STEPCRAFT D.600 - Clamping a Workpiece; Operation of the CNC System

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6�2�1 HPL Machine Table
The HPL machine table with aluminum T-slots consists of a single HPL panel with 8 mm thickness and is stabilized by
crossbars. Various materials can be xed on the table by use of the supplied clamping bars. It is easy to clean and offers
a resistant surface.
6�2�2 Aluminum T-Slot Table (optional)
The 12 mm (D.420 and D.600) or 15 mm (D.840) thick T-slot table is made of low-stress aluminum and is suitable for
xing all sort of types of workpieces or accessories, such as vises, rotary tables, stops, prisms and angles. It is suitable for
use with the MDM lubrication system as well as dry applications. The T-slots are suitable for hexagonal M6 screw heads
or slot nuts up to 10 mm wide. This table replaces the HPL machine table.
6�2�3 Vacuum Table PE (optional)
With the vacuum table PE, workpieces can be xed by negative pressure. Due to the high-grade plastic PE500, the table
is particularly robust and suitable for use with the MDM lubrication system as well as dry applications. This clamping
method allows top machining as well as through-milling, and the processing of larger plates. The vacuum must be gener-
ated by means of an industrial vacuum cleaner (or similar). This table replaces the HPL machine table.
6�2�4 Vacuum Table MDF (optional)
With the vacuum table MDF, workpieces can be xed by negative pressure. This clamping method allows top machining as
well as through-milling, and the processing of larger plates. This table is suitable for dry work applications. The vacuum
must be generated by means of an industrial vacuum cleaner (or similar). This table replaces the HPL machine table.
6�3 Clamping a Workpiece
The workpiece can be secured directly on the machine table using clamping devices such as the Clamping Set (EU Item
10063, US Item 10063). If you want to mill through the material and produce cutouts, we recommend the use of a
suitable material as spoil board. The workpiece should be sufciently clamped to prevent it from unintentional movement
during processing. The maximum workpiece size results from the maximum clamping length and width:
Use clamps or another practical and secure way to x the workpiece on the machine table, e. g. with the
help of a vacuum table, double-sided tape or clamps. Holding a workpiece with your hands leaves it unsta-
ble and may lead to loss of control or serious injury.
Machine Clamping length Clamping width
D.420 499 316
D.600 679 436
D.840 920 616
6�4 Operation of the CNC System
The entire CNC system is controlled and operated via computer. The operator must have completely read and understood
the entire documentation of the CNC control software before commissioning the CNC system. For further questions re-
garding the applied control software, please contact the respective software manufacturer.