................194 11.6 Applying the Scaling factor......................194 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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Closing a program........................217 13.5.3 Saving a program........................217 13.5.4 Saving a program under a new name................... 218 13.5.5 Saving a program automatically.....................218 13.5.6 Deleting a program........................ 218 13.6 Editing program blocks........................218 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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ID number Demo software for the product POSITIP 8000 Demo is software you can install on a computer regardless of the device. POSITIP 8000 Demo helps you to become familiar with, try out or present the functions of the device.
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If the ID numbers and indexes do not match, so that the documentation is not valid, you will find the current documentation for the product at www.heidenhain.de. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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Have you found any errors or would you like to suggest changes? We continuously strive to improve our documentation for you. Please help us by sending your suggestions to the following e-mail address: userdoc@heidenhain.de HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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These instructions must be read and observed by every person who performs any of the following tasks: Mounting Installation Commissioning and configuration Operation Programming Service, cleaning and maintenance Troubleshooting Removal and disposal HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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... items supplied with the product ... accessories for the product ✓ ✓ ... correct mounting of the product 4 "Mounting" ✓ ✓ ... correct installation of the product 5 "Installation" HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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✓ ✓ ✓ 19 "Specifications" ... product dimensions and mating dimensions (drawings) This chapter enables accessing the content of these ✓ ✓ ✓ 20 "Index" instructions according to specific topics. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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The behavior of the functions depends on the configurable machine settings The book symbol represents a cross reference to external documentation, e.g. the documentation of your machine tool builder or other supplier. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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Identifies an item of a list Example: TTL interface EnDat interface Bold Identifies menus, displays and buttons Example: Tap Shut down The operating system shuts down Turn the power switch off HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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The products of the POSITIP 8000 series are advanced digital readouts for use on manually operated machine tools. In combination with linear and angle encoders, digital readouts of the POSITIP 8000 series return the position of the tool in more than one axis and provide further functions for operating the machine tool.
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Provide all materials and means necessary in order for the personnel to complete the assigned tasks Ensure that the device is operated only when in perfect technical condition Ensure that the device is protected from unauthorized use HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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Functional ground connection as per IEC/EN 60204-1. Observe the information on installation. Product seal. Breaking or removing the product seal will result in forfeiture of warranty and guarantee. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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If you open the product, the warranty and the guarantee will become void. Never open the housing Only the product manufacturer is permitted to access the inside of the product HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Installation Instructions Printed issue of the Installation Instructions in the currently available languages Single-Pos stand Stand for rigid mounting, inclination angle 20°, fixing hole pattern 100 mm x 100 mm HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
TS 248 touch probe Touch probe for probing 683112-xx a workpiece (for setting presets), radial cable outlet USB connecting cable USB connecting cable for 354770-xx connector type A to type B For mounting HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Contact the distributor or machine manufacturer for replacement parts If damage occurred during transit: Keep the packaging materials for inspection Contact HEIDENHAIN or the machine manufacturer This applies also if damage occurred to requested replacement parts during transit. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Storage of the product Package the product as described above Observe the specified ambient conditions Further information: "Specifications", Page 301 Inspect the product for damage after any transport or longer storage times HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Allen key, size 2.5 (Duo-Pos stand) Materials for mounting on a supporting surface The unit must be mounted to a stand or a holder to ensure the correct and intended use of the product. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
(ESD). It is essential to observe the safety precautions for handling ESD-sensitive components Never touch connector pins without ensuring proper grounding Wear a grounded ESD wristband when handling device connections HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
If you remove a measuring device or peripheral, re-attach the dust protection cap to the connection The type of connections for encoders may vary depending on the product version. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Figure 11: Rear panel of devices with ID 1089177-xx Connections: X102: 37-pin D-sub connection for digital TTL interface (8 inputs, 16 outputs) X112: 15-pin D-sub connection for touch probes (e.g. HEIDENHAIN touch probe) X1-X6: 15-pin D-sub connections for encoder with interfaces of the type 1 V 11μA or EnDat 2.2...
