Cyclone CS Operator Manual

Cyclone CS Operator Manual

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Table of Contents
DESCRIPTION OF OPERATOR PANEL ..................................................................................................................................................... 4
HOW TO POWER UP THE CYCLONE 32CS ........................................................................................................................................... 13
HOW TO RUN A PROGRAM IN AUTOMATIC ....................................................................................................................................... 13
HOW TO RUN MDI INPUT .................................................................................................................................................................. 13
HOW TO IMPORT AND EXPORT A PROGRAM .................................................................................................................................... 14
CF CARD TO THE 32CS: ....................................................................................................................................................................... 14
To IMPORT a Program from the card to the machine memory: .................................................................................................. 14
To EXPORT a Program from the machine memory to the card: .................................................................................................. 14
HOW DO RUN MDI COMMAND ......................................................................................................................................................... 14
HOW TO TAKE OFFSETS ...................................................................................................................................................................... 15
TOOLS #1 THRU #6 TURNING TOOL OFFSETS: ........................................................................................................................................... 15
How To Call up the Tools 1-6 using MDI ..................................................................................................................................... 15
To set the X offset Tools 1 - 6 ..................................................................................................................................................... 15
To set the Z offset Tools 1 - 6 ...................................................................................................................................................... 16
TOOLS #11 THRU #14 RADIAL DRIVEN TOOL OFFSETS: ............................................................................................................................... 16
How To Call up the Tools 11-14 using MDI ................................................................................................................................. 16
How To set the X offset Tools 11-14 ........................................................................................................................................... 16
How To set the Z offset Tools 11 - 14 .......................................................................................................................................... 17
TOOLS #21 (FIXED) THRU #28 (AXIAL DRIVEN) TOOL OFFSETS: .................................................................................................................... 17
How To Set the X and Z offset Tools 21-25.................................................................................................................................. 17
For Drilling ................................................................................................................................................................................ 17
For Boring ................................................................................................................................................................................. 17
NOTES ON TAKING OFFSETS: .............................................................................................................................................................. 17
SPECIAL TOOL NUMBERS T3030 AND T3535 ...................................................................................................................................... 18
Offset Used For Sub Spindle ....................................................................................................................................................... 18
Offset Used For Part Catcher ..................................................................................................................................................... 18
HOW TO SET PART EJECTOR ............................................................................................................................................................... 19
HOW TO INSTALL COLLET ”CLOCKING PINS”: ..................................................................................................................................... 20
HOW TO INSTALL AND REMOVE DRIVEN TOOL ON SUB SIDE ............................................................................................................ 21
HOW TO REMOVE SUB SPINDLE COLLET ............................................................................................................................................ 21
CUT OFF CONFIRMATION ................................................................................................................................................................... 22
SET UP FOR SHAPED (HEX) MATERIAL ................................................................................................................................................ 23
PROGRAM FILE FORMAT .................................................................................................................................................................... 24

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Operators Panel

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Description of Operator Panel

MPG Hand wheel:

MPG 1) MPG hand wheel is used to move the axis
manually by placing the mode select switch to X,
Y, Z or C. If the “1/2” button is selected the sub
spindle axis X2, Z2 and C2 are controlled by the
MPG hand wheel.

2) When the MPG Simulation function is on, the

rotating speed of the MPG hand wheel will decide
the feed rate in Auto Mode.

Zero Return Mode

Zero return allows the selected axis to
be moved to the “Home” position.
Automatic Mode
Mode Select
Execution of part program stored in
control memory.
MDI Mode (Manual Data Input)
Allows to execute of a part program read
directly from an input device connected
to the machine control
Jog Mode
Allow non-programmed movement of the
axes through push the axis direction
buttons
X
MPG Axis Select Mode
Y
Used to select the axis to be moved by
Z
the MPG.
C

Spindle RPM

Spindle RPM Override

Spindle RPM override select from 50% to 120%

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Feed Rate Override Feed Rate Override

Will override the programmed feed rate when in
Jog or Auto mode. 0%, 150%,

Rapid Override Rapid Speed Override

Will override the programmed feed rate when in
Jog or Auto mode. 0%, 25%, 50% and 100%

MPG INC. Select

Selects the increment the axis will move for each
increment move of the MPG handle X1, X10 or
X100

Power On/Off

Power On / Off
Tuns the control power on and Off.

