Heidenhain iTNC 530 (340 49x-06) Manuel d'utilisateur

User’s ManualHEIDENHAIN Conversational ProgrammingiTNC 530NC Software340 490-06340 491-06340 492-06340 493-06340 494-06English (en)6/2010

TNC Model, Software and Features10 Feature content level (upgrade functions)Along with software options, significant further improvements of the TNC

100 Introduction2.6 Accessories: HEIDENHAIN 3-D Touch Probes and Electronic Handwheels

Programming: Fundamentals, File Management

102 Programming: Fundamentals, File Management3.1 Fundamentals3.1 FundamentalsPosition encoders and reference marksThe machine axes are equipped with

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1033.1 FundamentalsReference system on milling machinesWhen using a milling machine, you orient tool movements to the Cartesian co

104 Programming: Fundamentals, File Management3.1 FundamentalsPolar coordinatesIf the production drawing is dimensioned in Cartesian coordinates, you

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1053.1 FundamentalsAbsolute and incremental workpiece positionsAbsolute workpiece positionsAbsolute coordinates are position coord

106 Programming: Fundamentals, File Management3.1 FundamentalsSetting the datumA production drawing identifies a certain form element of the workpiec

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1073.2 Creating and Writing Programs3.2 Creating and Writing ProgramsOrganization of an NC program in HEIDENHAIN ConversationalA p

108 Programming: Fundamentals, File Management3.2 Creating and Writing ProgramsCreating a new part programYou always enter a part program in the Prog

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1093.2 Creating and Writing ProgramsExample: Display the BLK form in the NC programThe TNC generates the block numbers as well as

TNC Model, Software and FeaturesHEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 11Intended place of operationThe TNC complies with the limits for a Class A device in accordance

110 Programming: Fundamentals, File Management3.2 Creating and Writing ProgramsProgramming tool movements in conversational formatTo program a block,

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1113.2 Creating and Writing ProgramsPossible feed rate inputFunctions for setting the feed rate Soft keyRapid traverse, non-modal

112 Programming: Fundamentals, File Management3.2 Creating and Writing ProgramsActual position captureThe TNC enables you to transfer the current too

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1133.2 Creating and Writing ProgramsEditing a programWhile you are creating or editing a part program, you can select any desired

114 Programming: Fundamentals, File Management3.2 Creating and Writing ProgramsInserting blocks at any desired locationU Select the block after which

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1153.2 Creating and Writing ProgramsLooking for the same words in different blocksTo use this function, set the AUTO DRAW soft key

116 Programming: Fundamentals, File Management3.2 Creating and Writing ProgramsMarking, copying, deleting and inserting program sectionsThe TNC provi

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1173.2 Creating and Writing ProgramsThe TNC search functionWith the search function of the TNC, you can search for any text within

118 Programming: Fundamentals, File Management3.2 Creating and Writing ProgramsFind/Replace any textU If required, select the block containing the wo

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1193.3 File Management: Fundamentals3.3 File Management: FundamentalsFilesWhen you write a part program on the TNC, you must first

New functions in 340 49x-01 since the predecessor versions340 422-xx/340 423-xx12 New functions in 340 49x-01 since the predecessor versions 340 422

120 Programming: Fundamentals, File Management3.3 File Management: FundamentalsFile namesWhen you store programs, tables and texts as files, the TNC

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1213.4 Working with the File Manager3.4 Working with the File ManagerDirectoriesTo ensure that you can easily find your files, we

122 Programming: Fundamentals, File Management3.4 Working with the File ManagerOverview: Functions of the file managerIf you want to use the old file

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1233.4 Working with the File ManagerCalling the file managerPress the PGM MGT key: The TNC displays the file management window (se

124 Programming: Fundamentals, File Management3.4 Working with the File ManagerSelecting drives, directories and filesCall the file manager.Use the a

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1253.4 Working with the File ManagerStep 3: Select a filePress the SELECT TYPE soft keyPress the soft key for the desired file typ

126 Programming: Fundamentals, File Management3.4 Working with the File ManagerSelect smarT.NC programsPrograms created in the smarT.NC operating mod

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1273.4 Working with the File ManagerCreating a new directory (only possible on the drive TNC:\)Move the highlight in the left wind

128 Programming: Fundamentals, File Management3.4 Working with the File ManagerCopying a single fileU Move the highlight to the file you wish to copy

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1293.4 Working with the File ManagerCopying files into another directoryU Select a screen layout with two equally sized windows.U

New functions with 340 49x-02HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 13New functions with 340 49x-02 DXF files can be opened directly on the TNC, in order to extract co

130 Programming: Fundamentals, File Management3.4 Working with the File ManagerCopying a tableIf you are copying tables, you can overwrite individual

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1313.4 Working with the File ManagerCopying a directoryU Move the highlight in the right window onto the directory you want to cop

132 Programming: Fundamentals, File Management3.4 Working with the File ManagerDeleting a fileU Move the highlight to the file you want to delete.U T

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1333.4 Working with the File ManagerMarking filesMarking function Soft keyMove cursor upwardMove cursor downwardTag a single fileT

134 Programming: Fundamentals, File Management3.4 Working with the File ManagerSome functions, such as copying or erasing files, can not only be used

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1353.4 Working with the File ManagerTagging files with shortcutsU Move the highlight to the first file.U Press and hold the CTRL k

136 Programming: Fundamentals, File Management3.4 Working with the File ManagerAdditional functionsProtecting a file / Canceling file protectionU Mov

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1373.4 Working with the File ManagerAdapting the file managerYou open the menu for adapting the file manager either by clicking th

138 Programming: Fundamentals, File Management3.4 Working with the File ManagerWorking with shortcutsShortcuts are commands triggered by certain key

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1393.4 Working with the File ManagerData transfer to or from an external data mediumCall the file manager.Select the screen layout

New functions with 340 49x-0314 New functions with 340 49x-03 The Adaptive Feed Control function (AFC) was introduced (see “Adaptive Feed Control

140 Programming: Fundamentals, File Management3.4 Working with the File ManagerTo select another drive or directory: press the soft key for choosing

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1413.4 Working with the File ManagerThe TNC in a networkIf the TNC is connected to a network, the directory window displays up to

142 Programming: Fundamentals, File Management3.4 Working with the File ManagerUSB devices on the TNC (FCL 2 function)Backing up data from or loading

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1433.4 Working with the File ManagerTo remove a USB device, proceed as follows:U Press the PGM MGT soft key to call the file manag

144 Programming: Fundamentals, File Management3.4 Working with the File Manager

Programming: Programming Aids

146 Programming: Programming Aids4.1 Adding Comments4.1 Adding CommentsFunctionYou can add comments to any desired block in the part program to expla

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1474.1 Adding CommentsFunctions for editing of the commentFunction Soft keyJump to beginning of comment.Jump to end of comment.Jum

148 Programming: Programming Aids4.2 Structuring Programs4.2 Structuring ProgramsDefinition and applicationsThis TNC function enables you to comment

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1494.3 Integrated Pocket Calculator4.3 Integrated Pocket CalculatorOperationThe TNC features an integrated pocket calculator with

New functions with 340 49x-04HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 15New functions with 340 49x-04 The global parameter settings function makes it possible to activat

150 Programming: Programming Aids4.4 Programming Graphics4.4 Programming GraphicsGenerating / not generating graphics during programmingWhile you are

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1514.4 Programming GraphicsBlock number display ON/OFFU Shift the soft-key row: see figureU To show block numbers: Set the SHOW OM

152 Programming: Programming Aids4.5 3-D Line Graphics (FCL2 Function)4.5 3-D Line Graphics (FCL2 Function)FunctionUse the 3-D line graphics to have

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1534.5 3-D Line Graphics (FCL2 Function)Rotate workpiece clockwiseRotate workpiece counterclockwiseTilt workpiece backwardTilt wor

154 Programming: Programming Aids4.5 3-D Line Graphics (FCL2 Function)You can also use the mouse with the 3-D line graphics. The following functions

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1554.6 Immediate Help for NC Error Messages4.6 Immediate Help for NC Error MessagesDisplaying error messagesThe TNC automatically

156 Programming: Programming Aids4.7 List of All Current Error Messages4.7 List of All Current Error MessagesFunctionWith this function you can show

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1574.7 List of All Current Error MessagesWindow contentsColumn MeaningNumber Error number (–1: no error number defined), issued by

158 Programming: Programming Aids4.7 List of All Current Error MessagesCalling the TNCguide help systemYou can call the TNC’s help system via soft ke

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1594.7 List of All Current Error MessagesGenerating service filesYou can use this function to save all files relevant to service p

New functions with 340 49x-0416  File management was adapted to the file management of smarT.NC (see “Overview: Functions of the file manager” on p

160 Programming: Programming Aids4.8 The Context-Sensitive Help System TNCguide (FCL3 Function)4.8 The Context-Sensitive Help System TNCguide (FCL3 F

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1614.8 The Context-Sensitive Help System TNCguide (FCL3 Function)Working with the TNCguideCalling the TNCguideThere are several wa

162 Programming: Programming Aids4.8 The Context-Sensitive Help System TNCguide (FCL3 Function)Navigating in the TNCguideIt’s easiest to use the mous

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1634.8 The Context-Sensitive Help System TNCguide (FCL3 Function)Select the page last shownPage forward if you have used the “sele

164 Programming: Programming Aids4.8 The Context-Sensitive Help System TNCguide (FCL3 Function)Subject indexThe most important subjects in the Manual

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1654.8 The Context-Sensitive Help System TNCguide (FCL3 Function)Downloading current help filesYou’ll find the help files for your

166 Programming: Programming Aids4.8 The Context-Sensitive Help System TNCguide (FCL3 Function)Norwegian TNC:\tncguide\noSlovak TNC:\tncguide\skLatvi

Programming: Tools

168 Programming: Tools5.1 Entering Tool-Related Data5.1 Entering Tool-Related DataFeed rate FThe feed rate F is the speed (in millimeters per minute

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1695.1 Entering Tool-Related DataSpindle speed SThe spindle speed S is entered in revolutions per minute (rpm) in a TOOL CALL bloc

New functions with 340 49x-05HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 17New functions with 340 49x-05 DCM: Integrated fixture management (see “Fixture Monitoring (Softwa

170 Programming: Tools5.2 Tool Data5.2 Tool DataRequirements for tool compensationYou usually program the coordinates of path contours as they are di

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1715.2 Tool DataDelta values for lengths and radiiDelta values are offsets in the length and radius of a tool.A positive delta val

172 Programming: Tools5.2 Tool DataEntering tool data in the tableYou can define and store up to 30 000 tools and their tool data in a tool table. In

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1735.2 Tool DataDR Delta value for tool radius R.Input range in mm: -99.9999 to +99.9999Input range in inches: -3.937 to +3.937Too

174 Programming: Tools5.2 Tool DataPTYP Tool type for evaluation in the pocket table. Input range: 0 to +99Tool type for pocket table?NMAX Limits the

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1755.2 Tool DataTool table: Tool data required for automatic tool measurementDR2TABLE 3D-ToolComp software option: Enter the name

176 Programming: Tools5.2 Tool DataTT:L-OFFS Radius measurement: tool offset in addition to MP6530 between upper surface of stylus and lower surface

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1775.2 Tool DataTool table: Tool data for automatic speed/feed rate calculationTool table: Tool data for 3-D touch trigger probe (

178 Programming: Tools5.2 Tool DataEditing tool tablesThe tool table that is active during execution of the part program is designated as TOOL.T. You

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1795.2 Tool DataLeaving the tool tableU Call the file manager and select a file of a different type, such as a part programAdditio

New functions with 340 49x-0518  New Cycle 241 for Single-Fluted Deep-Hole Drilling (see User’s Manual for Cycles) Touch probe cycle 404 (SET BASI

180 Programming: Tools5.2 Tool DataTool-carrier kinematicsIn the KINEMATIC column of the tool table TOOL.T you can assign each tool with an additiona

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1815.2 Tool DataUsing an external PC to overwrite individual tool dataThe HEIDENHAIN data transfer software TNCremoNT provides an

