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... the operating elements of the product user interface 3 "Basic operation" ... the user interface of the product ✓ ✓ ✓ ... basic functions of the product HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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User interface after switch-on....................27 3.8.2 Main menu of the user interface....................28 3.8.3 Manual operation menu....................... 30 3.8.4 MDI menu............................31 3.8.5 Program run menu........................33 3.8.6 Programming menu........................34 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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3.11 OEM bar................................48 3.11.1 Operating elements of the OEM bar..................49 3.11.2 Calling functions of the OEM bar....................49 3.12 Messages and audio feedback......................... 50 3.12.1 Messages............................50 3.12.2 Wizard...............................51 3.12.3 Audio feedback..........................51 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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You can now clamp axes or remove axes from closed-loop control. The corresponding function can be added to the OEM bar as a special function. Further information: "Configuring special functions", Page 145 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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POSITIP 8000 Demo helps you to become familiar with, try out or present the functions of the device. You can download the current version of the software here: www.heidenhain.de To download the installation file from the HEIDENHAIN Portal, you need access rights to the Software portal folder in the directory of the appropriate product.
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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 Turning | 03/2022...
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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 Turning | 03/2022...
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Notice indicates danger to material or data. If you do not follow the avoidance instructions, the hazard could result in property damage. Informational notes Informational notes ensure reliable and efficient operation of the product. Informational notes are divided into the following groups: HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Identifies an item of a list Example: TTL interface EnDat interface Identifies menus, displays and buttons Bold Example: Tap Shut down The operating system shuts down Turn the power switch off HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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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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If there is no documentation at hand, it must be obtained from the manufacturers concerned. The specific safety precautions required for the individual activities to be performed on the product are indicated in the respective sections of these instructions. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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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 Turning | 03/2022...
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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 Turning | 03/2022...
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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 Turning | 03/2022...
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 Turning | 03/2022...
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The new feature is added Close Tap Close to close a dialog Confirm Tap Confirm to conclude an action Back Tap Back to return to the higher level in the menu structure HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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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 Turning | 03/2022...
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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 Turning | 03/2022...
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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 Turning | 03/2022...
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Further information: "Activating the reference mark search", Page 139 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 Turning | 03/2022...
Operator type, then the product displays the Manual operation menu after starting Further information: "Manual operation menu", Page 30 If automatic user login is not activated, then the product opens the User login menu. Further information: "User login menu", Page 37 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Creation and management of individual programs Further information: "Programming menu ", Page 34 File management Management of the files that are available on the product Further information: "File management menu", Page 36 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Settings of the product, such as setting up users, configuring sensors, or updating the firmware Further information: "Settings menu", Page 38 Switch-off Shutdown of the operating system or activation of power- saving mode Further information: "Switch-off menu", Page 39 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
5 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 223 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
The user interface for MDI mode is displayed Figure 4: MDI menu 1 Axis key 2 Actual position 3 Coupled axes 4 Distance-to-go 5 Status bar 6 Spindle speed (machine tool) HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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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. Further information: "MDI mode", Page 232 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
In the Program run menu, you can display a simulation window that visualizes the selected block. The status bar provides additional measured values and functions. Further information: "Program run", Page 244 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
The status bar and the optional OEM bar are not available in the Programming menu. Figure 6: Programming menu 1 View bar 2 Toolbar 3 Program management You can see a visualization of the selected block in the optional simulation window. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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 253 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
The USB mass storage devices and the network drives are displayed with their name or drive designation. Further information: "File management", Page 172 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
To log in another user, the logged-in user must first log out. Further information: "User login and logout", Page 24 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
