Siemens SINUMERIK 828D User Manual

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Operating Manual, 01/2015, 6FC5398-8CP40-5BA2
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Introduction
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Product overview
The SINUMERIK controller is a CNC (Computerized Numerical Controller) for machine tools.
You can use the CNC to implement the following basic functions in conjunction with a
machine tool:
● Creation and adaptation of part programs
● Execution of part programs
● Manual control
● Access to internal and external data media
● Editing of data for programs
● Management of tools, zero points and further user data required in programs
● Diagnostics of controller and machine
Operating areas
The basic functions are grouped in the following operating areas in the controller:

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