182 Programming: Tools5.2 Tool DataPocket table for tool changerFor automatic tool changing you need the pocket table TOOL_P.TCH. The TNC can manage

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1835.2 Tool DataSelecting a pocket table in the Programming andEditing operating modeU Call the file manager.U Press the SELECT TY

184 Programming: Tools5.2 Tool DataEditing functions for pocket tables Soft keySelect beginning of tableSelect end of tableSelect previous page in ta

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1855.2 Tool DataCalling tool dataA TOOL CALL block in the part program is defined with the following data:U Select the tool call f

186 Programming: Tools5.2 Tool DataEditing tool data in the selection windowIn the pop-up window for tool selection you can also edit the displayed t

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1875.2 Tool DataTool changeTool change positionThe tool change position must be approachable without collision. With the miscellan

188 Programming: Tools5.2 Tool DataAutomatic tool change if the tool life expires: M101The TNC automatically changes the tool if the tool life TIME2

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1895.2 Tool DataPrerequisites for standard NC blocks with radius compensation RR, RLThe radius of the replacement tool must be the

New functions 340 49x-06HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 19New functions 340 49x-06 The new HR 510, HR 520 and HR 550 FS handwheels are supported (see “Traversin

190 Programming: Tools5.2 Tool DataTool usage testThe following are prerequisites for a tool usage test: Bit 2 of the machine parameter must be set

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1915.2 Tool DataApplying the tool usage testWith the TOOL USAGE and TOOL USAGE TEST soft keys, you can check before starting a pro

192 Programming: Tools5.2 Tool DataThere are two ways to run a tool usage test for a pallet file: The highlight is on a pallet entry in the pallet f

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1935.2 Tool DataTool management (software option)With the tool management, your machine tool builder can provide many functions wi

194 Programming: Tools5.2 Tool DataIn the new view, the TNC presents all tool information in the following four card registers: Tools:Tool specific

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1955.2 Tool DataOperating the tool managementThe tool management can be operated by mouse or with the keys and soft keys:In additi

196 Programming: Tools5.2 Tool DataIf the form view is active, the following functions are available to you:Editing functions, form view Soft keySele

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1975.3 Tool Compensation5.3 Tool CompensationIntroductionThe TNC adjusts the spindle path in the spindle axis by the compensation

198 Programming: Tools5.3 Tool CompensationTool radius compensationThe NC block for programming a tool movement contains: RL or RR for radius compen

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 1995.3 Tool CompensationContouring with radius compensation: RR and RLThe tool center moves along the contour at a distance equal

Controls of the TNCKeys on visual display unitAlphanumeric keyboardMachine operating modesProgramming modesProgram/file management, TNC functionsNavig

New functions 340 49x-0620  In the Test Run mode, the working plane can now by defined manually (see “Setting a tilted working plane for the test r

200 Programming: Tools5.3 Tool CompensationEntering radius compensationRadius compensation is entered in an L block: Enter the coordinates of the tar

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2015.3 Tool CompensationRadius compensation: Machining corners Outside corners:If you program radius compensation, the TNC moves

202 Programming: Tools5.3 Tool Compensation

Programming: Programming Contours

204 Programming: Programming Contours6.1 Tool Movements6.1 Tool MovementsPath functionsA workpiece contour is usually composed of several contour ele

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2056.2 Fundamentals of Path Functions6.2 Fundamentals of Path FunctionsProgramming tool movements for workpiece machiningYou creat

206 Programming: Programming Contours6.2 Fundamentals of Path FunctionsEntering more than three coordinatesThe TNC can control up to 5 axes simultane

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2076.2 Fundamentals of Path FunctionsDirection of rotation DR for circular movementsWhen a circular path has no tangential transit

208 Programming: Programming Contours6.2 Fundamentals of Path FunctionsCreating the program blocks with the path function keys The gray path function

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2096.3 Contour Approach and Departure6.3 Contour Approach and DepartureOverview: Types of paths for contour approach and departure

New functions 340 49x-06HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 21 New touch probe cycle for calibrating a touch probe by means of a calibration sphere (see User's

210 Programming: Programming Contours6.3 Contour Approach and DepartureImportant positions for approach and departure Starting point PSYou program t

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2116.3 Contour Approach and DeparturePolar coordinatesYou can also program the contour points for the following approach/departure

212 Programming: Programming Contours6.3 Contour Approach and DepartureApproaching on a straight line with tangential connection: APPR LTThe tool mov

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2136.3 Contour Approach and DepartureApproaching on a circular path with tangential connection: APPR CTThe tool moves on a straigh

214 Programming: Programming Contours6.3 Contour Approach and DepartureApproaching on a circular arc with tangential connection from a straight line

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2156.3 Contour Approach and DepartureDeparting on a straight line with tangential connection: DEP LTThe tool moves on a straight l

216 Programming: Programming Contours6.3 Contour Approach and DepartureDeparture on a circular path with tangential connection: DEP CTThe tool moves

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2176.4 Path Contours—Cartesian Coordinates6.4 Path Contours—Cartesian CoordinatesOverview of path functionsFunction Path function

218 Programming: Programming Contours6.4 Path Contours—Cartesian CoordinatesStraight line L The TNC moves the tool in a straight line from its curren

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2196.4 Path Contours—Cartesian CoordinatesInserting a chamfer between two straight linesThe chamfer enables you to cut off corners

Changed functions in 340 49x-01 since the predecessor versions340 422-xx/340 423-xx22 Changed functions in 340 49x-01 since the predecessor versions

220 Programming: Programming Contours6.4 Path Contours—Cartesian CoordinatesCorner rounding RNDThe RND function is used for rounding off corners.The

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2216.4 Path Contours—Cartesian CoordinatesCircle center CCIYou can define a circle center for circles that you have programmed wit

222 Programming: Programming Contours6.4 Path Contours—Cartesian CoordinatesCircular path C around circle center CCBefore programming a circular arc,

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2236.4 Path Contours—Cartesian CoordinatesCircular path CR with defined radiusThe tool moves on a circular path with the radius R.

224 Programming: Programming Contours6.4 Path Contours—Cartesian CoordinatesCentral angle CCA and arc radius RThe starting and end points on the cont

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2256.4 Path Contours—Cartesian CoordinatesCircular path CT with tangential connectionThe tool moves on an arc that starts tangenti

226 Programming: Programming Contours6.4 Path Contours—Cartesian CoordinatesExample: Linear movements and chamfers with Cartesian coordinates0 BEGIN

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2276.4 Path Contours—Cartesian CoordinatesExample: Circular movements with Cartesian coordinates0 BEGIN PGM CIRCULAR MM1 BLK FORM

228 Programming: Programming Contours6.4 Path Contours—Cartesian Coordinates15LX+5Move to last contour point 116 DEP LCT X-20 Y-20 R5 F1000Depart the

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2296.4 Path Contours—Cartesian CoordinatesExample: Full circle with Cartesian coordinates0 BEGIN PGM C-CC MM1 BLK FORM 0.1 Z X+0 Y

Functions changed in 340 49x-02HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 23Functions changed in 340 49x-02 Access to the preset table was simplified. There are also new p

230 Programming: Programming Contours6.5 Path Contours—Polar Coordinates6.5 Path Contours—Polar CoordinatesOverviewWith polar coordinates you can def

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2316.5 Path Contours—Polar CoordinatesZero point for polar coordinates: pole CCYou can define the pole CC anywhere in the part pro

232 Programming: Programming Contours6.5 Path Contours—Polar CoordinatesCircular path CP around pole CCThe polar coordinate radius PR is also the rad

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2336.5 Path Contours—Polar CoordinatesCircular path CTP with tangential connectionThe tool moves on a circular path, starting tang

234 Programming: Programming Contours6.5 Path Contours—Polar CoordinatesHelical interpolationA helix is a combination of a circular movement in a mai

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2356.5 Path Contours—Polar CoordinatesProgramming a helixU Polar coordinates angle: Enter the total angle of tool traverse along t

236 Programming: Programming Contours6.5 Path Contours—Polar CoordinatesExample: Linear movement with polar coordinates0 BEGIN PGM LINEARPO MM1 BLK F

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2376.5 Path Contours—Polar CoordinatesExample: Helix0 BEGIN PGM HELIX MM1 BLK FORM 0.1 Z X+0 Y+0 Z-20Definition of workpiece blank

238 Programming: Programming Contours6.6 Path Contours—FK Free Contour Programming6.6 Path Contours—FK Free Contour ProgrammingFundamentalsWorkpiece

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2396.6 Path Contours—FK Free Contour ProgrammingThe following prerequisites for FK programming must be observedThe FK free contour

Changed functions with 340 49x-0324 Changed functions with 340 49x-03 In Cycle 22 you can now define a tool name also for the coarse roughing tool

240 Programming: Programming Contours6.6 Path Contours—FK Free Contour ProgrammingGraphics during FK programmingIncomplete coordinate data often is n

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2416.6 Path Contours—FK Free Contour ProgrammingConverting FK programs into HEIDENHAIN conversational formatThe TNC features two p

242 Programming: Programming Contours6.6 Path Contours—FK Free Contour ProgrammingInitiating the FK dialogIf you press the gray FK button, the TNC di

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2436.6 Path Contours—FK Free Contour ProgrammingPole for FK programmingU To display the soft keys for free contour programming, pr

244 Programming: Programming Contours6.6 Path Contours—FK Free Contour ProgrammingFree programming of circular arcsCircular arc without tangential co

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2456.6 Path Contours—FK Free Contour ProgrammingDirection and length of contour elementsExample NC blocksXYLENAN0°IANXY2535°12.545

246 Programming: Programming Contours6.6 Path Contours—FK Free Contour ProgrammingCircle center CC, radius and direction of rotation in the FC/FCT bl

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2476.6 Path Contours—FK Free Contour ProgrammingClosed contoursYou can identify the beginning and end of a closed contour with the

248 Programming: Programming Contours6.6 Path Contours—FK Free Contour ProgrammingAuxiliary pointsFor both free-programmed straight lines and free-pr

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2496.6 Path Contours—FK Free Contour ProgrammingRelative dataData whose values are based on another contour element are called rel

Changed functions with 340 49x-04HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 25Changed functions with 340 49x-04 DCM: Retraction after collision simplified (see "Colli

250 Programming: Programming Contours6.6 Path Contours—FK Free Contour ProgrammingData relative to block N: Direction and distance of the contour ele

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2516.6 Path Contours—FK Free Contour ProgrammingExample: FK programming 10 BEGIN PGM FK1 MM1 BLK FORM 0.1 Z X+0 Y+0 Z-20Definition

252 Programming: Programming Contours6.6 Path Contours—FK Free Contour ProgrammingExample: FK programming 20 BEGIN PGM FK2 MM1 BLK FORM 0.1 Z X+0 Y+0

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2536.6 Path Contours—FK Free Contour Programming8 APPR LCT X+0 Y+30 R5 RR F350Approach the contour on a circular arc with tangenti

254 Programming: Programming Contours6.6 Path Contours—FK Free Contour ProgrammingExample: FK programming 30 BEGIN PGM FK3 MM1 BLK FORM 0.1 Z X-45 Y-

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2556.6 Path Contours—FK Free Contour Programming7 APPR CT X-40 Y+0 CCA90 R+5 RL F250Approach the contour on a circular arc with ta

256 Programming: Programming Contours6.6 Path Contours—FK Free Contour Programming

Programming: Data Transfer from DXF Files

258 Programming: Data Transfer from DXF Files7.1 Processing DXF Files (Software Option)7.1 Processing DXF Files (Software Option)FunctionDXF files cr

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2597.1 Processing DXF Files (Software Option)Opening a DXF fileU Select the Programming and Editing operating modeU Call the file

Changed functions with 340 49x-0526 Changed functions with 340 49x-05 GS global program settings: Form was redesigned (see "Global Program Set

260 Programming: Data Transfer from DXF Files7.1 Processing DXF Files (Software Option)Basic settingsThe third soft-key row has various possibilities

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2617.1 Processing DXF Files (Software Option)The mode for point transfer on circles and circle segments determines whether the TNC

