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7.2 Canned Cycles

Canned Cycles

A canned cycle is a preset sequence of events initiated by a single block of data. Canned cycles are part of the CNC software and cannot be altered. They simplify the programming of complicated cycles. One block of data can instruct the CNC to perform the necessary moves to drill a hole, or mill a pocket.

A canned cycle is in Conversational format, and G-Code. The Conversational format describe parameters, such as peck distance, retract height, pocket depth, and tool stepover. Each canned cycle has its own conversational format.

The Conversational format in a canned cycle allow you to customize the cycle to include the necessary dimensions, feedrates, etc.

Canned cycles greatly reduce program blocks. Use them whenever applicable.

Canned cycles are usually entered into the part program from the Program Edit/Help Menu. Refer to chapter 11 "Activating Edit Help" on page 370 for G-code format. Conversational format contains graphics, and labeled entry fields to make programming canned cycles quick and easy.

7.2 Canned Cycles

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