If the cable connectors include mounting screws, do not overtighten them Pin layout of X112 LED+ B 5 V B 12 V DC 12 V DC 5 V LED– B – Probe signals, readiness TP – Touch Probe, normally closed HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
If the cable connectors include mounting screws, do not overtighten them The digital or analog inputs and outputs must be assigned in the device settings of the respective switching function. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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DC 5 V DC 5 V Dout 0...15 Din 0...7 GND (D) Pin layout of X104 CO – Change Over NO – Normally Open NC – Normally Closed Relay outputs: HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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Dout 1 Dout 3 Dout 5 Dout 7 DC 24 V Digital inputs: Digital outputs: X105 X105 Pin 17, 18, 36 Din 0...23 DC 24 V DC 24 V Dout 0...7 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
"Assembly of the product", Page 40 Connect the network peripheral to Ethernet port X116 using a standard CAT.5 cable. The cable connector must firmly engage in the port Further information: "Device overview", Page 47 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Comply with the pin layout Connect the power connection to a 3-wire grounded power outlet using a power cable that meets requirements Further information: "Device overview", Page 47 Pin layout X100 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
The following overview describes the different gestures for operating the touchscreen or the mouse: Tapping Means touching the screen briefly with your fingertip Means pressing the left mouse button once HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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Means pressing the left mouse button once and holding it down while moving the mouse; at least the starting point of the motion is defined The actions initiated by dragging include Scrolling through lists and texts HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Tap + or – until the desired value is displayed Long-press + or – to scroll through the values more quickly The selected value is displayed HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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The last action is undone To add a feature, tap Add The new feature is added Close Tap Close to close a dialog Confirm Tap Confirm to conclude an activity HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Tap anywhere on the touchscreen An arrow appears at the bottom of the screen Drag the arrow up The screen is switched on and shows the user interface last displayed HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Before a new user can log in, the logged-in user has to log out. The product provides various authorization levels that grant the user full or restricted access to management and operation functionality. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Tap Log out The user is logged out All functions of the main menu are inactive, except for Switch The product can only be used again after a user has logged in HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
"Activating the reference mark search", Page 113 User interface The unit is available in different versions, which are variously equipped. The user interface and available functions may vary depending on the version. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Further information: "Manual operation menu", Page 69 If automatic user login is not activated, then the product opens the User login menu. Further information: "User login menu", Page 76 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Execution of a previously created program with user inter- face Further information: "Program run menu ", Page 72 Programming Creation and management of individual programs Further information: "Programming menu ", Page 73 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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"Settings menu", Page 77 Further information: Switch-off Shutdown of the operating system or activation of power- saving mode Further information: "Switch-off menu", Page 78 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Spindle speed (machine tool) In the Manual operation menu, the workspace shows the position values measured at the machine axes. The status bar provides auxiliary functions. Further information: "Manual operation", Page 169 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Activation Tap MDI in the main menu The user interface for MDI mode is displayed Figure 16: MDI menu Axis key Actual position Distance-to-go Status bar Spindle speed (machine tool) HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
You specify the distance to the target point, and the distance to go is then calculated and displayed. The status bar provides additional measured values and functions. "MDI mode", Page 183 Further information: HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Program run selected block. The status bar provides additional measured values and functions. Further information: "Program run ", Page 197 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
The status bar and the optional OEM bar are not available in the Programming menu. Figure 19: Programming menu View bar Toolbar Program management You can see a visualization of the selected block in the optional simulation window. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
In the Programming menu, you can create and manage programs. You define individual machining steps or machining patterns as blocks. A sequence of blocks then forms a program. Further information: "Programming ", Page 205 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
The USB mass storage products and the network drives are displayed with their name or drive designation. Further information: "File management", Page 219 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
To log in another user, the logged-in user must first log out. "User login and logout", Page 63 Further information: HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Further information: "Settings", Page 227 The product provides various authorization levels that grant the user full or restricted access to management and operation functionality. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Reference mark search performed successfully Reference mark search not performed or no reference mark detected Selected gear stage of the gear spindle Further information: "Setting the gear stage for gear spindles", Page 80 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
If no entry is made in the spindle speed input field for three seconds, the device switches back to the display of the current spindle speed. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Further information: "Adjusting settings in the quick access menu", Page 81 Preset table Display of the current preset; tapping opens the preset table "Creating a preset table", Page 145 Further information: HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
The Scaling factor by which the stored position is multiplied during execution of an MDI block or program block Feed-rate value for axes in the Manual operation and MDI operating modes HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Operating element Function Start Starts time measurement or resumes time measure- ment after Pause Pause Interrupts time measurement Stop Stops time measurement and resets it to 0:00:00 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
For finding the centerline of a workpiece Further information: "Defining presets", Page 172 Probing For finding the center point of a circular feature (hole or cylinder) "Defining presets", Page 172 Further information: HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Tap the Spindle speed field on the OEM bar The product applies the predefined voltage value at which the spindle of the connected machine tool is brought to the selected rotational speed (with no load on the spindle) HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
To make the message display area smaller, drag the handle To close the display area, drag the handle up out of the screen The number of unclosed messages is indicated in Messages HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
The wizard proceeds to the next step or completes the process Tap Next to proceed to the next step Tap Back to return to the previous step Tap Close to close the wizard HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
The available sounds are grouped into categories. The sounds differ within a category. You can define the audio feedback settings in the Settings menu. Further information: "Sounds", Page 233 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
If the password is no longer known, contact a HEIDENHAIN service agency. Confirm the entry with RET Tap Log in The user is logged in The product opens the Manual operation mode HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
The language selected for the user is indicated by a national flag in the Language drop-down list Select the flag for the desired language from the Language drop-down list The user interface is displayed in the selected language HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Select the application Selecting the Application Basic settings Activating the Software options Setting the date and time Setting the units of measure Configuring a touch probe Configuring a touch probe HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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If the product is disconnected from the power source while it is on, the configuration data can be lost or corrupted. Back up the configuration data and keep the backup for recovery purposes HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Contact a HEIDENHAIN service agency and submit the displayed device information in order to request a license key for the product The license key and the license file are generated and sent by e-mail HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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Activating a license key You can activate a license key by Reading the license key from the provided license file into the product Entering the license key manually into the product HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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On the overview page, you can check which Software options are enabled for the product. Tap Settings in the main menu Tap Service Open in the sequence Software options Overview A list of enabled Software options is displayed HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
To set the rounding method, tap the corresponding drop- down list and select the rounding method To set the number of decimal places displayed, tap – or + Further information: "Units", Page 234 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Commissioning | Configuring a touch probe Configuring a touch probe You can use probing functions to set presets with a HEIDENHAIN KT 130 Edge Finder. The stylus of the edge finder can be additionally fitted with a ruby ball tip.
