Rockwell Automation 8520 9/Series CNC Lathe User Manual

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Tool Tip Radius Compensation (TTRC)

Function

Chapter 21

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The new offset is activated. TTRC is able to compensate for this new

diameter by modifying the saved jogged path. This path is modified so

that the new tool cuts the same part as the old tool. The absolute position

of the machine will, therefore, be different on the return path from what it

was when jogging away from the part.

This jogged path is adjusted when you press the <CYCLE STOP> button

to return from the jog retract. As soon as you press the <CYCLE STOP>

button, the control generates a move that offsets the current tool position

by the necessary distance. This distance is determined as the necessary

distance the tool where would have to be positioned so that the exact same

jog return paths can be used to return to the part and still have the

end-point be offset from the original position by the difference in the cutter

diameter.

CAUTION: Make sure that this offset path will not cause any

collisions with the part or the machine fixtures. The position of

the tool when the tool change in jog retract is made should be a

safe distance from the part and machine fixtures.

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