The TNC7

Every HEIDENHAIN control supports you with dialog-guided programming and finely detailed simulation. The TNC7 additionally offers you graphical or form-based programming to reach the desired result safe and sound.

Software options and optional hardware extensions can be used for flexibly increasing the range of functions and ease of use.

Such an extension provides e.g. the chance to perform turning and grinding in addition to milling and drilling processes.

Technology-Specific NC Programming

The ease of use increases e.g. when using touch probes, handwheels or a 3D mouse.

Hardware

Definitions

Abbreviation

Definition

TNC

TNC is derived from the acronym CNC (computerized numerical control). The T (tip or touch) represents the possibility to enter NC programs directly at the control or to program them graphically using gestures.

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The product number indicates the control generation. The range of functions depends on the enabled software options.

Proper and intended operation

The information about the proper and intended operation supports you as user in the safe handling of a product such as a machine tool.

The control is a machine component but not a complete machine. This User's Manual describes the use of the control. Before using the machine including the control, take the OEM documentation to inform yourself about the safety-related aspects, the necessary safety equipment as well as the requirements on the qualified personnel.

 
Tip

HEIDENHAIN sells controls designed for milling and turning machines as well as for machining centers with up to 24 axes. If you as a user face a different constellation, then contact the owner immediately.

HEIDENHAIN contributes additionally to enhancing your safety and that of your products, notably by taking into consideration the customer feedback. This results e.g. in function adaptations of the controls and safety precautions in the information products.

 
Tip

Contribute actively to increasing the safety by reporting any missing or misleading information.

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Intended place of operation

In accordance with DIN EN 50370-1 standard referring to electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), the control is approved for use in industrial environments.

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Guideline

Definition

DIN EN 50370-1:2006-02

This standard deals, among other things, with interference emissions and immunity to interference of machine tools.