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Emergency Stop

Emergency Stop
When pressed this will stop all movement and
remove power from the motors and drives.

MPG Simulation MPG Simulation

When in Auto mode the operator can use this
function to simulate the axis feed rate by turning
the MPG unit. No movement of the MPG is equal
to a 0 feed rate.

Single Block

Single Block
Single block provides the operator with the ability
to execute only one block of data each time

Dry Run
Dry Run
This mode must be OFF for normal machine
machine operation. When this mode is active, the
programmed federates are ignored and cutting
moves are performed at the jog federate.

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Continue Function
Continue Function
The operator can use this function to have the
program run in a continuous loop. When program
reaches the M30 “End of program” the CNC will
jump to first line of the program and auto start the
program. Turning this button off will stop the
continuous loop and the program will stop at the
M30 “end of Program”

Machine Lock
Machine Lock
- This mode must be OFF for normal machine
operation.
- When this function ON, all axis and spindle
motion will not move, but the axis position will
move and show on the screen.

Option Stop
Option Stop
When this function is on the program will stop on
M01 and can be restarted by pressing the cycle
start push button on the manual panel.

Option Skip
Option Skip
When this function is ON, the CNC will not
execute a block which with “/”.

/ M08;

Bar Feeder Offline

Bar Feeder Offline
When this function is ON, the CNC will not check
for the bar feeder signals. This is used to run the
machine with out the bar feeder.

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Spindle CW Spindle CW
- Used to run the spindle in the clockwise
direction when in jog mode. Can also be used to
turn on the spindle when in Auto mode

- Use the “1/2” button to switch between the main

spindle and sub spindle.

Spindle Stop
Spindle Stop - Used to Stop the from turning when in jog mode.
Can also be used to stop the spindle when in
Auto mode.

- Use the “1/2” button to switch between the main

spindle and sub spindle.

Spindle CCW Spindle CCW

- Used to run the spindle in the counter clockwise
direction when in jog mode. Can also be used to
turn on the spindle when in Auto mode

- Use the “1/2” button to switch between the main

spindle and sub spindle.

Spindle Brake

Main Spindle off with Brake

When this function ON, the main spindle will stop
with the spindle brake on.

A-axis Live Tooling On/Off

A-axis Live Tooling On/Off

Cross Side (Radial) Live Tooling Device ON

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B-axis Live Tooling On/Off B-axis Live Tooling On/Off

- End Working (Axial) Live Tooling Device ON

- Use the “1/2” button to switch between the main

spindle B-axis live tooling and sub spindle live
tooling.
Main Spindle to Sub Spindle select Switch
- In MDI mode, when this light on, the CNC will
switch the movement from main spindle to sub
spindle: (Sub spindle axis movement, sub spindle
Main or Sub Spindle CW or CCW, sub spindle live tooling, Axis jog
moves).
- With this light OFF, CNC will switch the
movement from sub spindle to main spindle: (Sub
spindle axis movement、sub spindle CW or
CCW、sub spindle live tooling, axis jog
moves) 。

Sub Spindle
clamp / unclamp
Sub Spindle Collet clamp / unclamp
When this light is on Sub spindle collet is
clamped. When this light off, the sub Spindle
collet is open.

Sub Spindle off with Brake

Sub Spindle off with Brake

When this function ON, the sub spindle will stop
with the spindle brake on.

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Chip Conveyor Forward

Chip Conveyor Forward
- Use this button to turn the chip conveyor on
forward.
- This button is illuminated when the chip
conveyor is turned on.

Chip Conveyor Stop

Chip Conveyor Stop
- Operator use this button to stop the chip
conveyor.
- This button is illuminated when the chip
conveyor is stop.

Chip Conveyor Reverse

Chip Conveyor Reverse
- Operator use this button to turn the chip
conveyor reverse.
- This button is illuminated when the chip
conveyor is turn on。

Door Open Button

Door Open Button
- When this button on, the operator can open the
door.
- When this button off, the operator can not open
the door and is safety interlocked.

Main Spindle
clamp / unclamp
Main Spindle Collet clamp / unclamp
When this light is on Main spindle collet is
clamped. When this light off, the Main Spindle
collet is open.

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Parts catcher
or Parts Catcher or Parts ejector
Parts ejector - With the “1/2” button Off, Pressing this button will
operate the parts catcher in and out.

- With the “1/2” button On, Pressing this button will

operate the parts ejector to move in and out.

