Programming technology functions (cycles)   
8.1 Drilling 
  Turning 
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Lift 
For "lift off contour", the retraction distance D and the tool orientation angle α can either be 
defined via machine data or in the parameter screen. If both parameters are pre-assigned 
via machine data, they do not appear in the parameter screen. 
 
 
Machine manufacturer 
Please refer to the machine manufacturer's specifications. 
 
 
 
Note 
The "Boring" cycle can be used if the spindle to be used for the boring operation is 
technically able to go into position-controlled spindle operation. 
 
See also 
Clamping the spindle (Page 231) 
Approach/retraction 
1.  The tool moves with G0 to safety clearance of the reference point. 
2.  Travel to the final drilling depth with G1 and the speed and feedrate programmed before 
the cycle call. 
3.  Dwell time at final drilling depth. 
4.  Oriented spindle hold at the spindle position programmed under SPOS. 
5.  With the "Lift" selection, the cutting edge retracts from the hole edge with G0 in up to 
three axes. 
6.  Retraction with G0 to the safety clearance of the reference point. 
7.  Retraction to retraction plane with G0 to drilling position in the two axes of the plane 
(coordinates of the hole center point). 
Procedure 
 
  1.  The part program or ShopTurn program to be processed has been 
created and you are in the editor. 
 
2.  Press the "Drilling" softkey. 
 
3.  Press the softkey "Boring" for G code. 
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