Further information: "Settings", Page 179 The product provides various authorization levels that grant the user full or restricted access to management and operation functionality. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Position display shows the diameter of the radial machining axis X Further information: "Display", Page 183 Reference mark search performed successfully Reference mark search not performed or no reference mark detected HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Coupling is identical for the Z axis and Zo axis. The following describes only the coupling of the Z axis. All of the other axes can be coupled in the menu. Further information: "Coupling axes", Page 135 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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The product applies the entered spindle speed as the nominal value and controls the spindle of the machine tool accordingly To return to the display of the actual spindle speed, drag the input field to the left HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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If the desired spindle speed cannot be attained with the selected gear stage, then the gear stage icon will flash with an upward pointing arrow (higher gear stage) or with a downward pointing arrow (lower gear stage). HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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If necessary, press the key for enabling the axis keys (only if configured) Long-press minus Depending on the configuration, the virtual axis keys are either buttons (long-press) or switches (tap). The Y axis moves in negative direction HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Jog increment Entering the jog increment and activating the jog increment function in Manual operation mode; tap to open the dialog If this function is active, a corresponding icon is shown HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Tap the quick access menu on the status bar Select the desired option Tap Close to close the quick access menu If the Diameter option is selected, then the corresponding symbol appears in the position display HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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The device uses the value given in the mm/rev input field. If the spindle is at standstill, the device uses the value from the mm/min input field. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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The status bar and the optional OEM bar are not available in the Programming menu. Depending on the configuration, the optional OEM bar enables you to control the functions of the connected machine tool. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Press and hold the desired Spindle speed field on the OEM The background color of the field is highlighted in green The product applies the current spindle speed as the nominal value and displays it in the Spindle speed field HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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To close a message that potentially has an effect on the application, tap OK If applicable, the message will now be taken into account by the application The message disappears HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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 185 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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✓ ✓ ✓ 9 "Removal and disposal" ... environmental protection specifications ... the technical data of the product 10 "Specifications" ✓ ✓ ✓ ... product dimensions and mating dimensions (drawings) HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Overview of typical encoders...................... 91 4.6.3 Configuring axes for encoders with EnDat interface............. 92 4.6.4 Configuring the axes for encoders with a 1 V or 11 µA interface.........93 4.6.5 Performing error compensation....................98 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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PDF issue of the Operating Instructions on a memory medium in the currently available languages Addendum (optional) Supplements or supersedes the contents of the Operating Instructions and, if applicable, of the Installation Instructions. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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TS 248 touch probe Touch probe for probing a 683112-xx 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 Turning | 03/2022...
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Contact HEIDENHAIN or the machine manufacturer This applies also if damage occurred to requested replacement parts during transit. Repackaging and storage Repackage and store the product carefully in accordance with the conditions stated below. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Storage of the product Package the product as described above Observe the specified ambient conditions Further information: "Specifications", Page 211 Inspect the product for damage after any transport or longer storage times HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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 Turning | 03/2022...
Route the cables from behind through the opening in the stand and then to the connections Figure 13: Product mounted on Single-Pos Figure 14: Cable routing on Single-Pos stand stand Further information: "Product dimensions with Single-Pos stand", Page 216 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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(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 Turning | 03/2022...
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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 Turning | 03/2022...
SN 12 345 678 www.heidenhain.de X32X33 X34 X116 X117 X100 AC 100 V ... 240 V 50 Hz .. 60 Hz (max. 79 W) Figure 22: Rear panel of devices with ID 1089177-xx Connections: HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Information for OEM and Setup users | Installation 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...
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Pin layout of X1, X2, X3, X4, X5, X6 1 V , 11 µA , EnDat 2.2 1 V R– 11 μA Inter- EnDat DATA CLOCK shield 1 V A– Sense B– Sense 11 μA 1– 2– EnDat DATA CLOCK HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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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 Turning | 03/2022...
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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 Turning | 03/2022...
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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 Turning | 03/2022...
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Further information: "Assembly of the product", Page 64 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 71 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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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 71 Pin layout X100 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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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 Turning | 03/2022...
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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 Turning | 03/2022...
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Prerequisite: You are logged on as a user of the OEM type (see "Logging in for commissioning", Page 81). Selecting the application Selecting the Application Basic settings Activating Software options Setting the date and time Setting the units of measure HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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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 Turning | 03/2022...
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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 Turning | 03/2022...
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Further information: "Managing folders and files", Page 174 Contact a HEIDENHAIN service agency and submit the file you created in order to request a license key The license key and the license file are generated and sent by...
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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 succession: Software options Overview A list of enabled Software options is displayed HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Unit for angular values Settings: Radian: Angles in radian (rad) Decimal degrees: Angles in degrees (°) with decimal places Deg-Min-Sec: Angles in degrees (°), minutes ['] and seconds ["] Default setting: Decimal degrees HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Further information: "Configuring specific settings for Axis + NC", Page 109 Further information: "Configuring an Electronic handwheel", Page 133 For the parameters of HEIDENHAIN encoders that are typically connected to the product, refer to the overview of typical encoders. Further information: "Overview of typical encoders", Page 91...
