Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl Programming Manual

Tool parameters
The following diagram provides an overview of which turning tool parameters are entered in the
compensation memory:
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5
3
6
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/
/
7
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/
7
/
/
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① Cutting edge position (1 ... 9) for machining behind the turning center
P Tool tip
S Cutting edge center point
R Cutting edge radius
T Tool carrier reference point
T' Tool holder reference point
L1 Geometry - length 1
L2 Geometry - length 2
L1' Base dimension - length 1
L2' Base dimension - length 2
L3' Base dimension - length 3
Fundamentals
2.5 Tool offsets
NC programming
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Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl Specifications

General

Control Type	CNC
Number of Axes	Up to 31
Max Number of Channels	10
Interfaces	Ethernet, PROFIBUS, PROFINET, USB
Interpolation	5-axis interpolation
Operating Temperature	0°C to 45°C
Relative Humidity	Up to 95% (non-condensing)
Display	TFT color display, various sizes
Programming Languages	DIN/ISO
Safety Features	Safety Integrated
PLC	Integrated PLC S7-300
Drive Interface	SINAMICS S120
Data Storage	CF card, USB
Operating System	Windows-based