Power ON/OFF Button

Power ON/OFF Button
After push this button，operator can start
to operate this machine(Move all the axis
and main & sub spindle)。

Work Light

Work Light
Turns the work light ON or OFF。

Coolant
Coolant This button turns On and Off the coolant pump.
Regardless of the programmed M08 or M09 for
coolant control in auto mode.

Main or Sub spindle selector switch.

Main or Sub Spindle
program Select - When $1 is selected, the CNC will only execute
the Main spindle program.

- When $2 is selected, the CNC will only execute

the Sub spindle program.

- When $1/$2 is selected, the CNC will execute the

Main and Sub spindle programs.

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Cycle Start
- When in Auto Mode, Pressing this Button
Cycle Start will start and run the program.
- When in Zero return mode, pressing this
button will auto home all axis.
- When is MDI Mode, pressing this button
will run the commanded line entered on the
screen using the MDI soft key.

Feed Hold
In auto mode，CNC will stop to machining
by push program stop button。

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How to Power up the Cyclone 32CS

1. Turn on main power switch on the back panel

2. Press the “ON” button on the front panel.

3. Wait for the control to cycle up to the monitor screen.

4. Press the “Power On” Button on the control panel.

5. Place the “Mode Select” switch to the “Zero Return” position.

6. Press the “Cycle Start” Button.

7. The machine will zero all axis. All alarms should drop off the screen.
8. If you still have a “Bar feed” alarm set the bar feeder to automatic. If you do not have a bar

feeder then press the “Bar feeder Offline” button to run the machine with no bar feeder
or the bar feeder disabled.
9. The machine is ready for automatic operation.

How to Run a Program in Automatic

1. Press the “Prog” Button on the Control Keyboard. You will see the current active program.
2. Press the soft key “F8” File Manager. You will see a list of the programs in memory.
3. Use the arrow keys to highlight the program to run.
4. Press the “Enter” button.
5. The desired program will be displayed in the editor.
6. Press the “Mon” monitor button to display the program, graphics, Modal Codes and more.
7. Press the “Cycle Start” button on the operator panel to run the program.

How to run MDI input

1. Press the “Mon” button on the control panel.
2. Place the “Mode Select” switch to the MDI mode.
3. Press the soft key “F3” MDI
4. Press the soft key “F2” Clear MDI to erase any previous commands.
5. In the MDI window enter the MDI machine code you would like to execute.
6. When you finish inputting the machine code press the soft key “F1” OK to close the MDI
window.
7. Press “Cycle Start” to execute the MDI code.

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How to IMPORT and EXPORT a program

CF Card to the 32CS:

To upload or download a program into the memory of the 32CS the machine needs to be in an E-Stop
state. A zero return is NOT necessary after turning the machine back on from an E-Stop state.
Important: To activate the CF card reader turn on the machine with a CF card in the reader. After the
reader is activated you may exchange cards without restarting the machine.

To IMPORT a Program from the card to the machine memory:

Press the E-Stop

Place the CF card with the program in the slot on the side of the electrical cabinet
Press the “Program” button
Press “F8” File Manager
Press “F4” IMPORT (note the flashing lights on the operator panel showing the card being read)
You should see the directory of the card on the screen.
Highlight using the arrow keys the program to be UPLOADED
Press “ENTER”

To EXPORT a Program from the machine memory to the card:

Press E-stop
Place the CF card to receive the program in the slot on the side of the electrical cabinet
Press the “Program” button
Press “F8” File Manager
Highlight the program to be downloaded
Press “F5” EXPORT (note the flashing lights on the operator panel showing the card being read)
Press EXECUTE to write program to CF Card

How to Run MDI Command

MDI (Manual Data Input) mode is used to execute one or more program commands without creating
a new program. It is useful for calling up tool positions and other functions of the machine. You can
execute one command or many blocks of code as needed. The MDI information memory will stay in
the MDI program area until you over write it or delete it.

To create and run an MDI program:

1. Place Mode Select Switch to the MDI position.
2. Press the “Monitor” Key.
3. Press the key F3 “MDI Input”. The MDI window will pop up.
4. To clear the MDI window press F2 “Clear MDI”.
5. Type the machine code you wish to run in the window.
6. When done entering the code press F1 “OK”.
7. Press “Cycle Start” button to run the code.

