Notes

 
Notice
Danger of collision!
Even if Dynamic Collision Monitoring (DCM) is active, the control does not automatically monitor the workpiece for collisions, neither with the tool nor with other machine components. There is a risk of collision during machining!
  1. Enable the Advanced checks toggle switch for simulations
  2. Check the machining sequence using a simulation
  3. Carefully test your NC program or program section in the Single Block mode
 
Machine

The control’s full range of functions is available only if the Z tool axis is used (e.g., PATTERN DEF).

Restricted use of the tool axes X and Y is possible when prepared and configured by the machine manufacturer.

  • There are various ways for selecting files or subprograms:
    • Enter the file path
    • Enter the number or name of the subprogram
    • Select the file or subprogram by means of a selection window
    • Define the file path or name of the subprogram in a QS parameter
    • Define the number of the subprogram in a Q, QL or QR parameter

    If the called file is located in the same directory as the calling NC program, it might be sufficient to enter just the file name.

  • To make the control represent the workpiece blank in the simulation, the workpiece blank must have minimum dimensions. The minimum dimensions are 0.1 mm or 0.004 inches in all axes and for the radius.
  • The control displays the workpiece blank in the simulation only after having processed the entire workpiece blank definition.
  • Even if you have closed the Insert NC function window or want to add a workpiece blank definition after writing an NC program, you can always define a workpiece blank via the Insert NC function window.
  • The Advanced checks function in the simulation uses the information from the workpiece blank definition for workpiece monitoring. Even if several workpieces are clamped in the machine, the control can monitor only the active workpiece blank!
  • Advanced checks in the simulation

  • In the Simulation workspace you can export the current view of the workpiece as an STL file. This function allows you to create missing 3D models, for example semifinished parts if there are several machining steps.
  • Exporting a simulated workpiece as STL file