ESAB CROSSBOW, Instruction Manual

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ESAB Cutting Systems
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Figure 54: Entering the Scaling Factor
Enter numbers proportionally larger than 1.000 to enlarge the program, or proportionally smaller than
1.000 to shrink the program.
Figure 55: SCALE Indicator
SCALE is displayed on screen in the Mode/Status indicator area, and the scaling factor is shown in the
Operating Parameters area. To turn off press
【
F5
】
again in the Auto Mode, More menu. Scaling
factor is stored and can be re-used, or set to zero by repeating this procedure.
4.12.6
【
F6
】
NEST
The Nest function allows a single part program to be nested using pattern nesting, (columns and rows).
A program must be loaded before using the Nest function. Press
【
F6
】
to start a Nest. The Nesting
Dialog will appear, as shown below.
Figure 56: NEST Dialog
Enter the number of rows (number of rows one above the other) and the number of columns (number of
parts side-by-side from left-to-right). The default Row Height and Column Width are calculated based
on the size of the part, and can usually be accepted without change. Optionally, the Row-Offset may
be used for circular or other parts that fit better when every other row is offset to the right. When
finished entering these parameters, press
【
ENTER
】
to generate the nest. The result will be displayed
graphically, as shown below.