Tool Radius Compensation (G40, G41, G42) - Siemens SINUMERIK 840DE Programming Manual

8.8

Tool radius compensation (G40, G41, G42)

Function
When tool radius compensation is active, the control automatically calculates the equidistant
tool paths for different tools.
You can generate equidistant paths with OFFN, e.g., for rough-finishing.
Programming
G40
Or
G41
Or
G42
Or
OFFN=
Parameters
G40
G41
G42
OFFN=
Fundamentals
Programming Manual, 10.2004 Edition, 6FC5 298-7AB00-0BP1
8.8 Tool radius compensation (G40, G41, G42)
Deactivate tool radius compensation.
Activate tool radius compensation; tool operates in
machining direction to the left of the contour.
Activate tool radius compensation, tool operates in
machining direction to the right of the contour.
Allowance on the programmed contour (normal contour
offset).
Tool offsets
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