Siemens SINUMERIK 828D Function Manual

S1: Spindles
16.2 Operating modes
Basic Functions
1254 Function Manual, 09/2011, 6FC5397-0BP40-2BA0
16.2 Operating modes
16.2.1 Overview
Spindle modes
The spindle can have the following modes:
• Control mode
• Oscillation mode
• Positioning mode
• Synchronous mode, synchronous spindle
References:
Function Manual, Extension Functions, Synchronous Spindle (S3)
• Rigid tapping
References:
Programming Manual, Fundamentals; Chapter: Motion commands
Axis mode
The spindle can be switched from spindle mode to axis mode (rotary axis) if the same motor is used for spindle
and axis operation.

Siemens SINUMERIK 828D Specifications

General

Control Type	CNC
Operating System	Windows Embedded
Processor	Intel Atom
Display	10.4" color TFT display
Interfaces	Ethernet, USB
Programming	ShopMill, ShopTurn
Operation Panel Size	10.4"
Protection Class	IP65
PLC Memory	2 MB
Spindle Capacity	4 spindles
Hard Drive	CompactFlash