262 Programming: Data Transfer from DXF Files7.1 Processing DXF Files (Software Option)Layer settingsAs a rule, DXF files contain multiple layers, wi

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2637.1 Processing DXF Files (Software Option)Specifying the reference pointThe datum of the drawing for the DXF file is not always

264 Programming: Data Transfer from DXF Files7.1 Processing DXF Files (Software Option)Selecting a reference point on a single elementU Select the mo

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2657.1 Processing DXF Files (Software Option)Selecting and saving a contourU Select the mode for choosing a contour. The TNC hides

266 Programming: Data Transfer from DXF Files7.1 Processing DXF Files (Software Option)U To save the selected contour elements in a plain-language pr

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2677.1 Processing DXF Files (Software Option)Dividing, extending and shortening contour elementsIf contour elements to be selected

268 Programming: Data Transfer from DXF Files7.1 Processing DXF Files (Software Option)Selecting and storing machining positionsThree possibilities a

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2697.1 Processing DXF Files (Software Option)Individual selectionU Select the mode for choosing a machining position. The TNC hide

Changed functions 340 49x-06HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 27Changed functions 340 49x-06 Q parameter programming: In the FN20 function WAIT FOR you can now en

270 Programming: Data Transfer from DXF Files7.1 Processing DXF Files (Software Option)Quick selection of hole positions in an area defined by the mo

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2717.1 Processing DXF Files (Software Option)Quick selection of hole positions by entering a diameterU Select the mode for choosin

272 Programming: Data Transfer from DXF Files7.1 Processing DXF Files (Software Option)Filter settingsAfter you have used the quick selection functio

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2737.1 Processing DXF Files (Software Option)Element informationAt the bottom left of the screen, the TNC displays the coordinates

274 Programming: Data Transfer from DXF Files7.1 Processing DXF Files (Software Option)Zoom functionThe TNC features a powerful zoom function for eas

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 275Programming: Subprograms and Program Section Repeats

276 Programming: Subprograms and Program Section Repeats8.1 Labeling Subprograms and Program Section Repeats8.1 Labeling Subprograms and Program Sect

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2778.2 Subprograms8.2 SubprogramsOperating sequence1 The TNC executes the part program up to the block in which a subprogram is ca

278 Programming: Subprograms and Program Section Repeats8.2 SubprogramsCalling a subprogramU To call a subprogram, press the LBL CALL key.U Call subp

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2798.3 Program Section Repeats8.3 Program Section RepeatsLabel LBLThe beginning of a program section repeat is marked by the label

Changed functions 340 49x-0628

280 Programming: Subprograms and Program Section Repeats8.4 Separate Program as Subprogram8.4 Separate Program as SubprogramOperating sequence1 The T

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2818.4 Separate Program as SubprogramThe program you are calling must be stored on the hard disk of your TNC.You need only enter t

282 Programming: Subprograms and Program Section Repeats8.5 Nesting8.5 NestingTypes of nesting Subprograms within a subprogram Program section repe

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2838.5 NestingSubprogram within a subprogramExample NC blocksProgram execution1 Main program SUBPGMS is executed up to block 17.2

284 Programming: Subprograms and Program Section Repeats8.5 NestingRepeating program section repeatsExample NC blocksProgram execution1 Main program

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2858.5 NestingRepeating a subprogramExample NC blocksProgram execution1 Main program UPGREP is executed up to block 11.2 Subprogra

286 Programming: Subprograms and Program Section Repeats8.6 Programming Examples8.6 Programming ExamplesExample: Milling a contour in several infeeds

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2878.6 Programming Examples7 LBL 1Set label for program section repeat8 L IZ-4 R0 FMAXInfeed depth in incremental values (in space

288 Programming: Subprograms and Program Section Repeats8.6 Programming ExamplesExample: Groups of holesProgram sequence Approach the groups of hole

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2898.6 Programming Examples6 L X+15 Y+10 R0 FMAX M3Move to starting point for group 17 CALL LBL 1Call the subprogram for the group

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 29Table of ContentsFirst Steps with the iTNC 5301Introduction2Programming: Fundamentals, File Management3Programming: Programming

290 Programming: Subprograms and Program Section Repeats8.6 Programming ExamplesExample: Group of holes with several toolsProgram sequence Program t

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2918.6 Programming Examples7 L Z+250 R0 FMAX M6Tool change8 TOOL CALL 2 Z S4000Call tool: drill9 FN 0: Q201 = -25New depth for dri

292 Programming: Subprograms and Program Section Repeats8.6 Programming Examples

Programming: Q Parameters

294 Programming: Q Parameters9.1 Principle and Overview9.1 Principle and OverviewYou can program entire families of parts in a single part program. Y

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2959.1 Principle and OverviewQS parameters (the S stands for string) are also available on the TNC and enable you to process texts

296 Programming: Q Parameters9.1 Principle and OverviewProgramming notesYou can mix Q parameters and fixed numerical values within a program.Q parame

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2979.1 Principle and OverviewCalling Q-parameter functionsWhen you are writing a part program, press the “Q” key (in the numeric k

298 Programming: Q Parameters9.2 Part Families—Q Parameters in Place of Numerical Values9.2 Part Families—Q Parameters in Place of Numerical ValuesFu

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 2999.3 Describing Contours through Mathematical Operations9.3 Describing Contours through Mathematical OperationsFunctionThe Q par

Tool functionsProgramming path movementsSpecial functions / smarT.NCCoordinate axes and numbers: Entering and editingKey FunctionDefine tool data in t

300 Programming: Q Parameters9.3 Describing Contours through Mathematical OperationsProgramming fundamental operationsExample:Call the Q parameter fu

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 3019.4 Trigonometric Functions9.4 Trigonometric FunctionsDefinitionsSine, cosine and tangent are terms designating the ratios of s

302 Programming: Q Parameters9.4 Trigonometric FunctionsProgramming trigonometric functionsPress the ANGLE FUNCTION soft key to call the trigonometri

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 3039.5 Circle Calculations9.5 Circle CalculationsFunctionThe TNC can use the functions for calculating circles to calculate the ci

304 Programming: Q Parameters9.6 If-Then Decisions with Q Parameters9.6 If-Then Decisions with Q ParametersFunctionThe TNC can make logical If-Then d

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 3059.6 If-Then Decisions with Q ParametersProgramming If-Then decisionsPress the JUMP soft key to call the If-Then conditions. The

306 Programming: Q Parameters9.7 Checking and Changing Q Parameters9.7 Checking and Changing Q ParametersProcedureYou can check and edit Q parameters

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 3079.8 Additional Functions9.8 Additional FunctionsOverviewPress the DIVERSE FUNCTION soft key to call the additional functions. T

308 Programming: Q Parameters9.8 Additional FunctionsFN 14: ERROR: Displaying error messagesWith the function FN 14: ERROR you can call messages unde

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 3099.8 Additional Functions1016 Contradictory input1017 CYCL incomplete1018 Plane wrongly defined1019 Wrong axis programmed1020 Wr

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 311.1 Overview ... 581.2 Machine Switch-On ... 59Acknowledge the power interruption and move to the reference points ... 591

310 Programming: Q Parameters9.8 Additional Functions1042 Traverse direction not defined1043 No datum table active1044 Position error: center in axis

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 3119.8 Additional Functions1071 Missing calibration data1072 Tolerance exceeded1073 Block scan active1074 ORIENTATION not permitte

312 Programming: Q Parameters9.8 Additional FunctionsFN 15: PRINT: Output of texts or Q parameter valuesThe function FN 15: PRINT transfers Q paramet

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 3139.8 Additional FunctionsFN 16: F-PRINT: Formatted output of text and Q-parameter valuesThe function FN 16: F-PRINT transfers Q

314 Programming: Q Parameters9.8 Additional FunctionsThe following functions allow you to include the following additional information in the protoco

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 3159.8 Additional FunctionsIn the part program, program FN 16: F-PRINT to activate the output:The TNC then outputs the file PROT1.

316 Programming: Q Parameters9.8 Additional FunctionsDisplaying messages on the TNC screenYou can also use the function FN 16 to display any messages

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 3179.8 Additional FunctionsFN 18: SYS-DATUM READ: Read system dataWith the function FN 18: SYS-DATUM READ you can read system data

318 Programming: Q Parameters9.8 Additional Functions10 - Feed rate for milling in active fixed cycle11 - Direction of rotation for active fixed cycl

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 3199.8 Additional Functions24 Tool no. TS: Center misalignment in reference axis 25 Tool no. TS: Center misalignment in minor axis

32 2.1 The iTNC 530 ... 80Programming: HEIDENHAIN conversational, smarT.NC and ISO formats ... 80Compatibility ... 802.2 Visual Display Unit an

320 Programming: Q Parameters9.8 Additional Functions2 2 Y axis2 3 Z axis3 - Programmed feed rate (–1: no feed rate programmed)Active tool compensati

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 3219.8 Additional FunctionsActive datum shift, 220 2 1 X axis2 Y axis3 Z axis4 A axis5 B axis6 C axis7 U axis8 V axis9W axisTraver

322 Programming: Q Parameters9.8 Additional Functions9 W axisStatus of M128, 280 1 - 0: M128 inactive, value not equal to 0: M128 active2 - Feed rate

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 3239.8 Additional FunctionsExample: Assign the value of the active scaling factor for the Z axis to Q25.FN 19: PLC: Transfer value

324 Programming: Q Parameters9.8 Additional FunctionsFN 20: WAIT FOR: NC and PLC synchronizationWith the FN 20: WAIT FOR function you can synchronize

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 3259.8 Additional FunctionsThe following conditions are permitted in the FN 20 block:In addition, the FN20: WAIT FOR SYNC function

326 Programming: Q Parameters9.8 Additional FunctionsFN 25: PRESET: Setting a new datumWith the function FN 25: PRESET it is possible to set a new da

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 3279.9 Entering Formulas Directly9.9 Entering Formulas DirectlyEntering formulasYou can enter mathematical formulas that include s

328 Programming: Q Parameters9.9 Entering Formulas DirectlyArc tangentInverse of the tangent. Determines the angle from the ratio of the opposite to

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 3299.9 Entering Formulas DirectlyRules for formulasMathematical formulas are programmed according to the following rules:Higher-le

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 333.1 Fundamentals ... 102Position encoders and reference marks ... 102Reference system ... 102Reference system on milling m

330 Programming: Q Parameters9.9 Entering Formulas DirectlyProgramming exampleCalculate an angle with the arc tangent from the opposite side (Q12) an

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 3319.10 String Parameters9.10 String ParametersString processing functionsYou can use the QS parameters to create variable charac

332 Programming: Q Parameters9.10 String ParametersAssigning string parametersYou have to assign a string variable before you use it. Use the DECLARE

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 3339.10 String ParametersChain-linking string parametersWith the concatenation operator (string parameter ||) you can make a chain

334 Programming: Q Parameters9.10 String ParametersConverting a numerical value to a string parameter With the TOCHAR function, the TNC converts a nu

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 3359.10 String ParametersCopying a substring from a string parameter With the SUBSTR function you can copy a definable range from

336 Programming: Q Parameters9.10 String ParametersCopying system data to a string parameter With the SYSSTR function you can copy system data to a s

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 3379.10 String ParametersYou can use the following formats to display the date: 0: DD.MM.YYYY hh:mm:ss 1: D.MM.YYYY h:mm:ss 2:

338 Programming: Q Parameters9.10 String ParametersConverting a string parameter to a numerical value The TONUMB function converts a string parameter

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 3399.10 String ParametersChecking a string parameter With the INSTR function you can check whether a string parameter is contained

34 4.1 Adding Comments ... 146Function ... 146Entering comments during programming ... 146Inserting comments after program entry ... 146Enter

340 Programming: Q Parameters9.10 String ParametersFinding the length of a string parameterThe STRLEN function returns the length of the text saved i

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 3419.10 String ParametersComparing alphabetic priorityWith the STRCOMP function you can compare string parameters for alphabetic p

342 Programming: Q Parameters9.11 Preassigned Q Parameters9.11 Preassigned Q ParametersThe Q parameters Q100 to Q199 are assigned values by the TNC.

