Guide for the SINUMERIK 840D sl machine configuring
Manual, 07/2006 Edition, 6FC5397-6CP10-0BA0
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System overview
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1.1 1.1 Application
Features
SINUMERIK 840D sl is a digital complete system integrated in the SINAMICS S120 drive
system and supplemented by the SIMATIC S7-300 automation system that is suitable for the
mid-sized and large power range.
● Maximum performance and flexibility, above all for complex multi-axis systems.
● Uniform openness from operation up to the NC core.
● Optimum integration into networks.
● Uniform structure in respect of operation, programming and visualization.
● Integrated safety functions for man and machine: SINUMERIK Safety Integrated
● Operating and programming software such as ShopMill or ShopTurn, as well as Motion
Control Information System Products (MCIS-Products) can be used for the production
sector.
Fields of application
The SINUMERIK 840D sl can be used worldwide in tool and mold making, for high-speed
cutting applications, for wood and glass processing, for handling operations, in transfer lines
and rotary indexing machines, for mass production and JobShop production.
The SINUMERIK 840DE sl is available as an export version for use in countries where
approval is required.