Dual axis operation – Rockwell Automation 8520 9/Series CNC Lathe User Manual
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Dual Axis Operation
The Dual Axes feature lets the part programmer simultaneously control
multiple axes while programming commands for only one. It differs from
the split axis feature of the 9/Series control in that the split axis feature is
used to control a single axis positioned by two servo motors.
This chapter reviews the following major dual axis operations:
Topic:
On page:
Parking a dual axis
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Homing a dual axis
19-4
Programming a dual axis
19-5
Offset management
19-7
The dual axes feature is especially useful for lathes with dual turrets and
other machines running with parallel cutting tools. Figure 19.1 shows a
typical configuration for dual axes.
Implementation of the dual axis feature can require significant PAL
modification as well as proper AMP configuration. The dual axis feature
is an option. Refer to your system installer’s documentation to see if the
dual axis option has been purchased for your machine.
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