Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl Function Manual

Basic logic functions: Mode group, channel, program operation, reset response (K1)
Function Manual, 11/2006, 6FC5397-0BP10-2BA0
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Detailed description
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2.1 Mode group
Mode group
A mode group contains the channels that are required to run simultaneously in the same
mode from the point of view of the machining sequence.
Mode group
Definition of a mode group
A mode group combines NC channels with axes and spindles to form a machining unit.
A mode group contains the channels that are required to run simultaneously in the same
mode from the point of view of the machining sequence.
Note
This description assumes one mode group and one channel.
Functions requiring several channels (e.g., axis replacement) are described in:
References:
/FB2/ Function Manual, Extended Functions; Mode Groups, Channels, Axis Replacement
(K5)
The configuration of a mode group defines which channels are to be included in the group.

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