Calling Technology Functions; Additional Functions In The Input Screens; Programming Variables - Siemens SINUMERIK 840D SL Operating Manual

7.15

Calling technology functions

7.15.1

Additional functions in the input screens

Selection of units
Display of abs or inc
The abbreviations "abs" and "inc" for absolute and incremental values are displayed behind
the entry fields when a switchover is possible for the field.
Help screens
2D and 3D graphics or sectional views are displayed for the parameterization of the cycles.
Online help
If you wish to obtain more detailed information about certain G code commands or cycle
parameters, then you can call a context-sensitive online help.
7.15.2

Programming variables

In principle, variables or expressions can also be used in the input fields of the screen forms
instead of specific numeric values. In this way, programs can be created very flexibly.
Input of variables
Please note the following points when using variables:
● Values of variables and expressions are not checked since the values are not known at
● Variables and expressions cannot be used in fields in which a text is expected (e.g. tool
● Selection fields generally cannot be programmed with variables.
Milling
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If, for example, the unit can be switched in a field, this is highlighted as soon as the
cursor is positioned on the element. In this way, the operator recognizes the
dependency.
The selection symbol is also displayed in the tooltip.
the time of programming.
name).
An exception is the "Engraving" function , in which you can assign the desired text in the
text field via a variable as "Variable text".
Creating a ShopMill program
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