The angles entered for the rotary axis (C axis) are referenced to the zero point of the C axis. Figure 23: Assignment of the rectangular coordinate system to the workpiece HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Information for OEM and Setup users | Commissioning 4.6.2 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.
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Setting range: 0.1 mm ... 1000 mm Default value: 1.0 Configuration of the offset between the reference mark and the Reference point displacement zero point Further information: "Reference point displacement", Page 93 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Not connected Further information: "Device overview", Page 71 Signal of the connected encoder Incremental signal Settings: 1 Vpp: Sinusoidal voltage signal 11 µApp: Sinusoidal current signal Default value: 1 Vpp HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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33 kHz: Suppression of interference frequencies above 33 kHz 400 kHz: Suppression of interference frequencies above 400 kHz Default value: 400 kHz Dummy load to avoid reflections Terminating resistor Settings: ON or OFF Default value: ON HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Negative: The direction of traverse does not correspond to the counting direction of the encoder Default value: Positive Results of encoder diagnostics, evaluation of encoder function Diagnosis (e.g., based on Lissajous figure) HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Setting range: 0.1 mm ... 10000.0 mm Default value: 20.0 For angle encoders with coded reference marks: Nominal increment maximum nominal increment for determining the absolute position Setting range: > 0° ... 360° Default value: 10.0 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Apply applies the current position as an offset (in mm or degrees, Current position for reference depending on the selected encoder model) between the reference point shift mark and the zero point HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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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 Turning | 03/2022...
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Actual length traversed) Input: millimeters or degrees (depending on the encoder) You can also use Linear error compensation (LEC) for angle encoders if the rotation angle is less than 360°. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Supporting point positions (P) Compensation values (D) Opens the menu for creating a new Table of supporting points Create table of supporting points Further information: "Create table of supporting points", Page 101 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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The start point defines the position starting from which the Start point compensation is applied to the axis Default value: 0.00000 Creates a new table of supporting points based on the entries Create HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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To switch to the previous display, tap Back Activate Compensation with the ON/OFF slide switch The adjusted error compensation for the axis is applied Further information: "Configuring segmented linear error compensation (SLEC)", Page 100 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Motor type: Bipolar servo motor Automatic detection of direction Movement detection when axis starts moving? Assign Axis + NC axis type Assign the central drive to the axes Configure the axes individually HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Default value: OFF Assignment of the digital output when the axis is on the Target Target position reached position in MDI mode or in program run Default value: Not connected HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Radial position tolerance for rotary axis is assumed and the central drive is stopped with a active standstill monitoring corresponding error message Setting range: 0.005 ° ... 45.000 ° Default value: 0.5 ° HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Radial position tolerance for rotary axis is assumed and the central drive is stopped with a active standstill monitoring corresponding error message Setting range: 0.005 ° ... 45.000 ° Default value: 0.5 ° HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Radial position tolerance for rotary axis is assumed and the central drive is stopped with a active standstill monitoring corresponding error message Setting range: 0.005 ° ... 45.000 ° Default value: 0.5 ° HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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OFF: The movement detection monitors only the axis that is to be moved. All of the other axes can move freely during movement detection Default value: OFF HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Activate NC1 software option Select the axis type Axis + NC Set parameters Configure outputs Movement commands from digital and analog inputs Configure inputs Digital enable inputs Software limit switches HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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(moving over following error) Setting range: 0.3 m/(min x mm) ... 6 m/(min x mm) Default value: 2.5 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Start-up time The start-up time allows you to control the acceleration behavior and the braking behavior of the axes. The start-up time always refers to f Hochlaufzeit Rücklaufzeit (= Hochlaufzeit) HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Positioning window in NC mode, this triggers a switchover to the Kv factor L. The target position is transferred to the position controller as the new nominal value. HEIDENHAIN recommends that the two Kv factors not be set too far apart. Outputs In the settings for the outputs, you can configure your motor.
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Default value: Not connected Assignment of the digital output when the axis is on the Target Target position reached position in MDI mode or in program run Default value: Not connected HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Default value: Not connected Assignment of the digital output when the axis is on the Target Target position reached position in MDI mode or in program run Default value: Not connected HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Default value: Not connected Assignment of the digital output when the axis is on the Target Target position reached position in MDI mode or in program run Default value: Not connected HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Default value: Not connected Assignment of the digital input for the movement command in the Input for digital movement negative direction according to pin layout command in negative direction Default value: Not connected HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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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 120 Starts a teach sequence to determine the input voltage Set input voltage HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Otherwise, the positive traverse direction applies Default value: Not connected Signal is low-active If the function is active, a "low" signal at the input is interpreted as approval HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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The flowchart below shows the configuration of the general settings: General settings for NC axes Switching functions Inputs and outputs for switching functions Overrides Special settings Virtual axis keys HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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If rapid traverse is activated, feed rate limitation is ignored by the feed rate override and the axes traverse at rapid traverse. Default value: Not connected HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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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 Turning | 03/2022...
