Siemens SINUMERIK 840D Operating Manual

Setting up the machine
2.5 Measuring the tool
Milling
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2.5.2 Measuring the tool length with the workpiece as reference point
Procedure
1. Insert the tool you want to measure in the spindle.
2. Select "JOG" mode in the "Machine" operating area.
3. Press the "Meas. tool" and "Length manual" softkeys.
The "Length Manual" window opens.
4. Select the cutting edge number D and the number of the replacement
tool ST of the tool.
5. Approach the workpiece in the Z direction, scratch it with a turning
spindle and enter the set position Z0 of the workpiece edge.
6. Press the "Set length" softkey.
The tool length is calculated automatically and entered in the tool list.
Note
Tool measurement is only possible with an active tool.

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