Tormach 8L - 5.1 System Reference; 5.1.1 Spindle; 5.1.2 Axes; 5.2 Basic Controls Reference

5.1 SYSTEM REFERENCE
To operate your machine, you must become familiar with the
components of its system.
5.1.1 Spindle
The machine uses a native 5C taper for precision turning of
stock less than 1.125 in. in diameter.
l
Spindle Power 1.5 hp (1.11 kW)
l
Spindle Speed Two spindle ranges with speeds from
180 to 5,000 rpm
About the Spindle
The machine spindle rotates the workpiece, which is then
machined upon by a cutting tool to remove material. The
spindle is driven by the spindle motor.
Operate the spindle either manually or by G-code commands
(entered in the MDI Line DROfield or programmed into a G-
code program).
The machine's spindle rotates either clockwise (forward) or
counterclockwise (reverse) at a specified spindle speed.
5.1.2 Axes
The machine has two linear axes of motion used for
machining:
l The Z-axis, which is parallel to rotational axis of the
spindle.
The -Z direction is toward the headstock, and the +Z
direction is opposite the headstock (toward the
tailstock).
l The X-axis, which is perpendicular to the Z-axis and
nominally parallel to the long dimension of the carriage.
The -X direction is toward the front, and +X direction is
toward the rear.
l
X-Axis 4.5" (114 mm)
l
Z-Axis 10" (330 mm) with tailstock
5.2 BASIC CONTROLS REFERENCE
To safely and effectively operate your machine, you must
become familiar with how it moves. The machine has two
forms of basic controls:machine controls and the PathPilot
interface.
5.2.1 Machine Controls
The following controls energize the machine's control
electronics:
l The Main Disconnect switch, located on the right side of
the electrical cabinet.
The Main Disconnect switch has two positions: OFF and
ON. When it's in the OFF position, it separates the other
machine control electronics from the mains electrical
supply. When it's in the ON position, the other machine
control electronics are able to receive power.
WARNING! Before opening the electrical
cabinet for maintenance or troubleshooting,
you must lockout the mains power: Turn the
Main Disconnect switch to the OFF position,
and secure an approved lockout device through
the lockout rings at the bottom of the switch.
l The operator panel — which contains the Reset button
and the Emergency Stop button — located on the front
left side of the base of the machine.
When pushed in, the Emergency Stop button interrupts
power to the spindle and axis drives, and stops the
machine’s motion. When the Emergency Stop button is
twisted out, press the blue Reset button to enable the
machine, allowing spindle and axis motion. The Reset
button’s LED turns on when the machine is enabled and
the spindle and axis drives receive power.
5.2.2 PathPilot Interface
PathPilot is the primary means by which you interact with your
machine. PathPilot controls all of the automatic motion of the
machine axes and spindle, as well as some accessories. The
PathPilot control system consists of one of the following:
l Controller Arm
o
Controller
o
(Optional) JogShuttle
o
Keyboard
o
Monitor or (Optional)Touch Screen Kit
o
Mouse
l Operator Console
o
Console (with integrated touch screen)
o
(Optional) Keyboard
o
(Optional) Mouse
o
Jog pendant
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