Commissioning | Configuring the axes 7.7.1 Overview of typical encoders The following overview lists the parameters of the HEIDENHAIN encoders that are typically connected to the product. When connecting other encoders, refer to the encoder's documentation for the required parameters.
If activated, enter the offset value for Reference point displacement Confirm the entry with RET To apply the current position as the offset value, tap Apply under Current position for reference point shift HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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To view the electronic ID label of the encoder, tap ID label In order to see the results of the encoder diagnosis, tap Diagnosis Further information: "<Axis name> (settings of the axis)", Page 250 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Mechanical ratio Confirm each input with RET For Angle encoder, select the Display mode, if applicable Tap Reference marks Select the reference mark from the Reference mark drop- down list: HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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Positive: The direction of traverse is in the counting direction of the encoder Negative: The direction of traverse is opposite to the counting direction of the encoder Further information: "<Axis name> (settings of the axis)", Page 250 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Error compensation enables the device to automatically compensate for systematic measuring errors during machining of the workpieces. One or more compensation factors can be defined by comparing nominal and actual values. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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Linear error compensation and segmented linear error compensation cannot be combined with each other. If you enable a reference point shift, then you need to reconfigure the error compensation. This helps you avoid measuring errors. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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Activate Compensation with the ON/OFF slide switch You can also use Linear error compensation (LEC) for angle encoders if the rotation angle is less than 360°. "Linear error compensation (LEC)", Page 257 Further information: HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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To switch to the previous display, tap Back twice Activate Compensation with the ON/OFF slide switch The error compensation for the axis is applied "Segmented linear error compensation (SLEC)", Page 257 Further information: HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Spindle Gear spindle Spindle with orientation To switch to the previous display, tap Back If applicable, select the axis name S for the axis from the Axis name drop-down list HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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5 V Further information: "Movement commands from digital input (S)", Page 267 Further information: "Special functionsOEM bar item", Page 278 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Tap Axis type Select Axis+ NC (software option) To switch to the previous display, tap Back If applicable, select the name of the axis from the Axis name drop-down list HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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Further information: "Inputs", Page 260 Parameter Settings ► Axes ► Axis name Path: Start-up time Kv factor P Kv factor L Further information: "<Axis name> (settings of the axis)", Page 250 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
-: principal axis - coupled axis The position values of both axes are offset against each other according to the selected type of calculation Further information: "<Axis name> (settings of the axis)", Page 250 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
A graphic can also be optionally displayed for calling the M functions in the program run. Further information: "Configuring M functions", Page 280 The product differentiates between standard M functions and the manufacturer- specific M functions. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
OEM bar: Configuring an OEM bar with specific functions Settings: Selecting the application, customizing the display elements and messages Screenshots: Configuring the unit for screenshots with the program Screen- shotClient HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Tap File management in the main menu Navigate to the list of storage locations Tap Safely remove The message The storage medium can be removed now. appears Disconnect the USB mass storage device HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Disconnect the USB mass storage device When you save the user files, the OEM-specific opening screen is also saved and can be restored. Further information: "Back up user files", Page 129 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
"OEM bar item: Logo", Page 276 Navigate to the folder containing the image file, and select the file Tap Select Select the desired option in the Link to documentation drop- down list HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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Tap Spindle speed in the Type drop-down list Tap the name of the spindle in the Spindle drop-down list Enter the desired nominal value into the Spindle speed input field HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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For every M function, you can also define corresponding images for displaying the status using Select image for active function and Select image for inactive function Further information: "M functionOEM bar item", Page 277 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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For each special function, you can also define corresponding images for displaying the status using Select image for active function and Select image for inactive function Further information: "Special functionsOEM bar item", Page 278 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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Open in the sequence OEM area OEM bar Bar items Tap the desired menu item Tap Remove bar entry Tap OK to confirm deletion The menu item is deleted from the OEM bar HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
As an OEM, you can define specific error messages that overwrite standard error messages or are triggered by defined input signals as additional messages. For this purpose, you can create a text database that contains your specific error messages. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Figure 26: Example – XML file for text database Then you import the XML file by means of a USB mass storage device (FAT32 format) into the product and save it, for example, to the Internal/Oem storage location. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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Navigate to the folder containing the XML file Tap the file name Tap Select Confirm the successful transfer with OK You have now successfully imported the Text database Further information: "Text database", Page 280 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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Tap Settings in the main menu Tap Service Open in the sequence OEM area Settings Messages Tap the desired message entry Tap Remove the entry Tap OK to confirm deletion The error message is deleted HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
If required, connect a USB mass storage device (FAT32 format) to a USB port of the product Navigate to the folder containing the backup file Select the backup file Tap Select Confirm the successful transfer with OK HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
