Siemens SINUMERIK 840D Programming Manual

Subroutines, Macros
2.1 Using subroutines
Job planning
2-2 Programming Manual, 03/2006 Edition, 6FC5398-2BP10-1BA0
Application
Machining sequences that recur are only programmed once in a subroutine. Examples
include certain contour shapes, which occur repeatedly, and machining cycles.
The subroutine can be called and executed in any main program.
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Structure of a subroutine
The structure of a subroutine is identical to that of the main program.
A program header with parameter definitions can also be programmed in the subroutine.

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