Creating A New Workpiece - Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl Operating Manual

Managing programs
11.4 Creating a directory/program/job list/program list
11.4.2

Creating a new workpiece

You can set up various types of files such as main programs, initialization files, tool offsets,
etc. in a workpiece.
Note
Workpiece directories
You have the option of nesting tool directories. You must note that the length of the call line
is restricted. You will be informed if the maximum number of characters is reached when
entering the workpiece name
Procedure
See also
Storing any new file (Page 268)
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1. Select the "Program manager" operating area.
2. Select the desired storage location and position the cursor on the folder,
in which you would like to create a workpiece.
3. Press the "New" softkey.
The "New Workpiece" window appears.
4. If necessary, select a template if any are available.
5. Enter the desired workpiece name and press the "OK" softkey.
The name can be a maximum of 24 characters long.
You can use any letters (except accented), digits or the underscore
symbol (_).
The directory type (WPD) is set by default.
A new folder with the workpiece name will be created.
The "New G Code Program" window will open.
6. Press the "OK" softkey again if you want to create the program.
The program will open in the editor.
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