For a detailed description, please refer to the POSITIP 8000 Demo Manual. This User's Manual is available in the "Documentation" User's folder of the product website. Further information: "Demo software for the product", Page 18 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Confirm the entry with RET Tap Save as Tap OK to confirm the successful backup of the configuration The configuration file was backed up "Back up and restore", Page 272 Further information: HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Tap File management in the main menu Navigate to the list of storage locations Tap Safely remove The message The storage medium can be removed now. appears Disconnect the USB mass storage device HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Setup user or OEM user for the assigned password. If the password is no longer known, contact a HEIDENHAIN service agency. Confirm the entry with RET Tap Log in HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
The language selected for the user is indicated by a national flag in the Language drop-down list Select the flag for the desired language from the Language drop-down list The user interface is displayed in the selected language HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Enter the new password and repeat it Confirm entry with RET Tap OK Close the message with OK The new password is available the next time the user logs in HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Back up the configuration data and keep the backup for recovery purposes 8.3.1 Basic settings The commissioning engineer (OEM) may have already carried out several basic settings. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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To set the number of decimal places displayed, tap – or + Further information: "Units", Page 234 Entering and configuring users The following user types, which have different rights, are defined in the product's factory default settings: Setup Operator HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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Tap OK A message appears Close the message with OK The user is created with the basic data. The user can then further edit the data himself later HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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Close the message with OK To change the language, select the flag for the desired language in the Language drop-down list Use the ON/OFF slider to activate or deactivate the Auto login function HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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The Operating Instructions are copied to the product Any existing Operating Instructions will be overwritten Confirm the successful transfer with OK The Operating Instructions can be opened and displayed on the product HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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Enter the Preferred DNS server and, if required, the Alternative DNS server Confirm the entires with RET The configuration of the network connection is applied "Network", Page 236 Further information: HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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Select Authentication for encrypting the password in the network Configure the Mount options Tap OK Tap Mount The connection to the network drive is established Further information: "Network drive", Page 237 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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Tap Input devices Select the flag for the desired language from the USB keyboard layout drop-down list The keyboard assignment corresponds to the selected language Further information: "Input devices", Page 232 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
You can define the following parameters: Description Parameter Tool type Diameter D Length L Designation that uniquely Diameter of the tool Tool length along the identifies the tool contact surface tool axis HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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The symbol changes and the entry is unlocked Tap Delete A message appears Close the message with OK The selected tool is deleted from the tool table Tap Close The Tool table dialog box is closed HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Numerical You must manually enter the numeric value of the preset in the input preset table Depending on the application, users of the type Operator define the presets. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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(hole or cylinder) (three probing procedures with tool, four probing procedures with edge finder) In the Manual operation chapter, you can find various examples for how you can probe a preset. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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Leave the input field empty to load the measured value To define a new value, enter the desired value Confirm the entry with RET Tap Confirm in the wizard The new coordinates are applied as the preset HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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The active checkbox is highlighted in green Tap Delete A message appears Close the message with OK The selected preset(s) is/are deleted from the preset table Tap Close The Preset table dialog box is closed HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Tap File management in the main menu Navigate to the list of storage locations Tap Safely remove The message The storage medium can be removed now. appears Disconnect the USB mass storage device HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Tap File management in the main menu Navigate to the list of storage locations Tap Safely remove The message The storage medium can be removed now. appears Disconnect the USB mass storage device HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
"Manual operation", "MDI mode", "Programming " and "Program run ". Make sure that you have read and understood the "Basic operation" chapter before carrying out the actions described below. Further information: "Basic operation", Page 57 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Setup user or OEM user for the assigned password. If the password is no longer known, contact a HEIDENHAIN service agency. Confirm entry with RET Tap Log in HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
A pre-processed workpiece blank is clamped on the machine tool Product A spindle axis is configured The axes have been homed Further information: "Conducting the reference mark search", Page 171 A HEIDENHAINKT 130 Edge Finder is available HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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The defined Ø 5.0 mm drill is added to the tool table Repeat this procedure for the other tools, and use the naming convention [Type] [Diameter] Tap Close The Tool table dialog box is closed HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
RET Tap Confirm in the wizard The probed coordinate is loaded in preset 0 Repeat the procedure and define the preset in the Y direction via probing HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
X direction: 95 mm Y direction: 50 mm Predrill the through hole Move the spindle to a safe position Keep positions X and Y You have successfully predrilled the through hole HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Figure 34: Example workpiece – machining a rectangular pocket Activation Tap MDI in the main menu The user interface for MDI mode is displayed HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Feed rate for plunging: 260 Confirm each entry with RET To run the block, tap END The positioning aid is displayed If the simulation window is active, the rectangular pocket is visualized HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Figure 35: Example workpiece – machining a fit Activation Tap MDI in the main menu The user interface for MDI mode is displayed HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
On the product, set a spindle speed of 250 rpm Start the machining process—follow the instructions of the wizard Tap Close Program run is terminated The wizard closes You have successfully machined the fit HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
To align the bolt hole circle and frame of holes you must set the circle center of the fit as the preset. Based on this preset the product then calculates all values for the relative coordinate system. Ascertain the preset with the HEIDENHAIN KT 130 Edge Finder.
