The control uses the DEP LT function to depart a contour on a straight line with tangential connection.
Application
Description of function

- The control departs the contour as follows:
- On a straight line from the last contour point PE to the end point PN
- The line lies on the extension of the last contour element.
PN is separated from PE by the distance LEN.
Programming DEP LT
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Example
11 L Y+20 RR F100 | ; Last contour element PE with radius compensation RR |
12 DEP LT LEN12.5 F100 | ; Distance from PE to PN: LEN 12.5 |
13 L Z+100 FMAX M2 | ; Retract in Z, return jump, end program |