Siemens SINUMERIK 840D Operating Manual

Execution in manual mode
3.2 Selecting a tool and spindle
Milling
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3.2.4 Position spindle
Procedure
1. Select the "JOG" operating mode.
2. Press the "T, S, M" softkey.
3. Select the "Stop Pos." setting in the "Spindle M function" field.
The "Stop Pos." entry field appears.
4. Enter the desired spindle stop position.
The spindle position is specified in degrees.
5. Press the <CYCLE START> key.
The spindle is moved to the desired position.
Note
You can use this function to position the spindle at a specific angle, e.g. during a tool
change.
 A stationary spindle is positioned via the shortest possible route.
 A rotating spindle is positioned as it continues to turn in the same direction.

Siemens SINUMERIK 840D Specifications

General

Series	SINUMERIK 840D
Axes	Up to 31
Channels	Up to 10
Operating System	Windows-based
Power Supply	24 V DC
Control Unit Type	CNC
Interface	Ethernet, PROFIBUS
Display	TFT color display
Interpolation	Spline
PLC	Integrated PLC
Data Storage	CompactFlash, USB