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 3439.11 Preassigned Q ParametersTool axis: Q109The value of Q109 depends on the current tool axis:Spindle status: Q110The value of

344 Programming: Q Parameters9.11 Preassigned Q ParametersUnit of measurement for dimensions in the program: Q113During nesting the PGM CALL, the val

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 3459.11 Preassigned Q ParametersDeviation between actual value and nominal value during automatic tool measurement with the TT 130

346 Programming: Q Parameters9.11 Preassigned Q ParametersMeasurement results from touch probe cycles (see also User’s Manual for Touch Probe Cycles)

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 3479.11 Preassigned Q ParametersWorkpiece status Parameter valueGood Q180Rework Q181Scrap Q182Measured deviation with Cycle 440 Pa

348 Programming: Q Parameters9.12 Programming Examples9.12 Programming ExamplesExample: EllipseProgram sequence The contour of the ellipse is approx

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 3499.12 Programming Examples18 L Z+100 R0 FMAX M2Retract in the tool axis, end program19 LBL 10Subprogram 10: Machining operation2

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 355.1 Entering Tool-Related Data ... 168Feed rate F ... 168Spindle speed S ... 1695.2 Tool Data ... 170Requirements for to

350 Programming: Q Parameters9.12 Programming ExamplesExample: Concave cylinder machined with spherical cutterProgram sequence This program function

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 3519.12 Programming Examples20 L Z+100 R0 FMAX M2Retract in the tool axis, end program21 LBL 10Subprogram 10: Machining operation2

352 Programming: Q Parameters9.12 Programming ExamplesExample: Convex sphere machined with end millProgram sequence This program requires an end mil

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 3539.12 Programming Examples17 CALL LBL 10Call machining operation18 Q10 = +0Reset allowance19 Q18 = +5Angle increment in the X/Y

354 Programming: Q Parameters9.12 Programming Examples39 LBL 240 LP PR+Q6 PA+Q24 FQ12Move upward in an approximated “arc”41 Q24 = +Q24 - +Q14Update s

Programming: Miscellaneous Functions

356 Programming: Miscellaneous Functions10.1 Entering Miscellaneous Functions M and STOP10.1 Entering Miscellaneous Functions M and STOPFundamentalsW

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 35710.2 Miscellaneous Functions for Program Run Control, Spindle and Coolant10.2 Miscellaneous Functions for Program Run Control,

358 Programming: Miscellaneous Functions10.3 Miscellaneous Functions for Coordinate Data10.3 Miscellaneous Functions for Coordinate DataProgramming m

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 35910.3 Miscellaneous Functions for Coordinate DataBehavior with M92—Additional machine datumIf you want the coordinates in a posi

36 6.1 Tool Movements ... 204Path functions ... 204FK free contour programming ... 204Miscellaneous functions M ... 204Subprograms and progra

360 Programming: Miscellaneous Functions10.3 Miscellaneous Functions for Coordinate DataActivating the most recently entered datum: M104FunctionWhen

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 36110.4 Miscellaneous Functions for Contouring Behavior10.4 Miscellaneous Functions for Contouring BehaviorSmoothing corners: M90S

362 Programming: Miscellaneous Functions10.4 Miscellaneous Functions for Contouring BehaviorDo not include points when executing non-compensated line

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 36310.4 Miscellaneous Functions for Contouring BehaviorMachining small contour steps: M97Standard behaviorThe TNC inserts a transi

364 Programming: Miscellaneous Functions10.4 Miscellaneous Functions for Contouring BehaviorExample NC blocks5 TOOL CALL 20 ...Tool with large tool r

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 36510.4 Miscellaneous Functions for Contouring BehaviorMachining open contours corners: M98Standard behaviorThe TNC calculates the

366 Programming: Miscellaneous Functions10.4 Miscellaneous Functions for Contouring BehaviorFeed rate factor for plunging movements: M103Standard beh

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 36710.4 Miscellaneous Functions for Contouring BehaviorFeed rate in millimeters per spindle revolution: M136Standard behaviorThe T

368 Programming: Miscellaneous Functions10.4 Miscellaneous Functions for Contouring BehaviorFeed rate for circular arcs: M109/M110/M111Standard behav

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 36910.4 Miscellaneous Functions for Contouring BehaviorCalculating the radius-compensated path in advance (LOOK AHEAD): M120Standa

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 376.6 Path Contours—FK Free Contour Programming ... 238Fundamentals ... 238Graphics during FK programming ... 240Converting

370 Programming: Miscellaneous Functions10.4 Miscellaneous Functions for Contouring BehaviorRestrictions After an external or internal stop, you can

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 37110.4 Miscellaneous Functions for Contouring BehaviorSuperimposing handwheel positioning during program run: M118Standard behavi

372 Programming: Miscellaneous Functions10.4 Miscellaneous Functions for Contouring BehaviorRetraction from the contour in the tool-axis direction: M

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 37310.4 Miscellaneous Functions for Contouring BehaviorSuppressing touch probe monitoring: M141Standard behaviorWhen the stylus is

374 Programming: Miscellaneous Functions10.4 Miscellaneous Functions for Contouring BehaviorDelete modal program information: M142Standard behaviorTh

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 37510.4 Miscellaneous Functions for Contouring BehaviorAutomatically retract tool from the contour at an NC stop: M148Standard beh

376 Programming: Miscellaneous Functions10.4 Miscellaneous Functions for Contouring BehaviorSuppress limit switch message: M150Standard behaviorThe T

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 37710.5 Miscellaneous Functions for Laser Cutting Machines10.5 Miscellaneous Functions for Laser Cutting MachinesPrincipleThe TNC

378 Programming: Miscellaneous Functions10.5 Miscellaneous Functions for Laser Cutting MachinesOutput voltage as a function of speed: M202Behavior wi

Programming: Special Functions

38 7.1 Processing DXF Files (Software Option) ... 258Function ... 258Opening a DXF file ... 259Basic settings ... 260Layer settings ... 262

380 Programming: Special Functions11.1 Overview of Special Functions11.1 Overview of Special FunctionsThe TNC provides the following powerful special

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 38111.1 Overview of Special FunctionsProgram defaults menuU Select the program defaults menuFunctions for contour and point machin

382 Programming: Special Functions11.1 Overview of Special FunctionsMenu of various conversational functionsU Select the menu for defining various pl

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 38311.2 Dynamic Collision Monitoring (Software Option)11.2 Dynamic Collision Monitoring (Software Option)FunctionThe machine manuf

384 Programming: Special Functions11.2 Dynamic Collision Monitoring (Software Option)Keep these constraints in mind: DCM helps to reduce the danger

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 38511.2 Dynamic Collision Monitoring (Software Option)Collision monitoring in the manual operating modesIn the Manual and Electron

386 Programming: Special Functions11.2 Dynamic Collision Monitoring (Software Option)Collision monitoring in Automatic operationThe TNC monitors moti

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 38711.2 Dynamic Collision Monitoring (Software Option)Graphic depiction of the protected space (FCL4 function)You can use the spli

388 Programming: Special Functions11.2 Dynamic Collision Monitoring (Software Option)Collision monitoring in the Test Run mode of operationFunctionWi

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 38911.3 Fixture Monitoring (Software Option)11.3 Fixture Monitoring (Software Option)FundamentalsUsing the fixture management in t

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 398.1 Labeling Subprograms and Program Section Repeats ... 276Labels ... 2768.2 Subprograms ... 277Operating sequence ...

390 Programming: Special Functions11.3 Fixture Monitoring (Software Option)Fixture templatesHEIDENHAIN provides various fixture templates in a fixtur

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 39111.3 Fixture Monitoring (Software Option)Operating FixtureWizardFixtureWizard is operated primarily with the mouse. You can cha

392 Programming: Special Functions11.3 Fixture Monitoring (Software Option)Placing the fixture on the machineU Call the fixture managementU Select th

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 39311.3 Fixture Monitoring (Software Option)Editing fixturesU Call the fixture managementU Use the mouse or the arrow keys to sele

394 Programming: Special Functions11.3 Fixture Monitoring (Software Option)Check the position of the measured fixtureTo inspect measured fixtures, yo

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 39511.3 Fixture Monitoring (Software Option)U Set-up clearance:Setup clearance to the measuring point that the TNC should maintain

396 Programming: Special Functions11.3 Fixture Monitoring (Software Option)Manage fixturesYou can save and restore measured fixtures via the Archive

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 39711.3 Fixture Monitoring (Software Option)Save fixtureU Call the fixture management, if requiredU With the arrow keys, choose th

398 Programming: Special Functions11.4 Tool Holder Management (DCM Software Option)11.4 Tool Holder Management (DCM Software Option)FundamentalsJust

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 39911.4 Tool Holder Management (DCM Software Option)Set the tool holder parameters: ToolHolderWizardWith the ToolHolderWizard you

40 9.1 Principle and Overview ... 294Programming notes ... 296Calling Q-parameter functions ... 2979.2 Part Families—Q Parameters in Place of N

400 Programming: Special Functions11.4 Tool Holder Management (DCM Software Option)Removing a tool holderU Delete the name of the tool holder from th

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 40111.5 Global Program Settings (Software Option)11.5 Global Program Settings (Software Option)FunctionThe global program settings

402 Programming: Special Functions11.5 Global Program Settings (Software Option)You cannot use the following global program run settings if you have

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 40311.5 Global Program Settings (Software Option)Technical prerequisitesTo be able to use the handwheel superimposition function,

404 Programming: Special Functions11.5 Global Program Settings (Software Option)Activating/deactivating a functionU Select the Program Run or Manual

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 40511.5 Global Program Settings (Software Option)The following functions help you to navigate in the form. You can also use the mo

406 Programming: Special Functions11.5 Global Program Settings (Software Option)Basic rotationThe basic rotation function enables you to compensate a

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 40711.5 Global Program Settings (Software Option)Swapping axesWith the axis swapping function you can adapt the axes programmed in

408 Programming: Special Functions11.5 Global Program Settings (Software Option)Superimposed mirroringWith the superimposed mirroring function you ca

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 40911.5 Global Program Settings (Software Option)Axis lockingWith this function you can lock all active axes. Then when you run a

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 419.10 String Parameters ... 331String processing functions ... 331Assigning string parameters ... 332Chain-linking string

410 Programming: Special Functions11.5 Global Program Settings (Software Option)Handwheel superimpositionThe handwheel superimposition function enabl

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 41111.5 Global Program Settings (Software Option)Virtual axis VTYou can also carry out handwheel superimpositioning in the current

412 Programming: Special Functions11.6 Adaptive Feed Control Software Option (AFC)11.6 Adaptive Feed Control Software Option (AFC)ApplicationIn adapt

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 41311.6 Adaptive Feed Control Software Option (AFC)Adaptive feed control (AFC) offers the following benefits: Machining time is o

414 Programming: Special Functions11.6 Adaptive Feed Control Software Option (AFC)Defining the AFC basic settingsYou enter the settings for the TNC f

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 41511.6 Adaptive Feed Control Software Option (AFC)Proceed as follows to create the AFC.TAB file (only necessary if the file does

416 Programming: Special Functions11.6 Adaptive Feed Control Software Option (AFC)Recording a teach-in cutIn a teach-in cut, first the TNC copies for

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 41711.6 Adaptive Feed Control Software Option (AFC)Remember the following before you record a teach-in cut: If required, adapt th

418 Programming: Special Functions11.6 Adaptive Feed Control Software Option (AFC)Proceed as follows to select and, if required, edit the <name>

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 41911.6 Adaptive Feed Control Software Option (AFC)Activating/deactivating AFCU Select the Program Run, Full Sequence operating mo

42 10.1 Entering Miscellaneous Functions M and STOP ... 356Fundamentals ... 35610.2 Miscellaneous Functions for Program Run Control, Spindle and

420 Programming: Special Functions11.6 Adaptive Feed Control Software Option (AFC)Log fileIn a teach-in cut, the TNC saves for each machining step re