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Definition of the lower dead band. The lower dead band starts at Lower dead band 0 % and defines the area within which no movement takes places yet. Setting range: 0 % ... 100 % Default value: 0.000 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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NC movements. Reducing the following position feedback control error directly affects the speed control loop Settings: None t - 2 ms t - 4 ms t - 6 ms Default value: None HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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OFF: The axis key is configured as a button. Traverse continues only as long as the button is pressed and held Default value: OFF The axis keys for the axis are removed. Remove the entry HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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The following flowchart shows the configuration procedure: Spindle Select the axis type Gear spindle Spindle Spindle with orientation Select axis name S Set parameters Configure outputs Create gear stages Configure inputs HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Break point of characteristic speed range. The value of the start-up time must be matched to curve for start-up times Smax Setting range: 0 rpm ... 2000 rpm Default value: 1500 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Settings ► Axes ► S ► Outputs Parameters Explanation Type of motor Bipolar servo motor: -10 V ... 10 V Unipolar servo motor: 0 V ... 10 V Stepper motor HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Smax Setting range: 1000 mV ... 10000 mV Default value: 9000 Assignment of the digital output for the drive enable according to Drive enable pin layout Default value: Not connected HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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The input must be configured if the Unipolar servo motor motor type is selected Default value: Not connected Assignment of the digital output for the drive enable according to Drive enable pin layout Default value: Not connected HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Configuration of the display of the actual speed; assign the input if Spindle speed display via analog the actual speed is to be displayed; indication of the spindle speed input at an input voltage of 5 V HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Assignment of a digital input for the lower limit switch of the Spindle sleeve final position – sleeves. The input is used for reversing the spindle with thread cutting Default value: Not connected HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Spindle speed at input voltage 5 V. The result is shown as actual speed in the position display. Adding Gear stages Settings ► Axes ► S ► Gear stages ► + Parameter Explanation Adding a new gear stage with default name HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Settings ► Axes ► H1, H2, ... ► Encoder Further information: "Configuring the axes for encoders with a 1 V or 11 µA interface", Page 93 Further information: "Configuring axes for encoders with EnDat interface", Page 92 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Setting range: 1 µm ... 65000 µm Default value: 1 Assignment of the digital input for activating the electronic Permissive button for movement handwheel commands from electronic handwheel HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Calculation with main axis and coupled axis Settings: +: The position values are added (principal axis + coupled axis) -: The position values are subtracted (principal axis – coupled axis) Default value: + HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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CSS no longer acting on the physical center of the workpiece. Settings: ON: Consideration of the presets in CSS mode is active OFF: Consideration of the presets in CSS mode is inactive Default value: OFF HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Default value: 0 Setting the feed rate for pre-positioning the rotational axis C: Feed rate for pre-positioning the rotational axis Setting range: 0 °/min ... 2000 °/min Default value: 0 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Reference mark search Indicates whether the reference mark search was successful Reference mark search status Display: Successful Unsuccessful Indicates whether the reference mark search was canceled Stop of reference mark search Display: HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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A graphic can also be optionally displayed for calling the M functions in the program run. Further information: "Configuring M functions", Page 148 The product differentiates between standard M functions and the manufacturer- specific M functions. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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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 Turning | 03/2022...