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How to Take Offsets

The offsets on the 32CS are the distance from machine zero to the part zero for each tool in each
axis. Since the machine does not have a turret it has to use the offsets to determine where each tool
is in relation to the part.
To move a tool to the part we simply activate the offsets using a “T” command and call out a position
we would like to the tool to move.
Caution!!! Be aware that moving a tool in position may cause another tool to move into the part. It is
always a safe practice to use the Z axis to move the part out of the way before using MDI to
positioning the tool in the X and Y axis.

Some offsets are set by the factory and will remain constant unless the machine zero or tooling plate
is changed.
It is highly recommended that these offsets be recorded so they can be restored if lost or changed.

These offsets are:

Tools #1 - #6 Y
Tools #11 - #14 Y
Tools #21 - #28 X&Y
Tools #31 - #34 X2

Tools #1 thru #6 Turning Tool Offsets:

Tools 1 - 6 “Y” axis offset should be set as a constant with a new machine. Tools 1-6 “Y” offset will
change if the tooling plate is changed from 1/2” to 5/8” shank tooling.

How To Call up the Tools 1-6 using MDI

1. Manually move the Z axis to a position where all tools will clear the material.
2. In MDI execute the command “G0 T101 Y0”. This will bring tool #1 into position to make a
turning cut.

To set the X offset Tools 1 - 6

1. Turn the spindle on in MDI and use X and Z in manual operation to turn a diameter on the
material in the spindle. In MDI execute the command “M103 S1=1000”. This will turn the
spindle on at 1000 RPM.
2. Move the tool to a position in Z away from the part.
3. Press the “POS” button to go to the position page.
4. Press “F2” Clear X Relative (Note that the “Relative Register” X value is “0”.
5. Use the hand wheel to move the X axis to 7.000”. This will give you enough room to measure
the part.
6. Measure the diameter of the cut (Example: .995”).
7. Press “MON” to go to the Monitor page.
8. Press “F5 - Tool Setting” to go to the tool offset page.
9. Press “F2” “Tool Len”
10. Place cursor on the tool offset #1.
11. Press “X7.995” “Enter”
12. The correct offset for the tool should be entered in the offset value.

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To set the Z offset Tools 1 - 6

1. Call up the tool (shown above).
2. Move the tool to a known position in relation to the Z0 (face of part) using a gauge pin/block or
just use the tool to cut a face. (Example: touch face of part with .250” gauge pin.
3. Press monitor
4. Press “F5” Tool Setting (Under Screen)
5. Press “F2” “Tool Len”
6. Place cursor on the tool #1 offset.
7. Press “Z.250” “Enter” (enter Z0 if you have just cut the face)
8. The correct offset for the tool should be entered in the offset value.

Tools #11 thru #14 Radial Driven Tool Offsets:

Tools 11-14 are radial driven tools used to do Milling type work on the side of the part. The “Y” axis
on these tools will be a constant. It is recommended to write down these values and keep them in a
safe place in case they are lost.

How To Call up the Tools 11-14 using MDI

1. Manually move the Z axis to a position where all tools will clear the material.
2. In MDI execute the command “G0 T1111 Y0”. This will bring tool #11 into position to make a
turning cut.

How To set the X offset Tools 11-14

1. Turn the spindle on in MDI and use X and Z in manual operation to touch or create a diameter
on the material in the spindle. In MDI execute the command “M303 S3=1000”. This will turn the
spindle on at 1000 RPM.
2. Move the tool to a position in Z away from the part.
3. Press the “POS” button to go to the position page.
4. Press “F2” Clear X Relative (Note that the “Relative Register” X value is “0”.
5. Use the hand wheel to move the X axis to 7.000”. This will give you enough room to measure
the part.
6. Measure the diameter of the cut (Example: .995”).
7. Press “MON” to go to the Monitor page.
8. Press “F5 - Tool Setting” to go to the tool offset page.
9. Press “F2” “Tool Len”
10. Place cursor on the desired tool offset.
11. Press “X7.995” “Enter”
12. The correct offset for the tool should be entered in the offset value.

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How To set the Z offset Tools 11 - 14

1. Call up the tool (shown above).
2. Move the tool to a known position in relation to the Z0 (face of part) using a gauge pin/block or
just use the tool to cut a face. (Example: touch face of part with .250” gauge pin.
3. Press monitor
4. Press “F5” Tool Setting (Under Screen)
5. Press “F2” “Tool Len”
6. Place cursor on the tool #1 offset.
7. Add the gauge pin to the radius of the tool. Example 3/8” End Mill radius=.1875 (Add .25 +
.1875=.4375)
8. Press “Z.4375” “Enter” (enter “Z.1875” if you have just cut the face with the tool)
9. The correct offset for the tool should be entered in the offset value.

