
B–63002EN/01
22. FUNCTIONS SPECIFIC TO 2–PATH
CONTROL
NC FUNCTION
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FUNCTIONS SPECIFIC TO 2–PATH CONTROL
Two paths can be independently controlled to cut the workpiece
simultaneously.
Application to a lathe with one spindle and two paths (T series)
Two paths can operate simultaneously to machine one workpiece
attached to the spindle.
For example, while one path performs external machining, the other
path can perform internal machining. The machining time is then
reduced greatly.
path 1
path 2
Spindle
Application to a lathe with two spindles and two paths (T series)
Two paths can operate simultaneously to machine two workpieces
attached to two spindles. Since each path operates independently, the
productivity is improved as if two lathes were used simultaneously.
path 1
path 2
Spindle 1
Spindle 2