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 42111.6 Adaptive Feed Control Software Option (AFC)Proceed as follows to select the <name>.H.AFC2.DEP file:U Select the Prog

422 Programming: Special Functions11.6 Adaptive Feed Control Software Option (AFC)Tool breakage/tool wear monitoringWith the breakage/wear monitor, a

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 42311.7 Generate a Backward Program11.7 Generate a Backward ProgramFunctionWith this TNC function you can reverse the machining di

424 Programming: Special Functions11.7 Generate a Backward ProgramPrerequisites for the program to be convertedThe TNC reverses the sequence of all p

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 42511.7 Generate a Backward ProgramApplication exampleThe contour CONT1.H is to be milled in several infeeds. The TNC generates th

426 Programming: Special Functions11.8 Filtering Contours (FCL 2 Function)11.8 Filtering Contours (FCL 2 Function)FunctionWith this TNC function you

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 42711.9 File Functions11.9 File FunctionsApplicationWith the FILE FUNCTION feature you can copy, move and delete files from within

428 Programming: Special Functions11.10 Defining Coordinate Transformations11.10 Defining Coordinate TransformationsOverviewAs an alternative to the

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 42911.10 Defining Coordinate TransformationsTRANS DATUM TABLEYou can define a datum shift by selecting a datum number from a datum

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 4311.1 Overview of Special Functions ... 380Main menu for SPEC FCT special functions ... 380Program defaults menu ... 381Fun

430 Programming: Special Functions11.11 Creating Text Files11.11 Creating Text FilesApplicationYou can use the TNC’s text editor to write and edit te

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 43111.11 Creating Text FilesEditing textsThe first line of the text editor is an information headline displaying the file name, an

432 Programming: Special Functions11.11 Creating Text FilesDeleting and inserting characters, words and linesWith the text editor, you can erase word

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 43311.11 Creating Text FilesEditing text blocksYou can copy and erase text blocks of any size, and insert them at other locations.

434 Programming: Special Functions11.11 Creating Text FilesFinding text sectionsWith the text editor, you can search for words or character strings i

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 43511.12 Working with Cutting Data Tables11.12 Working with Cutting Data Ta b l e sNoteApplicationsIn cutting data tables containi

436 Programming: Special Functions11.12 Working with Cutting Data TablesTable for workpiece materialsWorkpiece materials are defined in the table WMA

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 43711.12 Working with Cutting Data TablesTable for tool cutting materialsTool cutting materials are defined in the TMAT.TAB table.

438 Programming: Special Functions11.12 Working with Cutting Data TablesCreating a new cutting data tableU Select the Programming and Editing mode of

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 43911.12 Working with Cutting Data TablesWorking with automatic speed / feed rate calculation1 If it has not already been entered,

44 11.6 Adaptive Feed Control Software Option (AFC) ... 412Application ... 412Defining the AFC basic settings ... 414Recording a teach-in cut .

440 Programming: Special Functions11.12 Working with Cutting Data TablesData transfer from cutting data tablesIf you output a file type .TAB or .CDT

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 44111.13 Freely Definable Tables11.13 Freely Definable TablesFundamentalsIn freely definable tables you can read and save any info

442 Programming: Special Functions11.13 Freely Definable TablesEditing the table formatU Press the EDIT FORMAT soft key (2nd soft-key level). The TNC

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 44311.13 Freely Definable TablesSwitching between table and form viewAll tables with the file extension .TAB can be opened in eith

444 Programming: Special Functions11.13 Freely Definable TablesFN26: TABOPEN: Opening a freely definable tableWith FN 26: TABOPEN you can define a ta

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 44511.13 Freely Definable TablesFN28: TABREAD: Reading a freely definable tableAfter you have opened a table with FN26: TABOPEN, y

446 Programming: Special Functions11.13 Freely Definable Tables

Programming: Multiple Axis Machining

448 Programming: Multiple Axis Machining12.1 Functions for Multiple Axis Machining12.1 Functions for Multiple Axis MachiningThe TNC functions for mul

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 44912.2 The PLANE Function: Tilting the Working Plane (Software Option 1)12.2 The PLANE Function: Tilting the Working Plane (Softw

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 4511.13 Freely Definable Tables ... 441Fundamentals ... 441Creating a freely definable table ... 441Editing the table format

450 Programming: Multiple Axis Machining12.2 The PLANE Function: Tilting the Working Plane (Software Option 1)In order to make the differences betwee

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 45112.2 The PLANE Function: Tilting the Working Plane (Software Option 1)Define the PLANE functionU Show the soft-key row with spe

452 Programming: Multiple Axis Machining12.2 The PLANE Function: Tilting the Working Plane (Software Option 1)Reset the PLANE functionU Show the soft

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 45312.2 The PLANE Function: Tilting the Working Plane (Software Option 1)Defining the machining plane with space angles: PLANE SPA

454 Programming: Multiple Axis Machining12.2 The PLANE Function: Tilting the Working Plane (Software Option 1)Input parametersU Spatial angle A?: Rot

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 45512.2 The PLANE Function: Tilting the Working Plane (Software Option 1)Defining the machining plane with projection angles: PROJ

456 Programming: Multiple Axis Machining12.2 The PLANE Function: Tilting the Working Plane (Software Option 1)Input parametersU Proj. angle 1st coord

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 45712.2 The PLANE Function: Tilting the Working Plane (Software Option 1)Defining the machining plane with Euler angles: EULER PLA

458 Programming: Multiple Axis Machining12.2 The PLANE Function: Tilting the Working Plane (Software Option 1)Input parametersU Rot. angle main coord

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 45912.2 The PLANE Function: Tilting the Working Plane (Software Option 1)Defining the working plane with two vectors: VECTOR PLANE

46 12.1 Functions for Multiple Axis Machining ... 44812.2 The PLANE Function: Tilting the Working Plane (Software Option 1) ... 449Introduction .

460 Programming: Multiple Axis Machining12.2 The PLANE Function: Tilting the Working Plane (Software Option 1)Input parametersU X component of base v

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 46112.2 The PLANE Function: Tilting the Working Plane (Software Option 1)Defining the machining plane via three points: PLANE POIN

462 Programming: Multiple Axis Machining12.2 The PLANE Function: Tilting the Working Plane (Software Option 1)Input parametersU X coordinate of 1st p

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 46312.2 The PLANE Function: Tilting the Working Plane (Software Option 1)Defining the Machining Plane with a Single, Incremental S

464 Programming: Multiple Axis Machining12.2 The PLANE Function: Tilting the Working Plane (Software Option 1)Tilting the working plane through axis

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 46512.2 The PLANE Function: Tilting the Working Plane (Software Option 1)Input parametersU Axis angle A?: Axis angle to which the

466 Programming: Multiple Axis Machining12.2 The PLANE Function: Tilting the Working Plane (Software Option 1)Specifying the positioning behavior of

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 46712.2 The PLANE Function: Tilting the Working Plane (Software Option 1)U Dist. tool tip – center of rot. (incremental): The TNC

468 Programming: Multiple Axis Machining12.2 The PLANE Function: Tilting the Working Plane (Software Option 1)Positioning the rotary axes in a separa

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 46912.2 The PLANE Function: Tilting the Working Plane (Software Option 1)Selection of alternate tilting possibilities: SEQ +/– (en

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 4712.6 Three-Dimensional Tool Compensation (Software Option 2) ... 487Introduction ... 487Definition of a normalized vector ..

470 Programming: Multiple Axis Machining12.2 The PLANE Function: Tilting the Working Plane (Software Option 1)Example for a machine with a rotary tab

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 47112.3 Inclined-Tool Machining in the Tilted Plane12.3 Inclined-Tool Machining in the Tilted PlaneFunctionIn combination with M12

472 Programming: Multiple Axis Machining12.3 Inclined-Tool Machining in the Tilted PlaneInclined-tool machining via normal vectors U Retract the tool

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 47312.4 TCPM FUNCTION (Software Option 2)12.4 TCPM FUNCTION (Software Option 2)FunctionTCPM FUNCTION is an improvement on the M128

474 Programming: Multiple Axis Machining12.4 TCPM FUNCTION (Software Option 2)Define TCPM FUNCTIONU Press the Special Functions key.U Press the Progr

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 47512.4 TCPM FUNCTION (Software Option 2)Interpretation of the programmed rotary axis coordinates Up to now, machines with 45° swi

476 Programming: Multiple Axis Machining12.4 TCPM FUNCTION (Software Option 2)Type of interpolation between the starting and end positionThe TNC prov

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 47712.4 TCPM FUNCTION (Software Option 2)Reset TCPM FUNCTIONU FUNCTION RESET TCPM is to be used if you want to purposely reset the

478 Programming: Multiple Axis Machining12.5 Miscellaneous Functions for Rotary Axes12.5 Miscellaneous Functions for Rotary AxesFeed rate in mm/min o

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 47912.5 Miscellaneous Functions for Rotary AxesShorter-path traverse of rotary axes: M126Standard behaviorThe standard behavior of

48 13.1 Pallet Editor ... 502Application ... 502Selecting a pallet table ... 504Leaving the pallet file ... 504Pallet datum management with t

480 Programming: Multiple Axis Machining12.5 Miscellaneous Functions for Rotary AxesReducing display of a rotary axis to a value less than 360°: M94S

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 48112.5 Miscellaneous Functions for Rotary AxesAutomatic compensation of machine geometry when working with tilted axes: M114 (sof

482 Programming: Multiple Axis Machining12.5 Miscellaneous Functions for Rotary AxesMaintaining the position of the tool tip when positioning with ti

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 48312.5 Miscellaneous Functions for Rotary AxesM128 on tilting tablesIf you program a tilting table movement while M128 is active,

484 Programming: Multiple Axis Machining12.5 Miscellaneous Functions for Rotary AxesOverlap between M128 and M114M128 is a new development of functio

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 48512.5 Miscellaneous Functions for Rotary AxesExact stop at corners with nontangential transitions: M134Standard behaviorThe stan

486 Programming: Multiple Axis Machining12.5 Miscellaneous Functions for Rotary AxesCompensating the machine’s kinematics configuration for ACTUAL/NO

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 48712.6 Three-Dimensional Tool Compensation (Software Option 2)12.6 Three-Dimensional Tool Compensation (Software Option 2)Introdu

488 Programming: Multiple Axis Machining12.6 Three-Dimensional Tool Compensation (Software Option 2)Definition of a normalized vectorA normalized vec

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 48912.6 Three-Dimensional Tool Compensation (Software Option 2)Permissible tool formsYou can describe the permissible tool shapes

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 4914.1 Switch-On, Switch-Off ... 522Switch-on ... 522Switch-off ... 52514.2 Moving the Machine Axes ... 526Note ... 526M

490 Programming: Multiple Axis Machining12.6 Three-Dimensional Tool Compensation (Software Option 2)3-D compensation without tool orientationThe TNC

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 49112.6 Three-Dimensional Tool Compensation (Software Option 2)Example: Block format with surface-normal vectors without tool orie

492 Programming: Multiple Axis Machining12.6 Three-Dimensional Tool Compensation (Software Option 2)Peripheral milling: 3-D radius compensation with

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 49312.6 Three-Dimensional Tool Compensation (Software Option 2)There are two ways to define the tool orientation: In an LN block

494 Programming: Multiple Axis Machining12.6 Three-Dimensional Tool Compensation (Software Option 2)3-D tool radius compensation depending on the too

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 49512.6 Three-Dimensional Tool Compensation (Software Option 2)Compensation-value tableIf you wish to create and fill the compensa

496 Programming: Multiple Axis Machining12.6 Three-Dimensional Tool Compensation (Software Option 2)FunctionIf you are executing a program with surfa

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 49712.6 Three-Dimensional Tool Compensation (Software Option 2)NC Program3D-ToolComp works only with programs that contain a surfa

498 Programming: Multiple Axis Machining12.7 Contour Movements — Spline Interpolation (Software Option 2)12.7 Contour Movements — Spline Interpolatio

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 49912.7 Contour Movements — Spline Interpolation (Software Option 2)The TNC executes the spline block according to the following t