Tools #21 (Fixed) thru #28 (Axial Driven) Tool Offsets:

How To Set the X and Z offset Tools 21-25

Tools 21-25 are fixed bushing holders. They may be used for Drilling or Boring operations.

For Drilling
When using Tools 21-25 for drilling operations the Z axis is the only axis offset you need to get.
You can use the same procedure used on tools 1-6.

For Boring
When you use tools 21-25 in a boring operation you can set the X and Z offsets using the same
procedure as tools 1-6.

Notes on taking offsets:

When you enter an axis letter in the “offset input line” Example “X.995” the offset will be calculated
using the value in the “Machine Register”.
When you enter a number in the “offset input line” without an axis letter Example “.995” the value will
be input to the offset selected according to the setting of the “INPUT MODE” in the upper left corner
of the screen. To change this mode input “I” for incremental input or “A” for absolute input of the
number. The active mode will be displayed to the right.
(Absolute mode shown below)

Input Mode (A:ABS I:INC) ABS

Absolute Input Mode will enter the number into the offset.
Incremental Input Mode will add the number to the existing offset. (If a negative value the sign must
be included)

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Special Tool Numbers T3030 and T3535

Offset Used For Sub Spindle

Tool Offset #30 is used for the “Face of the sub spindle collet” to the “Face of the part when Z1 is at
the transfer position”.

Offset Used For Part Catcher

Tool Offset #35 is used for the position of the sub spindle over the part catcher when extended.

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How to Set Part Ejector

The part ejector is operated by an air cylinder. The tip of the part ejector is screwed onto the end of
the part ejector shaft. The tip has a 5Mx1.5 threaded hole that screws onto the shaft. You can make
custom ejector tips by using a piece of stock with a threaded hole to make the tip shape desired.
Keep in mind that if the tip is too large in diameter it can obstruct the air and coolant flow through the
sub spindle. This can result in improper cleaning (blowing off) of the part when the sub spindle is
picking off the main spindle. Make sure that the tip allows for ample air and coolant flow. This can be
done by turning the desired shape and making flats on the side of the tip.

Example:

To adjust the part catcher:

1. Put the mode select in the one of the manual modes (JOG, Hand wheel, Rapid…) mode.
2. Press the 1/2 Button to turn on the green light on the button.
3. Open the Sub Collet.
4. Press the “PART CATCHER” manual button. (The part Ejector should extend “IN”)
5. Use the Thumb Screw shown below to set the tip of the ejector at the desired eject position.
6. Tighten the lock nut on the thumb screw.
7. Loosen the bracket holding the “Part Ejector IN Switch”.
8. Move the switch to a point on the air cylinder that the light is on.
9. Tighten the bracket on the “Part Ejector IN Switch”.
10. Press the “PART CATCHER” manual button to return the part ejector to the “back” position.

Part Ejector Adjusting Nut Part Ejector Limit Switches

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How To Install Collet ”Clocking Pins”:

1. Manually run the Z1 axis to the negative limit as shown below.

2. Use the MPG and rotate the C axis to expose the “Anti-Rotation” screw as shown below..
3. Remove Spindle nose cap as shown below.
4. Remove collet.
5. Unscrew “Anti-Rotation” screw.
6. Unscrew Collet Adqptor and remove from spindle.
7. Locate threaded hole in the taper part of the adaptor.
8. Install the larger set screw from the outside with the turned end of the set screw inside adaptor.
9. Screw the adaptor back into the spindle as far as it will go.
10. Look in the “Anti-Rotation” screw hole and unscrew the adaptor until you see the slot.
11. Put the “Anti-Rotation” screw back in and tighten. NOTE: (Make sure the “Anti-Rotation” screw
head is below the spindle surface to allow the spindle to move back through the black ring.)

