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6. CREATING MACHINING PROGRAMS
OPERATION
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A machining program consists of several processes, or units of
machining.
Process data, such as the type of machining, tools to be used, and cutting
conditions, is set and displayed on the process data screen.
Data which must be set in this screen depends on the type of machining
in the process. For details, see Part III, “Types of machining programs.”
NOTE
Process data for a two–path lathe contains the process data
for a one–path lathe and the items (units) for selecting a tool
post.
WARNING
No check is made on whether the machining sequence is
correct. For example, even if you program tapping without
preparing a hole, or finishing without roughing, the machine
runs according to the programmed machining sequence.
For this reason, when creating a machining program using a
conversational function, be sure to confirm that the machine
runs in the correct sequence.
If the machining sequence is incorrect, the tool may bump
against the workpiece, or the machine may be forced to
perform unnatural machining, possibly causing damage to the
tool and/or machine, and even injuries.
WARNING
When process data is entered, tool and cutting condition data
is determined automatically according to the selected
machining type and area. Be sure to check that the
automatically determined data is correct.
If the data is incorrect, correct it.
If the tool and cutting condition data is incorrect, the tool may
bump against the workpiece, or the machine may be forced to
perform unnatural machining, possibly causing damage to the
tool and/or machine, and even injuries.
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PROCESS DATA
SCREEN