Cycle 14 CONTOUR

ISO programming

G37

Application

In Cycle 14 CONTOUR, list all subprograms that are to be superimposed to define the overall contour.

Notes

  • This cycle can be executed only in the FUNCTION MODE MILL and FUNCTION MODE TURN machining modes.
  • Cycle 14 is DEF-active which means that it takes effect as soon as it is defined in the NC program.
  • You can list up to 12 subprograms (subcontours) in Cycle 14.

Cycle parameters

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Parameter

Label numbers for contour?

Enter all label numbers for the individual subprograms that are to be superimposed to define a contour. Confirm each number with the ENT key. Confirm your entries with the END key. Up to 12 subprogram numbers are possible.

Input: 0...65535

NC programs contained in this User's Manual are suggestions for solutions. The NC programs or individual NC blocks must be adapted before being used on a machine.

Change the following contents as needed:

  • Tools
  • Cutting parameters
  • Feed rates
  • Clearance height or safe position
  • Machine-specific positions (e.g., with M91)
  • Paths of program calls

Some NC programs depend on the machine kinematics. Adapt these NC programs to your machine kinematics before the first test run.

In addition, test the NC programs using the simulation before the actual program run.

 
Tip

With a program test you determine whether the NC program can be used with the available software options, the active machine kinematics and the current machine configuration.

Example

11 CYCL DEF 14.0 CONTOUR

12 CYCL DEF 14.1 CONTOUR LABEL1 /2