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How to install and remove Driven Tool on Sub Side

To remove driven tool

1. Press E-Stop (Machine does not have to be re-zeroed after E-Stop)
2. Remove 4 mounting screws
3. Remove ER20 collet (leave collet cab off)
4. Thread slide hammer onto collet cap thread.
5. Use slide hammer to remove driven tool spindle.
6. Install fixed tool holder.(The mounting screws for the fixed

How to remove sub spindle collet

1. Unclamp the sub spindle collet.
2. Press E-Stop.
3. Use a 3mm Allen wrench to loosen the screw on the bottom of the black sub spindle nose
cover. Remove the cover by pulling it towards the main spindle.
4. Use the large open end wrench supplied with the machine to hold the spindle.
5. Use the adjustable spanner wrench supplied with the machine to unscrew the spindle cap.
6. Remove the collet.
7. When installing the new collet it is recommended you use Anti-Seize lubricant on the collet
taper and ground diameter on the end of the collet.

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Cut Off Confirmation

The M100 cut off inspection device function allows the machine to detect if the material has been
separated after the parting operation. This is useful in cases when the parting tool did not fully cut and
separate the parts in to 2 pieces, as in the case of a broken insert. The M100 function will check the
axis motor torque when Z2 axis pulls the parts away from main spindle. If the parting operation did
not separate the two parts completely, the CNC will generate a alarm message and stop running. The
M100 needs to be after the parting tool operation has been completed and before the Z2 axis starts to
move back. Please see the example 1 bellow. The necessary parameters are listed below and need
to be set for proper operation.
When moving the Z2 axis, the axis can be moved in feed or rapid. The Z1 can also be moved back at
the same time as the Z2 axis when M100 is used.

EXAMPLE 1:
$2
G04.1P2;
T3030;
G94G0X0.;
M77;
G0Z3.M57;
G1Z-25.F500;
G4X0.5;
M58;
M10;
G4X0.5;
G04.1P3;
G04.1P4;
M100; (Cut off inspection device)
M78;
G53Z0.;
G04.1P5;
M99;

CONTROL PARAMETER SETTINGS:

3601 100 *M code macro call registry No.1
3866 500 2nd coupling couple time (ms)
3867 500 2nd coupling decouple time (ms)

Z2 axis driver parameter settings:

Pr41: 0111
Pr43: 000d
Pr76: 10

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Set up for Shaped (Hex) Material

When transferring hex stock material from the main spindle to the sub spindle it is necessary to have
2 collets in alignment with each other. It is necessary to use keyed collets to keep the collets from
spinning as the spindle is unclamped and clamped. In some cases you may want to have the flat on
your hex material aligned so the flat is straight and parallel with the Y axis. By adjusting parameter #
886 you can move the C1 zero position as needed to align the flat in the main spindle.

To align the C2 axis zero position to the Main spindle C-Axis and transfer hex stock material,
adjusting parameter # 889, you can move the C2 zero position to match the Main Spindle C-axis zero
position.

One of the easiest ways to align the sub spindle to the main spindle is first home both spindles
manually using the manual panel. Clamp a peace of hex stock material in the main spindle. Us the
MPG and jog the Z2 axis and the C2 axis over the hex material. At this time press the E-stop switch
to turn off the axis servos. Using the sub spindle manual clamping tool, clamp the sub spindle to the
hex stock.

(NOTE: Do not try to clamp the sub spindle to the hex stock under power. This will only cause the sub
spindle drive to fault out because the two spindles are not aligned yet and they are fighting each
other.)

By hand manually rotate the main spindle until the display screen reads zero. Now look at the display
for the Sub spindle and adjust parameter #889 by the amount shown in the Sub spindle display.

Example on next page

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Example: The main spindle reads 0.000 and the Sub spindle reads 1.500 deg then add 1500 to the
number in parameter #889. Re-home the main spindle and the sub spindle and recheck the
alignment. Repeat this procedure as needed until the sub spindle is aligned to the main spindle.

Parameter Value Description

881 24316 X-axis Home Offset
882 27202 Y-axis Home Offset
883 9000 Z-axis Home Offset
884 12931 X2-axis Home Offset.
885 10000 Z2-axis Home Offset
886 0 C-axis Home Offset
887 0 A-axis Home Offset
888 0 B-axis Home Offset
889 0 C2-axis Home Offset
890 0 B2-axis Home Offset

Program File Format

1. The file name has to be less than 8 characters.

2. Subroutines need to be in a Fanuc format i.e.”O1234”
3. Only use a “basic editor” like Windows Notepad or and “NC” editor to create a program.
4. The first line in the program needs to be blank.

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