Tweco iCNC XT - Manual (Page 93)

iCNC XT
Manual 0-5299 OPERATION 5-35
5.13.1. Parameters
On the 1 Parameters tab the parameter quick view settings are shown again, along with creep speed, mirror and tool location. In addition a
cutting process database can be set up by selecting material, thickness and tool.
Kerf, Cutting Speed, Pierce Height, Pierce Time, Program Rotation
These settings are identical to those described in the parameter quick view screen. Changing the setting here will change the setting in the
parameter quick view screen automatically.
Tool Location
If a laser pointer is installed on the machine, it is best to defi ne tool locations relative to the laser pointer. This way you can position and set the
zero point using the laser pointer and the system knows the location of all additional tools and can automatically handle them while cutting a
program. Adding tool offset in your cutting program is not required.
Mirror
Checking the Mirror box will mirror your program in the X axis.
Gas, Plasma and Plasma 2 Tabs
Clicking these tabs will change your cutting tool and all associated parameters to that process.
Process Database
The iCNC® XT has a unique feature that allows building a data base for specifi c cutting parameters based on material, thickness and tool.
Based on material, thickness and tool selected, the cutting parameters can change automatically for kerf, cutting speeds and other parameters.
Once a data base is built up with all the correct information, the guess work of where to set the cutting parameters will be minimized. This would
be helpful when a new operator is trained to operate the cutting machine assuring consistent cut quality.