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Delete startup screen default view 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 153 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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The available parameters depend on the type of bar item selected: Logo Spindle speed M functions Special functions Document Removing the bar item from the OEM bar Remove bar entry HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Setting the spindle speed Spindle speed Setting range: depends on the configuration of the spindle axis Default value: 0 Removing the bar item from the OEM bar Remove bar entry HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Copies a selected image file to the storage location /Oem/Images Upload image file File format: PNG, JPG, PPM, BMP, or SVG Image size: Max. 100 x 70 px Removing the bar item from the OEM bar Remove bar entry HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Copies a selected image file to the storage location /Oem/Images Upload image file File format: PNG, JPG, PPM, BMP, or SVG Image size: Max. 100 x 70 px Removing the bar item from the OEM bar Remove bar entry HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Selecting the desired image for depicting the function Select image for display Copies a selected image file to the storage location /Oem/Images Upload image file Removing the bar item from the OEM bar Remove bar entry HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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M functions Assigning an image that is displayed during the execution of a Central drive program run block for setting the axis direction; see "Configuring the central drive", Page 148 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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As an OEM, you can define specific error messages that either overwrite default error messages or are triggered as additional messages through defined input signals. For this purpose you can create a text database containing your specific error messages. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
Selecting an XML type text database stored in the device Select text database Further information: "Creating a Text database", Page 149 Deselecting the currently selected text database Deselect text database HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Backing up the settings of the OEM area as a ZIP file Back-up OEM-specific folders and files Restoring the settings of the OEM area as a ZIP file Restore OEM specific folders and files HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
For a detailed description, please refer to the POSITIP 8000 Demo User's Manual. https://www.heidenhain.com/service/downloads/software Select a category Select the product family Select the desired language Further information: "Demo software for the product", Page 9 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Specify a name for the configuration data, e.g. "<yyyy-mm-dd>_config" Confirm the entry with RET Tap Save as Tap OK to confirm the successful backup of the configuration The configuration file was backed up HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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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 Turning | 03/2022...
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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 Turning | 03/2022...
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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 Turning | 03/2022...
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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 Turning | 03/2022...
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Back up the configuration data and keep the backup for recovery purposes 5.3.1 Basic settings The commissioning engineer (OEM) may have already carried out several basic settings. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Unit for angular values Settings: Radian: Angles in radian (rad) Decimal degrees: Angles in degrees (°) with decimal places Deg-Min-Sec: Angles in degrees (°), minutes ['] and seconds ["] Default setting: Decimal degrees HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Decimal separator Settings: Point or Comma Default setting: Point 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 Turning | 03/2022...
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Neither the user ID nor the password needs to be entered. The user can be removed by an OEM user or Setup user. Remove user account OEM and Setup-type users cannot be deleted. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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USB mass storage device to the product. The latest version can be downloaded from the download area at www.heidenhain.com. Settings ► Service ► Documentation Parameter Explanation Adding the Operating Instructions in the desired language Add Operating Instructions HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Network address of the router connecting a network IPv6 standard gateway Primary server for mapping the IP address Preferred DNS server Optional server for mapping the IP address Alternative DNS server HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Kerberos V5 authentication and packet signing NTLM password hashing NTLM password hashing with signing NTLMv2 password hashing NTLMv2 password hashing with signing Default value: None Configuration of the Mount options Settings: Default value: nounix,noserverino HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Off (only multitouch): Operation only possible with the touchscreen, the mouse is deactivated Default setting: Auto (until first multitouch) If a USB keyboard is connected: USB keyboard layout Language selection of the keyboard assignment HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Z tool coordinate Tool type Designation that uniquely identi- Tip of the tool cutting Tip of the tool cutting fies the tool edge in the Z axis edge in the X axis HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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To add a new tool, enter a number that has not yet been assigned in the tool table and confirm by pressing RET Tap Confirm in the wizard The probed coordinates are adopted for the tool HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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You can save a maximum of 99 presets in the preset table. 1 Designation 2 Coordinates 3 Edit the preset table HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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To create a new preset, enter a number that has not yet been assigned in the preset table and confirm with RET Tap Confirm in the wizard The probed coordinates are adopted as a preset HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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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 Turning | 03/2022...
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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 Turning | 03/2022...
Tap File management in the main menu The file management user interface is displayed Figure 26: File management menu 1 List of available storage locations 2 List of folders in the selected storage location HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Tap Create a new folder Tap the input field in the dialog box and enter a name for the new folder Confirm your input with RET Tap OK A new folder is created HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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In the dialog box, select the folder to which you want to move the file Tap Select The file is moved If you move a file into a folder containing a file with the same name, that file is overwritten. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Touch the icon of the folder or file you want to delete, and drag it to the right The operating elements are displayed Tap Delete selection Tap Delete The folder or file is deleted HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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 Turning | 03/2022...
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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 Turning | 03/2022...
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Interfaces Configuration of users User Configuration of connected encoders and error compensation Axes Configuration of software options, service functions and Service information Calling up Tap Settings in the main menu HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Free working memory (RAM) Number of times the product was started up with the current Number of unit starts firmware Operating time of the product with the current firmware Operating time HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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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 Turning | 03/2022...
