Siemens SINUMERIK 840DE

Path Action
5.8 Dwell time, G4
Fundamentals
5-24 Programming Manual, 10.2004 Edition, 6FC5 298-7AB00-0BP1
5.8 Dwell time, G4
Function
You can use G4 to interrupt workpiece machining between two NC blocks for the
programmed length of time, e.g., for relief cutting.
Programming
G4 F…
Or
G4 S…
Programming in a separate NC block
Parameters
G4 Activate dwell time, G4 interrupts the continuous-path mode
F… Time specified in seconds
S… Time specified in revolutions of the master spindle
Note
The words with F... and S... are used for time specifications only in the block with G4.
Any previously programmed feed F and spindle speed S remain valid.