In Name enter the name Example Confirm the entry with RET In Unit for linear values select the mm unit of measure The program has been successfully created; you can then begin with programming HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Feed rate: 2000 Feed rate for plunging: 600 Confirm each entry with RET Tap END to terminate the input process Tap Save program in the program management The program is saved HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
If the tool axis is NC-controlled, additionally enter the following parameters: Clearance height: 10 Feed rate: 2000 Feed rate for plunging: 600 Confirm each entry with RET Tap Save program in the program management The program is saved HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Check the view for programming errors, e.g. tool path intersections of holes If there are no programming errors you can machine the bolt hole circle and row of holes HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Tap Open program in the program management A dialog box is opened. Select the Internal/Programs storage location in the dialog Tap the file Example.i Tap Open The selected program is opened HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Repeat the process for the row of holes machining block After drilling the row of holes tap Close Machining is terminated The program is reset The wizard is closed HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Tap Manual operation in the main menu The user interface for manual operation is displayed Figure 40: Manual operation menu Axis key Reference Position display Status bar Spindle speed (machine tool) HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Tap Reference marks Existing reference marks are cleared The Reference symbol blinks Follow the instructions of the wizard The Reference symbol stops blinking upon successful completion of the reference mark search HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
You can define presets on a workpiece in the Manual Operation mode in the following ways: Probe a workpiece with a HEIDENHAIN KT 130 Edge Finder. Use this method to automatically enter the presets into the preset table. Probing a workpiece with a tool (touch-off). Use this method to define the respective tool position as a datum.
Determine the centerline of a workpiece (two probing procedures) Determine the center point of a circular form (hole or cylinder) (three probing procedures with tool, four probing procedures with edge finder) HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Leave the input field empty to load the measured value To define a new value, enter the desired value Confirm the entry with RET Tap Confirm in the wizard The new coordinates are applied as the preset HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Probe the edge in the Y+ direction Probe the edge in the X+ direction Probe the edge in the Z– direction The product defines the preset on the corner of the workpiece HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Probe the edge in the Y+ direction Probe the edges in the X+ direction and X– direction Probe the edge in the Z– direction The products defines the preset centered on the edge of the workpiece HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Probing steps Figure function Probe the hole at four points Probe the edge in the Z– direction The product defines the preset centered in the hold of workpiece HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Y– direction Probe the edges in the X+ direction and X– direction Probe the edge in the Z– direction The product defines the preset in the middle of the workpiece HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
The entered position value is linked with the current position and overwrites the active preset in the preset table The active preset is applied as the new value Perform the desired machining operation HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
To protect the entry for a tool from accidental changes or deletion, tap the Lock symbol next to the tool's entry The symbol changes and the entry is locked Tap Close The Tool table dialog box is closed HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Tap the tool you want to use Tap Confirm The associated tool parameters are applied automatically The selected tool is shown on the status bar Mount the desired tool on the machine tool HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Program run mode. Further information: "Programming ", Page 205 Further information: "Program run ", Page 197 Calling up Tap MDI in the main menu HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
MDI mode | Overview Tap Create on the status bar The user interface for MDI mode is displayed Figure 41: MDI menu View bar Block parameters MDI block Status bar Block tools HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Select the tool on the status bar Further information: "Creating a tool table", Page 143 You can load the current axis position with Actual position capture into the appropriate input fields. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Feed rate Speed of the tool axis (only for an NC-controlled Z axis) Feed rate for plung- Speed of the tool axis for downfeed (only for an NC- controlled Z axis) HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Feed rate Traversing speed of the tool axis (only for NC-controlled Z axis) Feed rate for plung- Traversing speed of the tool axis for plunging (only for NC-controlled Z axis) HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Frame of holes Clearance height Starting depth for milling in the tool axis (only for NC- controlled Z axis) Feed rate Traversing speed of the tool axis (only for NC-controlled Z axis) HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Length of the rectangular pocket in the X-axis direction Side length in Y Length of the rectangular pocket in the Y-axis direction Direction Direction in which the rectangular pocket is roughed out (clockwise or counterclockwise) Default: counterclockwise HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Follow the instructions in the wizard If you are using NC-controlled axes, then tap or press NC START on the product or machine tool HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Display of simulation and blocks Graphic-Position Display of simulation, parameters (position values for program run, if required) and blocks Position Display of parameters (position values for program run, if required) and blocks HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
The simulation window for the currently selected block appears Tap Graphic on the view bar to enlarge the simulation window The parameter view is hidden and the simulation window is enlarged HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
This enables you to mirror and scale a block. You can activate a scaling factor in the quick access menu. "Adjusting settings in the quick access menu", Page 81 Further information: HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Figure 50: Example – Execution of an MDI block with scaling factor If the calculated dimensions cannot be attained with the selected tool, the execution of the block is aborted. The scaling factor cannot be changed during execution of a block. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
If the machine tool has NC-controlled axes, and the product uses a POSITIP 8000 NC1 software option, then the parameters for positioning movements are transferred directly to the machine tool. The individual steps are initiated via the NC START key on the machine tool.