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Settings: Actual value Nominal value Default setting: Actual value Display of the distance-to-go indicator in MDI mode Distance-to-go indicator Settings: ON or OFF Default value: ON HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Default value: OFF Horizontal orientation of the coordinate system in the simulation Horizontal alignment window Settings: Rightward: Values increase to the right Leftward: Values increase to the left Default value: Rightward HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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The current firmware of the units in this series does not support this function. 7.2.7 Copyrights Settings ► General ► Copyrights Parameter Meaning and function Display of the licenses of the software used Open source software HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Display of the operating instructions stored on the product Operating Instructions Default: no document; the document in the desired language can be added Further information: "Adding the Operating Instructions", Page 162 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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The position-dependent switching functions enable you to set logical outputs depending on the position of an axis in a defined reference system. Switching positions and position intervals are available for this. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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(only with Interval type of switching) Selecting the upper limit of the axis position at which switching is Upper limit to occur (only Interval type of switching) Removing the position-dependent switching function Remove the entry HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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This user cannot be logged in automatically. Parameters Explanation Edit permission Name of the user – Name Default value: Setup – First name of the user First name Default value: – HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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On restart of the product: Automatic login of Auto login Operator, Setup, OEM the last logged-in user Settings: ON or OFF Default value: OFF Removal of the user account Remove user account Setup, OEM HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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"Spindle speed display via analog input (S)", Page 132 Spindle speed display via analog input (S) Gear stages add "Adding Gear stages", Page 132 "Gear stages", Page 133 Gear stages HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Shows the assignment of the digital inputs to the axes Assignment of the digital inputs to the axes With the Reset buttons, the assignments for the inputs and outputs can be reset. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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"Configuring error messages", Page 150 Messages Back up and restore (OEM area) "Backing up and restoring OEM settings", Page 150 "Adding the Operating Instructions", Page 162 Documentation "Activating Software options", Page 85 Software options HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Version number of the parameters for peripherals peripherals.xml Version number of the parameters for segmented linear error slec.xml compensation (SLEC) Version number of the parameters for linear error compensation lec.xml (LEC) HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Version number of the operating system parameters os.xml Version number of the runtime parameters runtime.xml Version number of the user parameters users.xml Patch level of the golden image (GI) GI Patch Level HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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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 Turning | 03/2022...
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In order to be on the safe the side, the current settings must be backed up if the unit’s firmware is going to be updated. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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The main application is launched If automatic user login is active, the user interface is displayed in the Manual operation menu If automatic user login is not active, the User login menu is displayed HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Based on this initial diagnostic option for encoders, you can initiate further actions for more detailed testing or repair. The PWT 101 or PWM 21 from HEIDENHAIN provides further inspection and testing capabilities. For more information, please refer to www.heidenhain.com.
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You can check the encoders with EnDat interface for proper functioning by reading out the errors or warnings and by evaluating their functional reserves. Depending on the encoder, not all of the functional reserves and messages are supported. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
The product displays the functional reserves in a bar graph: Color Range Evaluation Yellow 0 % ... 25 % Servicing/maintenance recommended; testing recommended (e.g., with PWT 101) Green 25 % ... 100% The encoder is within the specification HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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The following sequence should be followed when restoring files and settings: Restore OEM-specific folders and files Restore user files Restore settings An automatic restart of the product is performed only after the settings have been restored. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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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 Turning | 03/2022...
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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 Turning | 03/2022...
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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 Turning | 03/2022...
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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 Turning | 03/2022...
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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 Turning | 03/2022...
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TTL DC 0 V ... +5 V Level Voltage range Current range High DC 11 V ... 30 V 2.1 mA ... 6.0 mA DC 3 V ... 2.2 V 0.43 mA HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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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 Turning | 03/2022...
