Multi-channel machining
10.2 Multi-channel support
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Program header without multi-channel data
If a program is to be executed through one channel, then deselect multi-channel data. You
then have the option of entering cross-program values into the program header as usual.
Multi-channel
data
• No
This is only possible if you are not using a job list.
Measurement unit
The setting of the measurement unit in the program header only refers to the
position data in the actual program.
All other data, such as feedrate or tool offsets, are entered in the unit of meas-
ure that you have set for the entire machine.
mm
inch
Data for
• Main+counterspindle
All values for the main and counterspindle are saved in one data set
• Main spindle
Data set for the main spindle
• Counterspindle
Data set for the counterspindle
If the machine does not have a counterspindle, then the entry field "Data for" is
Work offset
The work offset in which the zero point of the workpiece is saved.
You can also delete the default value of the parameter if you do not want to
write to
• Yes
Parameter ZV is displayed
• No
Parameter ZV is not displayed
ZV Z value of the work offset
For G54, the Z value is entered into the work offset.
Please observe the machine manufacturer's data
Define the form and dimensions of the workpiece:
• Cylinder
• Polygon
Width across flats/edge length
• Centered cuboid
• Tube
Inner diameter ∅ (abs) or wall thickness (inc)