"Managing programs", Page 204 Figure 51: Example of a program in the Program un operating mode View bar Simulation window (optional) Distance-to-go display Toolbar Program blocks Spindle speed (machine tool) Program management HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
When the Single Block mode is active, the program stops after each block of the program control (this also includes blocks that do not require any action by the user) HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
The following options are available on the view bar: Operating element Function Graphic Display of simulation and blocks Graphic-Position Display of simulation, position values and blocks Position Display of position values and blocks HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Current block or machining position (green) Tool contour, tool position and tool path (orange) You can modify the colors and line thicknesses used in the contour view. Further information: "Simulation window", Page 231 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
"Adjusting settings in the quick access menu", Page 81 If the calculated dimensions cannot be attained with the selected tool, the execution of the block is aborted. The scaling factor cannot be changed during execution of a block. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Tap the folder containing the file Tap the file Tap Open The selected program is loaded 12.3.2 Closing a program Tap Close program in the program management The opened program is closed HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Programming does not require connecting the product to a machine tool. To obtain a better overview during programming, you can use the POSITIP 8000 Demo software for programming. You can export the generated programs and load them onto the device. Calling up...
Select the tool on the status bar "Creating a tool table", Page 143 Further information: You can load the current axis position with Actual position capture into the appropriate input fields. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Feed rate Speed of the tool axis (only for an NC-controlled Z axis) Feed rate for plung- Speed of the tool axis for downfeed (only for an NC- controlled Z axis) HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Feed rate Traversing speed of the tool axis (only for NC-controlled Z axis) Feed rate for plung- Traversing speed of the tool axis for plunging (only for NC-controlled Z axis) HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Frame of holes Clearance height Starting depth for milling in the tool axis (only for NC- controlled Z axis) Feed rate Traversing speed of the tool axis (only for NC-controlled Z axis) HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Length of the rectangular pocket in the X-axis direction Side length in Y Length of the rectangular pocket in the Y-axis direction Direction Direction in which the rectangular pocket is roughed out (clockwise or counterclockwise) Default: counterclockwise HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Figure 58: Example of a program in the Programming operating mode View bar Simulation window (optional) Block parameters Toolbar Program blocks Program management HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Define the relevant parameters, depending on the block type "Block types", Page 207 Further information: Confirm each entry with RET If the simulation window is active, the current block is visualized HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
The following options are available on the view bar: Control Function Graphic Display of simulation and blocks Graphic position Display of simulation, position values, and blocks Position Display of position values and blocks HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
The simulation window for the highlighted block appears Tap Graphic on the view bar to enlarge the simulation window The parameter view is hidden and the simulation window is enlarged HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Closing a program Tap Close program in the program management The opened program is closed 13.5.3 Saving a program Tap Save program in the program management The program is saved HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
The parameters of the selected block are displayed Edit the relevant parameters, depending on the block type Confirm each entry with RET Tap Save program in the program management The edited program is saved HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Tap File management in the main menu The file management user interface is displayed Figure 60: File management menu List of available storage locations List of folders in the selected storage location HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Tap Create a new folder Tap the input field in the dialog and enter a name for the new folder Confirm entry with RET Tap OK A new folder is created HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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Drag the icon of the file you want to move to the rightt The operating elements are displayed Tap Move to In the dialog, select the folder to which you want to move the file Tap Select The file is moved HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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Drag the icon of the file you want to delete to the right The operating elements are displayed Tap Delete selection Tap Delete The folder or file is deleted HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
In the dialog, select the storage location to which you want to export the file Tap Select The file is exported to the USB mass storage device or the network drive HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Tap File management in the main menu Navigate to the list of storage locations Tap Safely remove The message The storage medium can be removed now. appears Disconnect the USB mass storage device HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Settings menu. If, for example, the POSITIP 8000 NC1 software option is not activated on the unit, then the settings parameters that are necessary for this software option are not displayed on the unit.
