Pallet preset table
Application
Pallet presets are an easy way to compensate, for example, for mechanical differences between individual pallets.
The machine manufacturer defines the pallet preset table.
Related topics
- Contents of the pallet table
- Workpiece preset management
Description of function
If a pallet preset is active, the workpiece preset is referenced to it.
In the PALPRES column of the pallet table, you can enter the corresponding pallet preset for a pallet.
You can also completely align the coordinate system to the pallet by, for example, positioning the pallet preset in the center of a clamping tower.
When a pallet preset is active, the control displays an icon with the number of the active pallet preset in the Positions workspace.
You can check the active pallet preset and the defined values in the Setup application.
Touch probe functions in the Manual operating mode (#17 / #1-05-1)
Notes
- Refer to the machine manufacturer's documentation
- Use pallet presets only in conjunction with pallets
- Change pallet presets only after discussion with the machine manufacturer
- Check the pallet preset in the Setup application before you start machining
- Check the pallet preset in the Setup application before you start machining
- Check the traverse movements of the machine
- Use pallet presets only in conjunction with pallets
If the pallet preset changes, you need to reset the workpiece preset.