Product dimensions and mating dimensions All dimensions in the drawings are in millimeters. HEIDENHAIN 30.6 36.2 Figure 29: Dimensions of housing X112 X116 X100 Figure 30: Dimensions of rear panel of the product HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
10.3.2 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 34: Product dimensions with Duo-Pos stand HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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✓ workpiece ... causes of faults or malfunctions of the product ✓ ✓ ✓ 6 "What to do if ..." ... corrective actions for faults or malfunctions of the product HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Thread cutting..........................282 What to do if ..........................283 Overview...............................284 Exporting logging files..........................284 System or power failure........................... 284 6.3.1 Restoring the firmware.......................285 6.3.2 Restore settings...........................285 Malfunctions............................... 285 6.4.1 Troubleshooting........................... 285 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
Tap Manual operation in the main menu The user interface for manual operation is displayed Figure 37: Manual operation menu 1 Axis key 2 Reference 3 Position display 4 Status bar 5 Spindle speed (machine tool) HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
Confirm your input with RET Tap Confirm The upper limit is now adopted by the product The Upper limit for spindle speed dialog box is closed HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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 Turning | 03/2022...
To create a new preset, enter a number that has not yet been assigned in the preset table and confirm with RET Tap Confirm in the wizard The probed coordinates are adopted as a preset HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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 Turning | 03/2022...
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 Turning | 03/2022...
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 Turning | 03/2022...
For rotational axes, use the jog increment ° input field Tap Close to close the dialog The axes can be moved at the entered jog-increment value If jog increment is activated, this is shown by an icon HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
Programming mode and then execute them in Program run mode. Further information: "Programming", Page 253 Further information: "Program run", Page 244 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
Tap Create on the status bar The user interface for MDI mode is displayed Figure 39: MDI menu 1 View bar 2 Block parameters 3 MDI block 4 Status bar 5 Block tools HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
Confirm your input with RET Tap Confirm The upper limit is now adopted by the product The Upper limit for spindle speed dialog box is closed HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
Before defining a machining pattern, you must Define a suitable tool in the tool table Select the tool on the status bar Further information: "Creating a tool table", Page 166 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
Path at the end of thread for stopping the axes Overrun Entrance angle in the rotational axis Starting angle Rotational speed in rpm Rotational speed Feed rate for downfeed to thread depth Feed rate in X HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
End of the thread in Z Contour end in Z Path at the end of thread for stopping the axes Overrun Entrance angle in the rotational axis Starting angle Rotational speed in rpm Rotational speed HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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 Turning | 03/2022...
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 Turning | 03/2022...
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 Turning | 03/2022...
This enables you to mirror and scale a block. You can activate a scaling factor in the quick access menu. Further information: "Adjusting settings in the quick access menu", Page 45 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
Figure 47: 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 Turning | 03/2022...
During execution of a program, the wizard guides you through the individual program steps. The optional simulation window can serve as a graphical positioning aid for the axes you need to move. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
If enabling signals are missing, the running program is halted and the drives of the machine are stopped. Further information: Manufacturer's documentation for the machine HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
Figure 48: Example of a program in the Program run operating mode 1 View bar 2 Simulation window (optional) 3 Distance-to-go display 4 Toolbar 5 Program blocks 6 Spindle speed (machine tool) 7 Program management HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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 Turning | 03/2022...
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 Turning | 03/2022...
2 Current block or machining position (green) 3 Tool contour, tool position and tool track (orange) You can modify the colors and line thicknesses used in the contour view. Further information: "Simulation window", Page 184 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
The product applies the entered spindle speed as the nominal value and controls the spindle of the machine tool accordingly To return to the display of the actual spindle speed, drag the input field to the left HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
Tap the folder containing the file Tap the file Tap Open The selected program is loaded 3.3.2 Closing a program Tap Close program in the program management The opened program is closed HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
The user interface for programming is displayed Figure 50: Programming menu 1 View bar 2 Toolbar 3 Program management The status bar and the optional OEM bar are not available in the Programming menu. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
Further information: "Setting a position as a preset", Page 228 Preset block type Parameter Description ID from the preset table Preset number Optional: Selection from preset table HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
Before defining a machining pattern, you must Define a suitable tool in the tool table Select the tool on the status bar Further information: "Creating a tool table", Page 166 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
Path at the end of thread for stopping the axes Overrun Entrance angle in the rotational axis Starting angle Rotational speed in rpm Rotational speed Feed rate for downfeed to thread depth Feed rate in X HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
End of the thread in Z Contour end in Z Path at the end of thread for stopping the axes Overrun Entrance angle in the rotational axis Starting angle Rotational speed in rpm Rotational speed HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
Further information: "Using the simulation window", Page 240 All changes to a program can be automatically saved. Tap Save program automatically in the program management All changes will be automatically saved immediately HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
The selected blocks are deleted from the program Tap Delete on the toolbar again 4.3.5 Saving a program Tap Save program in the program management The program is saved HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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 Turning | 03/2022...
