Acu-Rite CNC 3500i Advanced Programming, Code Function Spindle Speed Commands spindle speeds S

11.4 Advanced Programming

11.4 Advanced Programming

SPEED

This section covers S and M code formats. The codes are included in the part program or activated in Manual Data Input Mode.

Code	Function
S (Spindle Speed)	Commands spindle speeds (S).

Format: Sxxxxx

Spindle speed is programmed via S-Code. The RPM range of the machine determines the S-Code range.

In determining spindle speeds there also may be gear ranges selected by M-Codes. For example, you may be able to select four ranges of speed by programming the corresponding M-Code for the required range. The machine tool builder specifies the range. Check your machine tool manual for details.

M - Functions

Miscellaneous (M-Code)

Miscellaneous codes control a variety of machine tool functions. The machine builder assigns them. Be familiar with the M-Codes available on your machine-control combination. M-function availability varies from one machine to another. Refer to your machine tool manual for a complete list of M-Codes.

M-Code	Function
M3 or M03	Spindle Forward.
M4 or M04	Spindle Reverse.
M5 or M05	Spindle Off.
M6 or M06	Tool Mount.
M8 or M08	Coolant On.
M9 or M09	Coolant Off.

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