About this ManualHEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 5About this ManualThe symbols used in this manual are described below.Would you like any changes, or have you fo

50 14.8 Datum Setting with a 3-D Touch Probe ... 563Overview ... 563Datum setting in any axis ... 563Corner as datum—using points that were alr

500 Programming: Multiple Axis Machining12.7 Contour Movements — Spline Interpolation (Software Option 2)

Programming: Pallet Editor

502 Programming: Pallet Editor13.1 Pallet Editor13.1 Pallet EditorApplicationPallet tables are used for machining centers with pallet changers: The p

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 50313.1 Pallet Editor X, Y, Z (entry optional, other axes also possible):For pallet names, the programmed coordinates are referen

504 Programming: Pallet Editor13.1 Pallet EditorSelecting a pallet tableU Call the file manager in the Programming and Editing or Program Run mode: P

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 50513.1 Pallet EditorPallet datum management with the pallet preset tableA preset table for managing pallet datums is available in

506 Programming: Pallet Editor13.1 Pallet EditorWorking with the pallet preset tableIf your machine tool builder has enabled the pallet preset table,

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 50713.1 Pallet EditorExecuting the pallet fileU Select the file manager in the Program Run, Full Sequence or Program Run, Single B

508 Programming: Pallet Editor13.2 Pallet Operation with Tool-Oriented Machining13.2 Pallet Operation with Tool-Oriented MachiningApplicationPallet t

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 50913.2 Pallet Operation with Tool-Oriented Machining PALPRESET (entry optional):Preset number from the pallet preset table. The

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 5115.1 Programming and Executing Simple Machining Operations ... 580Positioning with Manual Data Input (MDI) ... 580Protecting

510 Programming: Pallet Editor13.2 Pallet Operation with Tool-Oriented MachiningWith the arrow keys and ENT, select the position that you wish to con

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 51113.2 Pallet Operation with Tool-Oriented MachiningEditing function in entry-form mode Soft keySelect previous palletSelect next

512 Programming: Pallet Editor13.2 Pallet Operation with Tool-Oriented MachiningDelete fixtureDelete workpieceDelete buffer memory contentsTool-optim

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 51313.2 Pallet Operation with Tool-Oriented MachiningSelecting a pallet fileU Call the file manager in the Programming and Editing

514 Programming: Pallet Editor13.2 Pallet Operation with Tool-Oriented MachiningSetting up the pallet level Pallet ID: The pallet name is displayed

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 51513.2 Pallet Operation with Tool-Oriented MachiningSetting up the fixture level Fixture: The number of the fixture is displayed

516 Programming: Pallet Editor13.2 Pallet Operation with Tool-Oriented MachiningSetting up details in the fixture level Fixture: The number of the f

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 51713.2 Pallet Operation with Tool-Oriented MachiningSetting up the workpiece level Workpiece: The number of the workpiece is dis

518 Programming: Pallet Editor13.2 Pallet Operation with Tool-Oriented MachiningSequence of tool-oriented machining The entry TO or CTO in the Metho

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 51913.2 Pallet Operation with Tool-Oriented Machining If the entries TO or CTO for all workpieces within a group contain the stat

52 16.1 Graphics ... 586Application ... 586Overview of display modes ... 588Plan view ... 588Projection in 3 planes ... 5893-D view ... 5

520 Programming: Pallet Editor13.2 Pallet Operation with Tool-Oriented MachiningScreen layout for executing pallet tablesYou can have the TNC display

Manual Operation and Setup

522 Manual Operation and Setup14.1 Switch-On, Switch-Off14.1 Switch-On, Switch-OffSwitch-onSwitch on the power supply for control and machine. The TN

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 52314.1 Switch-On, Switch-OffThe TNC is now ready for operation in the Manual Operation mode.If your machine is equipped with abso

524 Manual Operation and Setup14.1 Switch-On, Switch-OffCrossing the reference point in a tilted working planeThe reference point of a tilted coordin

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 52514.1 Switch-On, Switch-OffSwitch-offTo prevent data from being lost at switch-off, you need to shut down the operating system o

526 Manual Operation and Setup14.2 Moving the Machine Axes14.2 Moving the Machine AxesNoteMoving the axis using the machine axis direction buttonsSel

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 52714.2 Moving the Machine AxesIncremental jog positioningWith incremental jog positioning you can move a machine axis by a preset

528 Manual Operation and Setup14.2 Moving the Machine AxesTraversing with electronic handwheelsThe iTNC supports traversing with the following new el

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 52914.2 Moving the Machine AxesAs soon as you have activated the handwheel with the handwheel activation key, the operating panel

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 5317.1 Selecting MOD Functions ... 618Selecting the MOD functions ... 618Changing the settings ... 618Exiting the MOD functi

530 Manual Operation and Setup14.2 Moving the Machine AxesHandwheel displayThe handwheel display (see image) consists of a header and 6 status lines

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 53114.2 Moving the Machine AxesSpecial features of the HR 550 FS wireless handwheel1Due to various potential sources of interferen

532 Manual Operation and Setup14.2 Moving the Machine AxesThe HR 550 FS wireless handwheel features a rechargeable battery. The battery is recharged

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 53314.2 Moving the Machine AxesIf the TNC has triggered an emergency stop you must reactivate the handwheel. Proceed as follows:U

534 Manual Operation and Setup14.2 Moving the Machine AxesMoving the axesActivate the handwheel: Press the handwheel key on the HR 5xx: Now you can o

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 53514.2 Moving the Machine AxesPotentiometer settingsThe potentiometers of the machine operating panel continue to be active after

536 Manual Operation and Setup14.2 Moving the Machine AxesEntering the spindle speed SU Press the handwheel soft key F3 (MSF).U Press the handwheel s

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 53714.2 Moving the Machine AxesGenerating a complete L BlockU Select the Positioning with MDI operating modeU If required, use the

538 Manual Operation and Setup14.3 Spindle Speed S, Feed Rate F and Miscellaneous Functions M14.3 Spindle Speed S, Feed Rate F and Miscellaneous Func

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 53914.3 Spindle Speed S, Feed Rate F and Miscellaneous Functions MChanging the spindle speed and feed rateWith the override knobs

54 17.14 Entering the Axis Traverse Limits, Datum Display ... 647Application ... 647Working without additional traverse limits ... 647Find and

540 Manual Operation and Setup14.4 Datum Setting without a 3-D Touch Probe14.4 Datum Setting without a 3-D Touch ProbeNoteYou fix a datum by setting

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 54114.4 Datum Setting without a 3-D Touch ProbeWorkpiece presetting with axis keysSelect the Manual Operation modeMove the tool sl

542 Manual Operation and Setup14.4 Datum Setting without a 3-D Touch ProbeDatum management with the preset tableSaving the datums in the preset table

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 54314.4 Datum Setting without a 3-D Touch ProbeBasic rotations from the preset table rotate the coordinate system about the preset

544 Manual Operation and Setup14.4 Datum Setting without a 3-D Touch ProbeManually saving the datums in the preset tableIn order to set datums in the

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 54514.4 Datum Setting without a 3-D Touch ProbeFunction Soft keyDirectly transfer the actual position of the tool (the measuring d

546 Manual Operation and Setup14.4 Datum Setting without a 3-D Touch ProbeExplanation of values saved in the preset table Simple machine with three

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 54714.4 Datum Setting without a 3-D Touch ProbeEditing the preset tableEditing function in table mode Soft keySelect beginning of

548 Manual Operation and Setup14.4 Datum Setting without a 3-D Touch ProbeActivating a datum from the preset table in the Manual Operation modeSelect

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 54914.5 Using the 3-D Touch Probe14.5 Using the 3-D Touch Probe OverviewThe following touch probe cycles are available in the Manu

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 5518.1 General User Parameters ... 660Input possibilities for machine parameters ... 660Selecting general user parameters ...

550 Manual Operation and Setup14.5 Using the 3-D Touch ProbeRecording measured values from the touch-probe cyclesAfter executing any selected probe c

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 55114.5 Using the 3-D Touch ProbeWriting the measured values from touch probe cycles in datum tablesWith the ENTER IN DATUM TABLE

552 Manual Operation and Setup14.5 Using the 3-D Touch ProbeWriting the measured values from touch probe cycles in the preset tableWith the ENTER IN

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 55314.5 Using the 3-D Touch ProbeStoring measured values in the pallet preset tableU Select any probe functionU Enter the desired

554 Manual Operation and Setup14.6 Calibrating a 3-D Touch Probe14.6 Calibrating a 3-D Touch ProbeIntroductionIn order to precisely specify the actua

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 55514.6 Calibrating a 3-D Touch ProbeCalibrating the effective radius and compensating center misalignmentAfter the touch probe is

556 Manual Operation and Setup14.6 Calibrating a 3-D Touch ProbeDisplaying calibration valuesThe TNC stores the effective length and radius, as well

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 55714.7 Compensating Workpiece Misalignment with a 3-D Touch Probe14.7 Compensating Workpiece Misalignment with a 3-D Touch ProbeI

558 Manual Operation and Setup14.7 Compensating Workpiece Misalignment with a 3-D Touch ProbeOverviewCycle Soft keyBasic rotation using 2 points: The

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 55914.7 Compensating Workpiece Misalignment with a 3-D Touch ProbeBasic rotation using 2 points:U Select the probe function by pre

56 19.1 Introduction ... 690End User License Agreement (EULA) for Windows XP ... 690General ... 690Changes in the pre-installed Windows system

560 Manual Operation and Setup14.7 Compensating Workpiece Misalignment with a 3-D Touch ProbeDisplaying a basic rotationThe angle of the basic rotati

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 56114.7 Compensating Workpiece Misalignment with a 3-D Touch ProbeDetermining basic rotation using 2 holes/studs:U Select the prob

562 Manual Operation and Setup14.7 Compensating Workpiece Misalignment with a 3-D Touch ProbeWorkpiece alignment using 2 pointsU Select the probe fun

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 56314.8 Datum Setting with a 3-D Touch Probe14.8 Datum Setting with a 3-D Touch ProbeOverviewThe following soft-key functions are

564 Manual Operation and Setup14.8 Datum Setting with a 3-D Touch ProbeCorner as datum—using points that were already probed for a basic rotationU Se

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 56514.8 Datum Setting with a 3-D Touch ProbeCircle center as datumWith this function, you can set the datum at the center of bore

566 Manual Operation and Setup14.8 Datum Setting with a 3-D Touch ProbeCenter line as datumU Select the probe function by pressing the PROBING soft k

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 56714.8 Datum Setting with a 3-D Touch ProbeSetting datum points using holes/cylindrical studsA second soft-key row provides soft

568 Manual Operation and Setup14.8 Datum Setting with a 3-D Touch ProbeMeasuring Workpieces with a 3-D Touch ProbeYou can also use the touch probe in

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 56914.8 Datum Setting with a 3-D Touch ProbeMeasuring workpiece dimensionsU Select the probe function by pressing the PROBING POS

First Steps with the iTNC 530

570 Manual Operation and Setup14.8 Datum Setting with a 3-D Touch ProbeFinding the angle between the angle reference axis and a workpiece edgeU Selec

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 57114.8 Datum Setting with a 3-D Touch ProbeUsing the touch probe functions with mechanical probes or dial gaugesIf you do not hav

572 Manual Operation and Setup14.9 Tilting the Working Plane (Software Option 1)14.9 Tilting the Working Plane (Software Option 1)Application, functi

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 57314.9 Tilting the Working Plane (Software Option 1)When tilting the working plane, the TNC differentiates between two machine ty

574 Manual Operation and Setup14.9 Tilting the Working Plane (Software Option 1)Traversing the reference points in tilted axesWith tilted axes, you u

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 57514.9 Tilting the Working Plane (Software Option 1)Datum setting on machines with spindle-head changing systemsIf your machine i

576 Manual Operation and Setup14.9 Tilting the Working Plane (Software Option 1)Activating manual tiltingTo select manual tilting, press the 3-D ROT

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 57714.9 Tilting the Working Plane (Software Option 1)Setting the current tool-axis direction as the active machining direction (FC