Tap and drag: Touch the touchscreen and drag the arrow upwards from the lower edge Tap: Touch the touchscreen Tap or axis movement: Touch the touchscreen or move the axis Default setting: Tap and drag HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Settings: Actual value Nominal value Default setting: Actual value Distance-to-go indicator Display of the distance-to-go indicator in MDI mode Settings: ON or OFF Default value: ON HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Upward: values increase in the upward direction Downward: values increase in the downward direction Default value: Upward The Undo buttons enable the color definitions of the simulation window to be reset to factory settings. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Off (only multitouch): Operation only possible with the touchscreen, the mouse is deactivated Default setting: Auto (until first multitouch) USB keyboard layout If a USB keyboard is connected: Language selection of the keyboard assignment HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Default setting: Current system time Date format Format in which the date is displayed Settings: MM-DD-YYYY: month, day, year DD-MM-YYYY: day, month, year YYYY-MM-DD: year, month, day Default setting: YYYY-MM-DD (e.g. "2016-01-31") HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Round to 0 and 5: Decimal digits ≤ 24 or ≥ 75 are rounded to 0, decimal digits ≥ 25 or ≤ 74 are rounded to 5 Default setting: Commercial HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Meaning and function Operating Instructions Display of the operating instructions stored on the product Default: no document; the document in the desired language can be added "Documentation", Page 282 Further information: HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
IPv6 standard gateway Network address of the router connecting a network Preferred DNS server Primary server for mapping the IP address Alternative DNS server Optional server for mapping the IP address HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Parameter Explanation Name Name of the switching function Switching function Selecting whether the switching function should be activated or deactivated Settings: ON or OFF Default setting: ON HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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(only with Interval type of switching) Upper limit Selecting the upper limit of the axis position at which switching is to occur (only Interval type of switching) Remove the entry Removing the position-dependent switching function HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Language of the user – Auto login On restart of the product: Automatic login of the last logged-in user Default value: OFF – Remove user account Removal of the user account HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Language of the user Setup, OEM – Auto login On restart of the product: Automatic login of the last logged-in user Default value: OFF – Remove user account Removal of the user account HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Path: Parameter Explanation Adds a new user of the type Operator Further information: "Entering and configuring users", Page 136 It is not possible to add further OEM and Setup-type users. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
(the Z axis), the thumb points in the positive X direction, and the index finger in the positive Y direction. Figure 62: Assignment of the rectangular coordinate system to the machine axes HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Start starts the reference mark search and opens the workspace Reference mark search status Indicates whether the reference mark search was successful Display: Successful Unsuccessful Stop of reference mark search Indicates whether the reference mark search was canceled Display: HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Further information: "Inputs (Switching functions)", Page 246 Outputs Assignment of the digital output for the respective switching function according to the pin layout Further information: "Outputs (Switching functions)", Page 247 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Default value: Not connected Spindle-independent manual movements are only possible if there is a high level at the input. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Program Run or if automatic feed rate is activated in Manual mode. The lighting flashes if an active cycle is interrupted and can be continued by pressing the NC START key. Default value: Not connected HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Setting range: M100 ... M120 Digital output Assignment of the digital output for the M function according to pin layout Default value: Not connected Remove Removal of the selected M function HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Configuration of the linear error compensation LEC or segment- ed linear error compensation SLEC Further information: "Linear error compensation (LEC)", Page 257 Further information: "Segmented linear error compensation (SLEC)", Page 257 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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The entered required amount of time for the axes to be in the positioning window positioning window until the block is completed (only for manual- ly operated linear axes) Setting range: 0 ms to 10000 ms Default value: 0 ms HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Connected encoder model Settings: Linear encoder: Linear axis Angle encoder: Rotary axis Angle encoder as linear encoder: Rotary axis is displayed as linear axis Default value: Depending on the connected encoder HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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Setting range: 1 ... 1000000 Default value: 1000 Teach sequence Starts the teach sequence for determining the Line count for an angle encoder based on a specified angle of rotation. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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Warning with current ≤ 5.76 µA Error message with current ≤ 2.32 µA or ≥ 17 .27 µA Signal 11 µApp, setting: Frequency Error message with frequency ≥ 150 kHz HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
For encoders with TTL interface: Interpolation value of the encoders and integrated interpolation for the evaluation of the coded reference marks. Settings: None 2-fold 5-fold 10-fold 20-fold 50-fold Default value: None HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Current position for reference Apply applies the current position as an offset (in mm or point shift degrees, depending on the selected encoder model) between the reference mark and the zero point HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Opens the table of supporting points for manual editing Create table of supporting points Opens the menu for creating a new Table of supporting points Further information: "Create table of supporting points", Page 258 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Setting range: 0 kHz ... 1000 kHz Default value: 20.000 Direction signal is inverted Activate this function if you want to change the direction of rotation of the connected stepper motor Default value: Not active HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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Default value: Not connected Target position reached Assignment of the digital output when the axis is on the Target position in MDI mode of operation or in program run Default value: Not connected HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Default value: Not connected Input for digital movement Assignment of the digital input for the movement command in the negative direction according to pin layout command in negative direction Default value: Not connected HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Default value: 200 To be able to use the function, an input must be assigned in Smooth feed selection for analog movement commands Further information: "Inputs (Switching functions)", Page 246 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Default value: Not connected Signal is low-active If the function is active, a "low" signal at the input is interpreted as a mechanical handwheel HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
