Detailed Description 
  2.3 Feedrate control 
Feeds (V1) 
Function Manual, 08/2005 Edition, 6FC5397-0BP10-0BA0 
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Note 
The unit for the retraction path refers to the current valid unit of measurement (mm or inch). 
The reverse stroke is always made in the opposite direction to the current motion. SR/SRA 
always programs the value for the reverse stroke. No sign is programmed. 
It is also possible to poll the status of an input for synchronous commands of various axes. 
Look Ahead is also active for multiple feedrates in one block. In this way, the current 
feedrate is restricted by the Look Ahead value. 
 
Application 
Typical applications include: 
•  Analog or digital calipers 
Depending on whether the external inputs are analog or digital, various feedrate values, a 
dwell and a retraction path can be activated. The limit values are defined via the setting 
data. 
•  Switching from infeed to working feedrate via proximity switch 
Example 
Internal grinding of a conical ring, where the actual diameter is determined using calipers 
and, depending on the limits, the feedrate value required for roughing, finishing or fine 
finishing is activated. The position of the calipers also provides the end position. Thus, the 
block end criterion is determined not only by the programmed axis position of the infeed axis 
but also by the calipers. 
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Fig. 2-6  Calipers