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 Turning | 03/2022...
Enter a name for the program Confirm the entry with RET Tap Save as The program is saved The name of the program is displayed on the toolbar HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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 Turning | 03/2022...
Figure 55: Example workpiece Make sure that you have read and understood the "Basic operation" chapter before carrying out the actions described below. Further information: "Basic operation", Page 18 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
The lathe is switched on A workpiece blank with Ø 12 mm is clamped into the lathe Product The axes are referenced Further information: "Conducting the reference mark search", Page 226 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Information for the Operator user | Application example Tools The following tools are available: Tool Image Roughing tool Finishing tool Recessing tool 3 mm Turning chisel (45°) Thread turning insert P = 1.5 mm HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Confirm your input with RET The defined finishing tool is added to the tool table Repeat this process for the other tools Tap Close The Tool table dialog box is closed HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
The Zo axis is now coupled with the Z axis The icon for the coupled axes is shown next to the Z axis key The position value for the coupled axes is shown as a sum HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
Enter the measured value in the X input field Tap Confirm in the wizard The Select the tool dialog appears Tap Finishing tool Tap Confirm in the wizard The parameters are added to the tool table HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
Tap Confirm in the wizard The Select the tool dialog appears Tap roughing tool Tap Confirm in the wizard The parameters are added to the tool table Repeat this process for the other tools HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
The probed coordinate is loaded as preset Roughing the outside contour In the second machining step, you will rough the outside contour. Turn the entire contour with a finishing allowance. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Set a spindle speed of 1500 rpm Position the tool: X: Ø 14.0 mm Z: 0.2 mm Position the tool: X: Ø -0.4 mm (1.) Move the tool to a safe position (2.) HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Z: -39.5 mm (1.) Position the tool: X: Ø 14.0 mm (2.) Move the tool to a safe position Switch off the spindle You have now successfully roughed the outside contour HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
X: Ø 7.0 mm (4.) Position the tool: X: Ø 13.0 mm (5.) Move the tool to a safe position Switch off the spindle You have successfully machined the recess HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
Move the tool to a safe position (2.) Switch off the spindle You have successfully turned the chamfer Finishing the outside contour In the fourth machining step, you will machine the outside contour using the finishing tool. HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Set a spindle speed of 2000 rpm Position the tool: X: Ø 14.0 mm Z: 0.0 mm Position the tool: X: Ø -0.4 mm (1.) Move the tool to a safe position (2.) HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Z: 2.0 mm Position the tool: Z: -38.0 mm (1.) Move the tool to a safe position (2.) Switch off the spindle You have now successfully finish turned the outside contour HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
1.5 mm pitch and turn the thread using the clasp nut. 4...n Figure 60: Example workpiece – machining the thread Calling up Tap MDI in the main menu The user interface for MDI mode is displayed HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
Feed rate in X: 50 Air cuts: 3 Confirm each entry with RET To execute the block, tap END The positioning aid is displayed If the simulation window is activated, the thread is visualized HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
Follow the instructions in the wizard Tap Close Program run is terminated The wizard closes Check the thread, for example with a counterpart or a thread ring gage You have successfully machined the thread HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
Further information: "Basic operation", Page 18 Exporting logging files After a malfunction of the device, the logging files can be useful for HEIDENHAIN during troubleshooting. For this purpose, you have to export the logging files directly after restarting the device.
Information for the Operator user | What to do if ... 6.3.1 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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Spindle stop External peripherals Conduct a systematic error Qualified search personnel, possibly OEM Cycles cannot be started Incorrect setting of Check settings Qualified with Cycle Start Page 120 personnel Automatic feed HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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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 160 To reset the OEM password, contact the HEIDENHAIN service agency HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Touchscreen Configuring....... 165 Operation........19 Turning the chamfer....277 Turning the recess....... 276 Units Setting.......... 45 units of measure....88, 159 Uploading license file..... 87 User Configuring....... 161 creating........161 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Figure 43: Example of a block in MDI mode......................240 Figure 44: Simulation window with contour view....................241 Figure 45: Distance to go with position view with graphical positioning aid..........242 HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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Example workpiece – technical drawing....................267 Figure 57: Finishing tool parameters........................270 Figure 58: Preset................................270 Figure 59: Example workpiece – finding the preset....................273 Example workpiece – machining the thread..................280 Figure 60: HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Turning | 03/2022...
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