Integrated CNC 401F Flashcards
How does modern CNC differ from previous generations?
More intuitive to use..
Describe programing for a CNC
A CNC reads G codes & M codes that are input by a computer.
The computer controls the movement simultaneously along all axes.
What is an Axis and list the 3 basic Axes.
Axis is a specific direction of movement.
Basic Axes = X, Y, Z
Some machines only have 2 Axis but 3 is most common now.
MRZ means?
Machine Reference Zero.
What is PRZ?
The point on the part that represents ZERO.
Setting the machine to this point the cutterhead is directed where to go and to cut in reference to the part.
What are coordinates in regard to CNC’s?
Specific location on an axes referenced to a starting point.
What are G-Codes?
They are prepared functions (ex: Circular motion clockwise)
They describe the specific movement of a tool.
This makes writing programs a lot easier.
What are M-Codes?
Machine Codes
Cause machine to activate or deactivate performance of a task.
They vary with each machine.
The first step in developing a program is to first?
Design a part (Typically in a CAD program)
Then imported into a CAM software that generates the program codes.
Sometimes the drawing is created at the MCU.
What’s the fourth Axes?
C
Stores all the parameters on the tool?
Tool Database: Stores tool data
Example - G1 = Radius
Example - G3 = Length - Cutting Length.
On a CNC machine what helps you ensure the part is in the right location?
Stop pins ensure the panel is properly situated.
What is displayed in this picture?
Machine Control Unit MCU
What are the 2 reference points shown in the picture?
Part Reference Zero and Machine Reference Zero
What is being shown in this picture?
X & Y Coordinates