2.4.2 Tool change with deactivated tool management
2.4.2.1 Tool change with deactivated tool management with T number
A direct tool change takes place if the T number is programmed.
Application
For turning machines with circular magazine.
Syntax
Selecting a tool
T<No>
T=<No>
T<n>=<No>
Deselecting a tool
T0
T0=<No>
Meaning
T: Address for tool selection including tool change and activation of the tool offset
<n>: Spindle number as address extension
Note:
The possibility of programming a spindle number as an address extension depends on the
configuration of the machine (→ see machine manufacturer's specifications).
<No>: Number of the tool
Range of val‐
ues:
0 ... 32000
T0: Deselecting the active tool
Example
Program code Comment
N10, T1, D1 ; Loading of tool T1 and activation of the tool offset D1.
...
N70 T0 ; Deselect tool T1.
...
2.4.2.2 Tool change with deactivated tool management with M6
The tool is selected when the T command is programmed. The tool only becomes active with
M6 (including tool offset).
Fundamentals
2.4 Tool change
NC programming
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