HEIDENHAIN ND 7000 Operating Instructions Manual page 165

Quick Start | Machining a rectangular pocket (MDI mode of operation)
9.6.1 Defining the rectangular pocket
Z
9.6.2 Milling a rectangular pocket
The values for spindle speed, milling depth and feed rate depend on the
end mill's metal-removal rate and the machine tool.
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Tap Tools on the status bar
The Tools dialog appears
Tap End mill
Tap Confirm
The associated tool parameters are applied automatically
The Tools dialog is closed
Move the tool until it touches the surface of the flange
Press and hold the Z axis key in the position display
The product displays 0 with the Z axis
Tap Create on the status bar
A new block is displayed
In the Block type drop-down list, select the Rectangular
pocket block type
Enter the following parameters according to the dimensional
data:
Clearance height: 10
Depth: -6
X coordinate of center: 80
Y coordinate of center: 50
Side length in X: 110
Side length in Y: 80
Direction: clockwise
Finishing allowance: 0.2
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
On the machine tool, insert the Ø 12 mm end mill into the
spindle
On the product, set the spindle speed to a suitable value
Start the machining process—follow the instructions of the
wizard
The product executes the individual steps of the milling
operation
Tap Close
Program run is terminated
The wizard closes
You have successfully machined the rectangular pocket
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