The switching functions are available only for units with ID number 1089177-xx. Settings ► Axes ► Spindle axis S Path: Parameters Explanation Axis name Definition of the axis name displayed in the position preview Settings: Not defined Default setting: S HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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Setting range: 0 rpm ... 500 rpm Default value: 30 To use the function, you have to assign an input to the Spindle position parameter. "Inputs (S)", Page 267 Further information: HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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Start-up time for upper spindle speed range: Time within which the drive accelerates from standstill to the maximum speed Smax Start-up time for lower spindle speed range: Time within which the drive accelerates from standstill to the maximum speed Smax HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Assignment of the digital input for the spindle start according to pin layout Default value: Not connected Spindle stop Assignment of the digital input for the spindle stop according to pin layout Default value: Not connected HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Assignment of a digital input; the signal positions the spindle at the speed set in Maximum spindle speed for oriented spindle stop during stopping to a desired position Default value: Not connected HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Version number of the system parameters axes.xml Version number of the axis parameters encoders.xml Version number of the encoder parameters ncParam.xml Version number of the NC parameters spindle.xml Version number of the spindle axis parameters HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Restoring of user files of the product Further information: "Restore user files", Page 289 Back up user files Backing up of user files of the product Further information: "Back up user files", Page 129 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Reset to shipping conditions Resetting of the settings to the factory default setting and deletion of the user files from the unit’s memory area "Reset to shipping conditions", Page 291 Further information: HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Selecting the image file that is to be displayed as opening screen (file type: PNG or JPG) "Adding a startup screen", Page 116 Further information: Delete startup screen Delete clears the user-defined opening screen and restores the default view HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
"M functionOEM bar item", Page 277 Special functions: "Special functionsOEM bar item", Further information: Page 278 Document: Further information: "DocumentOEM bar item", Page 278 Remove bar entry Removing the bar item from the OEM bar HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Spindle speed Setting the spindle speed Setting range: depends on the configuration of the spindle axis S Default value: 0 Remove bar entry Removing the bar item from the OEM bar HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Copies a selected image file to the storage location /Oem/ Images File format: PNG, JPG, PPM, BMP , or SVG Image size: Max. 100 x 70 px Remove bar entry Removing the bar item from the OEM bar HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Selecting the desired image for depicting the function Upload image file Copies a selected image file to the storage location /Oem/ Images Remove bar entry Removing the bar item from the OEM bar HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Settings: ON or OFF Default value: OFF M functions For the configuration, see "Configuring M functions", Page 280 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Select text database Selecting an XML type text database stored in the device Further information: "Creating a Text database", Page 123 Deselect text database Deselecting the currently selected text database HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Page 126 Restore OEM specific folders and Restoring the settings of the OEM area as a ZIP file files Further information: " Restore OEM specific folders and files", Page 126 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Activation of the software options via license key or license file Further information: "Activating a license key", Page 95 Reset trial options Reset of the trial options by entering a license key HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
To deactivate the cleaning mode, tap anywhere on the touchscreen An arrow appears at the bottom of the screen Drag the arrow up The screen is switched on and shows the user interface last displayed HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
When connecting the peripheral devices (e.g. encoders), the operating company must ensure safe resumption of operation and assign authorized and appropriately qualified personnel to the task. Further information: "Obligations of the operating company", Page 29 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Starting a firmware update Tap Settings in the main menu Tap Service Open in the sequence Firmware update Continue The service application is launched HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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Tap File management in the main menu Navigate to the list of storage locations Tap Safely remove The message The storage medium can be removed now. appears Disconnect the USB mass storage device HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Tap File management in the main menu Navigate to the list of storage locations Tap Safely remove The message The storage medium can be removed now. appears Disconnect the USB mass storage device HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Tap File management in the main menu Navigate to the list of storage locations Tap Safely remove The message The storage medium can be removed now. appears Disconnect the USB mass storage device HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Tap File management in the main menu Navigate to the list of storage locations Tap Safely remove The message The storage medium can be removed now. appears Disconnect the USB mass storage device HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Tap OK to confirm shutdown of the device The product is shut down All settings are reset and the user files are deleted To restart the product, switch it off and then back on HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
17.2.1 Restoring the firmware On a computer, create the folder "heidenhain" on a USB mass storage device (FAT32 format). In the "heidenhain" folder, create the folder "update" Copy the new firmware to the "update" folder Rename the firmware "recovery.dro"...
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User login is not possible Password does not As user with higher Qualified exist permission level, reset the personnel password Page 136 To reset the OEM password, contact the HEIDENHAIN service agency HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Forward the product and the backup battery to recycling in accordance with the applicable local disposal regulations If you have any questions about the disposal of the product, please contact a HEIDENHAIN service agency HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Interpolation at 1 V 4096-fold Touch probe connection Voltage supply DC 5 V or DC 12 V 5 V or floating switching output Max. cable length with HEIDENHAIN cable 30 m HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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Front panel and side panels: IP 65 Rear panel: IP 40 Mass 3.5 kg With Single-Pos stand: 3.6 kg With Duo-Pos stand: 3.8 kg With Multi-Pos stand: 4.5 kg With Multi-Pos holder: 4.1 kg HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
Product dimensions and mating dimensions All dimensions in the drawings are in millimeters. HEIDENHAIN 30.6 36.2 Figure 63: Dimensions of housing X112 X116 X100 Figure 64: Dimensions of rear panel of the product HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
19.3.2 Product dimensions with Duo-Pos stand ISO 7092-4 ISO 7092-4 ISO 7380-M4x8 Md = 2.6 Nm ISO 7380-M4x8 Md = 2.6 Nm 115.5 Figure 68: Product dimensions with Duo-Pos stand HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
MDI menu..........................185 Schematic depiction of the Hole block..................187 Figure 42: Figure 43: Schematic display of the bolt hole circle block..............188 Figure 44: Schematic display of the row of holes block.................189 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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Figure 67: Product dimensions with Single-Pos stand................306 Figure 68: Product dimensions with Duo-Pos stand................306 Figure 69: Product dimensions with Multi-Pos stand................307 Figure 70: Product dimensions with Multi-Pos holder................307 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020...
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