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Generic functions
Generic functions
Generic Functions are available in both Lathe and Mill machine mode.
Tools
Tool Setup is different for Mill mode and Lathe mode.
In both, Mill and Lathe modes, you can create a maximum of 99 tools.
Mill mode
In Mill mode, you use this function to program the different tool
parameters, such as Diameter, Length, RPM (max) and Speed (max).
These parameters can then be referred to in different machining functions,
such as Arc contouring and Grid.
When you press
, the DRO shows the list of previously saved tools.
It has the following soft keys:
Creates a new tool setup. The Data Entry screen is displayed so you
can enter a tool name. A maximum of 20 characters is allowed for a tool
name.
Applies the selected tool. The information stored under that
tool can then be used by the other functions. When you apply a specific
tool, its tool number is displayed on the main screen, for example T01.
This number also appears next to the tool name.
Exits from the tool list to the main screen.
Deletes the selected tool from the list. You are prompted to confirm
this before the tool is deleted.
Edits the tool parameters under the selected tool.
{
d.base
} You access the Tool Database or Tap/Drill Library using
{
d.base
}. It is a reference for standard tools. You can also retrieve the
required information for a particular tool from the database. The tool
databases provide the required information on tap sizes and clearance
drills in both imperial and metric formats. You navigate around the
database using the navigation arrow keys. Pressing the [
enter
] key
transfers the highlighted database tool diameter and sets this as the
current Tool diameter.
Renames the tool.
Creating a new tool
1.
Press
to create a new empty tool.
2.
Enter a name using the alpha-numeric keypad.
3.
Select the parameter that you want to set using the up and down
navigation keys.
4.
Enter the required value using the numeric keys, or press {
d.base
} to
select a value from the database.
5.
Press
to apply the parameters of this new tool and save
the tool settings against the tool name.
Editing a tool
Here you can edit an existing tool or view its settings.
1.
Press
to enter the desired parameter values.
2.
Select the parameter that you want to set using the up and down
navigation keys.
3.
Enter the required value using the numeric keys, or press {
d.base
} to
select a value from the database.