578 Manual Operation and Setup14.9 Tilting the Working Plane (Software Option 1)

Positioning with Manual Data Input

58 First Steps with the iTNC 5301.1 Overview1.1 OverviewThis chapter is intended to help TNC beginners quickly learn to handle the most important pro

580 Positioning with Manual Data Input15.1 Programming and Executing Simple Machining Operations15.1 Programming and Executing Simple Machining Opera

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 58115.1 Programming and Executing Simple Machining OperationsExample 1A hole with a depth of 20 mm is to be drilled into a single

582 Positioning with Manual Data Input15.1 Programming and Executing Simple Machining OperationsExample 2: Correcting workpiece misalignment on machi

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 58315.1 Programming and Executing Simple Machining OperationsProtecting and erasing programs in $MDIThe $MDI file is generally int

584 Positioning with Manual Data Input15.1 Programming and Executing Simple Machining Operations

Test Run and Program Run

586 Test Run and Program Run16.1 Graphics16.1 GraphicsApplicationIn the program run modes of operation as well as in the Test Run mode, the TNC graph

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 58716.1 GraphicsSetting the speed of the test runAfter you have started a program, the TNC displays the following soft keys with w

588 Test Run and Program Run16.1 GraphicsOverview of display modesThe control displays the following soft keys in the Program Run and Test Run modes

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 58916.1 GraphicsProjection in 3 planesSimilar to a workpiece drawing, the part is displayed with a plan view and two sectional pla

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 591.2 Machine Switch-On1.2 Machine Switch-OnAcknowledge the power interruption and move to the reference pointsU Switch on the pow

590 Test Run and Program Run16.1 Graphics3-D viewThe workpiece is displayed in three dimensions. If you have the appropriate hardware, then with its

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 59116.1 GraphicsRotating and magnifying/reducing the 3-D viewU Shift the soft-key row until the soft key for the rotating and magn

592 Test Run and Program Run16.1 GraphicsSwitch the frame overlay display for the workpiece blank on/off:U Shift the soft-key row until the soft key

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 59316.1 GraphicsMagnifying detailsYou can magnify details in all display modes in the Test Run mode and a Program Run mode. The gr

594 Test Run and Program Run16.1 GraphicsCursor position during detail magnificationDuring detail magnification, the TNC displays the coordinates of

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 59516.1 GraphicsMeasuring the machining timeProgram Run modes of operationThe timer counts and displays the time from program star

596 Test Run and Program Run16.2 Functions for Program Display16.2 Functions for Program DisplayOverviewIn the program run modes of operation as well

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 59716.3 Test Run16.3 Test RunApplicationIn the Test Run mode of operation you can simulate programs and program sections to reduce

598 Test Run and Program Run16.3 Test RunDanger of collision!The TNC cannot graphically simulate all traverse motions actually performed by the machi

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 59916.3 Test RunExecuting a test runIf the central tool file is active, a tool table must be active (status S) to perform a test r

TNC Model, Software and Features6 TNC Model, Software and FeaturesThis manual describes functions and features provided by TNCs as of the following

60 First Steps with the iTNC 5301.3 Programming the First Part1.3 Programming the First PartSelect the correct operating modeYou can write programs o

600 Test Run and Program Run16.3 Test RunExecuting a test run up to a certain blockWith the STOP AT N function the TNC does a test run only up to the

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 60116.3 Test RunSelecting the kinematics for test runYou can use this function to test programs whose kinematics does not match th

602 Test Run and Program Run16.3 Test RunSetting a tilted working plane for the test runYou can use this function on machines, where you want to defi

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 60316.4 Program Run16.4 Program RunApplicationIn the Program Run, Full Sequence mode of operation the TNC executes a part program

604 Test Run and Program Run16.4 Program RunRunning a part programPreparation1 Clamp the workpiece to the machine table.2 Set the datum.3 Select the

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 60516.4 Program RunInterrupting machiningThere are several ways to interrupt a program run: Programmed interruptions Pressing th

606 Test Run and Program Run16.4 Program RunProgramming of noncontrolled axes (counter axes)The TNC automatically interrupts the program run as soon

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 60716.4 Program RunMoving the machine axes during an interruptionYou can move the machine axes during an interruption in the same

608 Test Run and Program Run16.4 Program RunResuming program run after an interruptionIf you interrupt a program run during execution of a subprogram

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 60916.4 Program RunMid-program startup (block scan)With the RESTORE POS AT N feature (block scan) you can start a part program at

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 611.3 Programming the First PartCreate a new program/file managementU Press the PGM MGT key: the TNC displays the file management.

610 Test Run and Program Run16.4 Program RunIf you are working with nested programs, you can use MP7680 to define whether the block scan is to begin

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 61116.4 Program RunU To go to the first block of the current program to start a block scan, enter GOTO “0”.U To select block scan,

612 Test Run and Program Run16.4 Program RunReturning to the contourWith the RESTORE POSITION function, the TNC returns to the workpiece contour in t

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 61316.5 Automatic Program Start16.5 Automatic Program StartApplicationIn a Program Run operating mode, you can use the AUTOSTART s

614 Test Run and Program Run16.6 Optional Block Skip16.6 Optional Block SkipApplicationIn a test run or program run, the control can skip over blocks

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 61516.7 Optional Program-Run Interruption16.7 Optional Program-Run InterruptionApplicationThe TNC optionally interrupts program ru

616 Test Run and Program Run16.7 Optional Program-Run Interruption

MOD Functions

618 MOD Functions17.1 Selecting MOD Functions17.1 Selecting MOD FunctionsThe MOD functions provide additional input possibilities and displays. The a

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 61917.1 Selecting MOD FunctionsOverview of MOD functionsThe functions available depend on the momentarily selected operating mode:

62 First Steps with the iTNC 5301.3 Programming the First PartDefine a workpiece blankImmediately after you have created a new program, the TNC start

620 MOD Functions17.2 Software Numbers17.2 Software NumbersApplicationThe following software numbers are displayed on the TNC screen after the MOD fu

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 62117.3 Entering Code Numbers17.3 Entering Code NumbersApplicationThe TNC requires a code number for the following functions:In ad

622 MOD Functions17.4 Loading Service Packs17.4 Loading Service PacksApplicationThis function provides a simple way of updating the software of your

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 62317.5 Setting the Data Interfaces17.5 Setting the Data InterfacesApplicationTo set up the data interfaces, press the RS-232 / RS

624 MOD Functions17.5 Setting the Data InterfacesAssignmentThis function sets the destination for the transferred data.Applications: Transferring va

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 62517.5 Setting the Data InterfacesSoftware for data transferFor transfer of files to and from the TNC, we recommend using the HEI

626 MOD Functions17.5 Setting the Data InterfacesData transfer between the TNC and TNCremoNTCheck whether the TNC is connected to the correct serial

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 62717.6 Ethernet Interface17.6 Ethernet Interface IntroductionThe TNC is shipped with a standard Ethernet card to connect the cont

628 MOD Functions17.6 Ethernet InterfaceConnecting the iTNC directly with a Windows PCYou don’t need any large effort or special networking knowledge

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 62917.6 Ethernet InterfaceSettings on a PC with Windows XPU To open the Network Connections, click <Start> and then <Netw

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 631.3 Programming the First PartProgram layoutNC programs should be arranged consistently in a similar manner. This makes it easie

630 MOD Functions17.6 Ethernet InterfaceConfiguring the TNCU In the Programming and Editing mode of operation, press the MOD key. Enter the keyword N

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 63117.6 Ethernet InterfaceGeneral network settingsU Press the DEFINE NET soft key to enter the general network settings. The Compu

632 MOD Functions17.6 Ethernet InterfaceU Press the Configuration button to open the Configuration menu:Setting MeaningStatus  Interface active:Conn

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 63317.6 Ethernet InterfaceU Apply the changes with the OK button, or discard them with the Cancel buttonDomain Name Server (DNS)

634 MOD Functions17.6 Ethernet InterfaceU The Internet tab currently has no function.U Select the Ping/Routing tab to enter the ping and routing sett

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 63517.6 Ethernet InterfaceNetwork settings specific to the deviceU Press the DEFINE MOUNT soft key to enter the network settings

636 MOD Functions17.6 Ethernet InterfaceOPTIONS for FILESYSTEMTYPE=smb for direct connection to Windows networksData without spaces, separated by com

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 63717.6 Ethernet InterfaceDefining a network identificationU Press the DEFINE UID / GID soft key to enter the network identificati

638 MOD Functions17.7 Configuring PGM MGT17.7 Configuring PGM MGTApplicationUse the MOD functions to specify which directories or files are to be dis

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 63917.7 Configuring PGM MGTDependent filesIn addition to the file extension, dependent files also have the extension .SEC.DEP (SEC

64 First Steps with the iTNC 5301.3 Programming the First PartProgram a simple contourThe contour shown to the right is to be milled once to a depth

640 MOD Functions17.8 Machine-Specific User Parameters17.8 Machine-Specific User ParametersApplicationTo enable you to set machine-specific functions

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 64117.9 Showing the Workpiece in the Working Space17.9 Showing the Workpiece in the Working SpaceApplicationThis MOD function enab

642 MOD Functions17.9 Showing the Workpiece in the Working SpaceYou can also activate the working-space monitor for the Test Run mode in order to tes

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 64317.10 Position Display Types17.10 Position Display TypesApplicationIn the Manual Operation mode and in the Program Run modes of

644 MOD Functions17.11 Unit of Measurement17.11 Unit of MeasurementApplicationThis MOD function determines whether the coordinates are displayed in m

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 64517.12 Selecting the Programming Language for $MDI17.12 Selecting the Programming Language for $MDIApplicationThe Program input

646 MOD Functions17.13 Selecting the Axes for Generating L Blocks17.13 Selecting the Axes for Generating L BlocksApplicationThe axis selection input

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 64717.14 Entering the Axis Traverse Limits, Datum Display17.14 Entering the Axis Traverse Limits, Datum DisplayApplicationThe AXIS

648 MOD Functions17.14 Entering the Axis Traverse Limits, Datum DisplayDatum displayThe values shown at the top right of the screen define the curren

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 64917.15 Displaying HELP Files17.15 Displaying HELP FilesApplicationHelp files can aid you in situations in which you need clear i

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 651.3 Programming the First PartU Move to the contour: Press the APPR/DEP key: The TNC shows a soft-key row with approach and depa

650 MOD Functions17.16 Displaying Operating Times17.16 Displaying Operating TimesApplicationThe MACHINE TIME soft key enables you to see various type

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 65117.17 Checking the Data Carrier17.17 Checking the Data CarrierApplicationPress the CHECK THE FILE SYSTEM soft key to check the

652 MOD Functions17.18 Setting the System Time17.18 Setting the System TimeApplicationYou can set the time zone, the date and the system time with th

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 65317.19 TeleService17.19 TeleServiceApplicationThe TNC allows you to carry out TeleService. To be able to use this feature, your

654 MOD Functions17.20 External Access17.20 External AccessApplicationThe soft key SERVICE can be used to grant or restrict access through the LSV-2

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 65517.20 External AccessExample of TNC.SYSPermitting/Restricting external accessU Select any machine mode of operationU Press the

656 MOD Functions17.21 Configuring the HR 550 FS Wireless Handwheel17.21 Configuring the HR 550 FS Wireless HandwheelApplicationPress the SET UP WIRE

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 65717.21 Configuring the HR 550 FS Wireless HandwheelSetting the transmission channelIf the wireless handwheel is started automati

658 MOD Functions17.21 Configuring the HR 550 FS Wireless HandwheelSelecting the transmitter powerU Press the MOD key to select the MOD function.U Sc

Tables and Overviews

66 First Steps with the iTNC 5301.3 Programming the First PartU Contour departureU Select the departure function DEP CT U Center angle? Enter the dep

660 Tables and Overviews18.1 General User Parameters18.1 General User ParametersGeneral user parameters are machine parameters affecting TNC settings

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 66118.1 General User ParametersList of general user parametersExternal data transferAdjusting TNC interfaces EXT1 (5020.0) and EXT

662 Tables and Overviews18.1 General User ParametersRapid traverse for triggering touch probes MP61501 to 300 000 [mm/min]Pre-position at rapid trave

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 66318.1 General User ParametersRadius measurement with the TT 130 touch probe: Probing directionMP6505.0 (traverse range 1) to 650

664 Tables and Overviews18.1 General User ParametersCoordinates of the TT 120 stylus center relative to the machine datumMP6580.0 (traverse range 1)X

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 66518.1 General User ParametersKinematicsOpt: Maximum permitted deviation from entered calibration sphere radiusMP66010.01 to 0.1K

666 Tables and Overviews18.1 General User ParametersLocking soft key for tablesMP7224.2Do not lock the EDITING ON/OFF soft key: %0000000Lock the EDIT

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 66718.1 General User ParametersConfigure tool tables MP7260Inactive: 0Number of tools generated by the TNC when a new tool table i

668 Tables and Overviews18.1 General User ParametersConfigure tool table (To omit from the table: enter 0); Column number in the tool table for MP726

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 66918.1 General User ParametersConfigure tool table (To omit from the table: enter 0); Column number in the tool table for MP7266.

