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11.5 MIRROR IMAGE (Cycle 8,
DIN/ISO: G28)
Effect
The TNC can machine the mirror image of a contour in the working
plane.
The mirror image cycle becomes effective as soon as it is defined in
the program. It is also effective in the Positioning with MDI mode of
operation. The active mirrored axes are shown in the additional status
display.
If you mirror only one axis, the machining direction is reversed.
(Except in fixed cycles).
If you mirror two axes, the machining direction remains the same.
The result of the mirror image depends on the location of the datum:
If the datum lies on the contour to be mirrored, the element simply
flips over.
If the datum lies outside the contour to be mirrored, the element
also "jumps" to another location.
Reset
Program the MIRROR IMAGE cycle once again with NO ENT.
Please note while programming:
If you mirror only one axis, the machining direction is
reversed for the milling cycles (Cycles 2xx). Exception:
Cycle 208, in which the direction defined in the cycle
applies.
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Cycles: Coordinate Transformations
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Can I change the approach direction when cycle def a stud to avoid obstruction to the right
The provided context does not explicitly mention changing the approach direction to avoid obstruction. However, it describes selecting different axis configurations using the MOD function in the Programming and Editing mode. If modifying the axis configuration allows for adjusting the approach direction, it may be possible. Otherwise, specific cycle parameters should be checked in the programming manual.
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