7 Basic Codes to Control Machine Function.pptVIP

7 Basic Codes to Control Machine Function Some terms Miscellaneous code (M-code) Automatic tool changer (ATC) Pertain to Consistency Resume Identification Pitfall Mindset Revolution 7.1 Understanding M-Codes M-codes are codes used to control various machine functions ranging from tool change to coolant control. These codes are called miscellaneous codes. M-words: M+number Common M-code function Some details: When an M-code is included in the same block as a G-code, the M-code may be executed at the beginning or after the completion of the operation. N100 G01 Z2.0 Y2.0 F10.0 M08 In sometimes, this block may be written as: N90 M08 N100 G01 X2.0 Y2.0 F10.0 2. In the most controls will only allow one M-code to be included in a single block. 7.2 M06-Tool Changes Syntax M06 Tn M06 T01 Immediately after the tool change, you will need to specify the length offset for the tool( using G43 -code) N10 G20 G40 G49 G54 G80 G90 G98 N20 M06 T01 N30 G43 H01 N40 M03 S1200 N50 G00 X0.0 Y0.0 M08 …………. It is a good habit to always move to a safe position whether it is required or not. N90 G01 Z.2 N100 G00 Z10.0 N110 G00 X-5.0 Y5.0 (MOVE TO SAFE LOCATION) N120 M05 N130 G49 N140 M06 T02 N150 G43 H02 N160 M03 S1200 A better way to accomplish this move to a safe location is to automatically send the machine to its home position with the G28 code. N90 G01 Z.2 N100 M05 N110 G49 N120 G91 G28 Z.0 N130 M06 T02 N140 G43 H02 N150 M03 S1200 7.3 M03, M04, M05 –Turning the Spindle On or Off M03 and M04 can be used to turn the spindle on. The only difference between M03 and M04 is the direction of rotation. M03 is defined as forward direction, M04 is defined as reverse direction. N20 M06 T01 N30 G43 H01 N40 M03 S1200 N50 G00 X.0 Y.0 M08 N60 G00 Z.2 Some machine are equipped with a multiple-speed gearbox that must be selected prior to machine. Some machine needs codes for gear