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 671.3 Programming the First PartCreate a cycle programThe holes (depth of 20 mm) shown in the figure at right are to be drilled wi

670 Tables and Overviews18.1 General User ParametersConfigure tool pocket table (to omit from the table: enter 0); Column number in the pocket table

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 67118.1 General User ParametersDisplay step for the spindle positionMP72890.1 °: 00.05 °: 10.01 °: 20.005 °: 30.001 °: 40.0005 °:

672 Tables and Overviews18.1 General User ParametersReset status display, Q parameters, tool data and machining timeMP7300Reset all when a program is

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 67318.1 General User ParametersMachining and program runEffect of Cycle 11 SCALING FACTOR MP7410SCALING FACTOR effective in 3 axes

674 Tables and Overviews18.1 General User ParametersOperation of various miscellaneousfunctions MNote:The kV factors for position loop gain are set b

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 67518.2 Pin Layouts and Connecting Cables for the Data Interfaces18.2 Pin Layouts and Connecting Cables for the Data InterfacesRS-

676 Tables and Overviews18.2 Pin Layouts and Connecting Cables for the Data InterfacesWhen using the 9-pin adapter block:Non-HEIDENHAIN devicesThe co

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 67718.2 Pin Layouts and Connecting Cables for the Data InterfacesRS-422/V.11 interfaceOnly non-HEIDENHAIN devices are connected to

678 Tables and Overviews18.3 Technical Information18.3 Technical InformationExplanation of symbols StandardAxis optionSoftware option 1z Software

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 67918.3 Technical InformationContour elements  Straight line Chamfer Circular path Circle center point Circle radius Tangent

68 First Steps with the iTNC 5301.3 Programming the First PartU Call the menu for special functionsU Display the functions for point machiningU Selec

680 Tables and Overviews18.3 Technical InformationActual position capture  Actual positions can be transferred directly into the NC programProgram v

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 68118.3 Technical InformationInterpolation  Linear in 4 axesLinear in 5 axes (subject to export permit) (software option 1) Cir

682 Tables and Overviews18.3 Technical InformationAccessoriesElectronic handwheels  One HR 550 FS portable wireless handwheel with display or One H

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 68318.3 Technical InformationSoftware option 1Rotary table machining Programming of cylindrical contours as if in two axesFeed r

684 Tables and Overviews18.3 Technical InformationGlobal Program Settings software optionFunction for superimposing coordinate transformations in the

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 68518.3 Technical InformationFCL 3 upgrade functionsEnabling of significant improvements Touch probe cycle for 3-D probing Touch

686 Tables and Overviews18.3 Technical InformationInput format and unit of TNC functionsPositions, coordinates, circle radii, chamfer lengths–99 999.

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 68718.4 Exchanging the Buffer Battery18.4 Exchanging the Buffer BatteryA buffer battery supplies the TNC with current to prevent t

688 Tables and Overviews18.4 Exchanging the Buffer Battery

iTNC 530 with Windows XP (Option)

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 691.3 Programming the First PartExample NC blocksFurther information on this topic Creating a new program: See “Creating and Writ

690 iTNC 530 with Windows XP (Option)19.1 Introduction19.1 IntroductionEnd User License Agreement (EULA) for Windows XPGeneralTNC controls from HEIDE

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 69119.1 IntroductionChanges in the pre-installed Windows systemIf changes are made to the pre-installed Windows system, HEIDENHAIN

692 iTNC 530 with Windows XP (Option)19.1 IntroductionSpecificationsSpecifications iTNC 530 with Windows XPDescription Dual-processor control with H

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 69319.2 Starting an iTNC 530 Application19.2 Starting an iTNC 530 ApplicationLogging on to WindowsAfter you have switched on the p

694 iTNC 530 with Windows XP (Option)19.2 Starting an iTNC 530 ApplicationIn order to guarantee the trouble-free function of the iTNC application, th

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 69519.3 Switching Off the iTNC 53019.3 Switching Off the iTNC 530FundamentalsTo prevent data from being lost at switch-off, you mu

696 iTNC 530 with Windows XP (Option)19.3 Switching Off the iTNC 530Exiting the iTNC applicationThere are two possibilities for exiting the iTNC appl

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 69719.3 Switching Off the iTNC 530Shutting down WindowsIf you try to shut down Windows while the iTNC software is still active, th

698 iTNC 530 with Windows XP (Option)19.4 Network Settings19.4 Network SettingsPrerequisiteAdjusting the network settingsThe iTNC 530 is shipped with

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 69919.4 Network SettingsControlling accessAdministrators have access to the TNC drives D, E and F. Please note that some of the da

TNC Model, Software and FeaturesHEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 7Many machine manufacturers, as well as HEIDENHAIN, offer programming courses for the TNCs. We re

70 First Steps with the iTNC 5301.4 Graphically Testing the Program1.4 Graphically Testing the ProgramSelect the correct operating modeYou can test p

700 iTNC 530 with Windows XP (Option)19.5 Specifics About File Management19.5 Specifics About File ManagementThe iTNC driveWhen you call the iTNC fil

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 70119.5 Specifics About File ManagementData transfer to the iTNC 530TNC-specific filesAfter integrating the iTNC 530 into your net

702 iTNC 530 with Windows XP (Option)19.5 Specifics About File Management

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 703IndexSYMBOLE3-D compensation ... 487Delta values ... 489Delta values via DR2TABLE ... 494Depending on the contact angle ... 494

704 IndexEEllipse ... 348Error list ... 156Error messages ... 155, 156Help with ... 155Ethernet interfaceConfiguring ... 630Connecting and disconnect

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 705IndexMM functionsSee “Miscellaneous functions”M91, M92 ... 358Machine axes, moving the … ... 526In increments ... 527With the m

706 IndexPProgram name:See File management, File nameProgram RunGlobal program settings ... 401Interrupting ... 605Program runExecuting ... 604Mid-pr

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 707IndexTTool length ... 170Tool management ... 193Tool material ... 177, 437Tool measurement ... 175Tool name ... 170Tool number

708 Index

Overview TablesMachining cyclesCycle number Cycle designationDEF activeCALL active7 Datum shift 8 Mirror image 9 Dwell time 10 Rotation 11 Scaling

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 711.4 Graphically Testing the ProgramChoose the program you want to testU Press the PGM MGT key: the TNC displays the file managem

204 Back boring 205 Universal pecking 206 Tapping with a floating tap holder, new 207 Rigid tapping, new 208 Bore milling 209 Tapping with chip b

Miscellaneous functionsM Effect Effective at block... Start End PageM0 Program run STOP/Spindle STOP/Coolant OFF  Page 357M1 Optional program STOP/

M109M110M111Constant contouring speed at tool cutting edge(increase and decrease feed rate)Constant contouring speed at tool cutting edge (feed rate d

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72 First Steps with the iTNC 5301.4 Graphically Testing the ProgramStart the program testU Press the RESET + START soft key: The TNC simulates the ac

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 731.5 Tool Setup1.5 Tool SetupSelect the correct operating modeTools are set up in the Manual Operation mode: U Press the operatin

74 First Steps with the iTNC 5301.5 Tool SetupThe pocket table TOOL_P.TCHIn the pocket table TOOL_P.TCH (permanently saved under TNC:\) you specify w

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 751.6 Workpiece Setup1.6 Workpiece SetupSelect the correct operating modeWorkpieces are set up in the Manual Operation or Electron

76 First Steps with the iTNC 5301.6 Workpiece SetupAlign the workpiece with a 3-D touch probe systemU Insert the 3-D touch probe: In the Manual Data

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 771.6 Workpiece SetupSet the datum with a 3-D touch probeU Insert the 3-D touch probe: In the MDI mode, run a TOOL CALL block cont

78 First Steps with the iTNC 5301.7 Running the First Program1.7 Running the First ProgramSelect the correct operating modeYou can run programs eithe

Introduction

TNC Model, Software and Features8 Software optionsThe iTNC 530 features various software options that can be enabled by you or your machine tool bui

80 Introduction2.1 The iTNC 5302.1 The iTNC 530HEIDENHAIN TNC controls are workshop-oriented contouring controls that enable you to program conventio

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 812.2 Visual Display Unit and Keyboard2.2 Visual Display Unit and KeyboardVisual display unitThe TNC is delivered with the BF 250

82 Introduction2.2 Visual Display Unit and KeyboardSets the screen layoutYou select the screen layout yourself: In the PROGRAMMING AND EDITING mode o

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 832.2 Visual Display Unit and KeyboardOperating panelThe TNC is delivered with the TE 530 keyboard unit. The figure shows the cont

84 Introduction2.3 Operating Modes2.3 Operating ModesManual Operation and Electronic HandwheelThe Manual Operation mode is required for setting up th

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 852.3 Operating ModesProgramming and EditingIn this mode of operation you can write your part programs. The FK free programming fe

86 Introduction2.3 Operating ModesProgram Run, Full Sequence and Program Run, Single BlockIn the Program Run, Full Sequence mode of operation the TNC

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 872.4 Status Displays2.4 Status Displays“General” status displayThe status display in the lower part of the screen informs you of

88 Introduction2.4 Status DisplaysOne or more global program settings are active (software option)Number of the active presets from the preset table.

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 892.4 Status DisplaysAdditional status displaysThe additional status displays contain detailed information on the program run. The

TNC Model, Software and FeaturesHEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 9Global Program Settings software option DescriptionFunction for superimposing coordinate transfo

90 Introduction2.4 Status DisplaysOverviewAfter switch-on, the TNC displays the Overview status form, provided that you have selected the PROGRAM+STA

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 912.4 Status DisplaysGeneral pallet information (PAL tab)Program section repeat/Subprograms (LBL tab)Information on standard cycle

92 Introduction2.4 Status DisplaysActive miscellaneous functions M (M tab)Soft key MeaningNo direct selection possibleList of the active M functions

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 932.4 Status DisplaysPositions and coordinates (POS tab)Information on tools (TOOL tab)Soft key MeaningType of position display, e

94 Introduction2.4 Status DisplaysTool measurement (TT tab)Coordinate transformations (TRANS tab)For further information, refer to the User's Ma

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 952.4 Status DisplaysGlobal program settings 1 (GPS1 tab, software option)Global program settings 2 (GPS2 tab, software option)The

96 Introduction2.4 Status DisplaysAdaptive Feed Control (AFC tab, software option)The TNC only displays the AFC tab if the function is active on your

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 972.5 Window Manager2.5 Window ManagerThe TNC features the Xfce window manager. Xfce is a standard application for UNIX-based oper

98 Introduction2.6 Accessories: HEIDENHAIN 3-D Touch Probes and Electronic Handwheels2.6 Accessories: HEIDENHAIN 3-D Touch Probes and Electronic Hand

HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 992.6 Accessories: HEIDENHAIN 3-D Touch Probes and Electronic HandwheelsTT 140 tool touch probe for tool measurementThe TT 140 is