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Inter-Cycle Connections
On some machines and under some conditions, it is necessary to introduce a connection between two consecutive drill cycles. For instance, a connection may be needed if the drill plane height (the "Z", measured along tool axis) changes between the holes. A connection may also be needed in full 5X drill, where two successive holes may require a different orientation.
The following new variables control the way GPP2 handles inter-cycle connections.
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System Variable |
Default format |
Use and Comments |
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CYC_CON_MINZ |
1 |
Cycle connections: create an inter-cycle connection if the delta in Z between the last and next cycle is equal to or less than this value. The Z values are measured along the tool axis. |
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CYC_CON_MAXZ |
1 |
Cycle connections: create an inter-cycle connection if the delta in Z between the last and next cycle is equal to or greater than this value. The Z values are measured along the tool axis. |
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CYC_CON_DIST |
1 |
Cycle connections: create an inter-cycle connection if the distance between the last and next cycle is equal to or greater than this value. |
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CYC_CON_ALPHA |
2 |
Cycle connections: create an inter-cycle connection if the delta in alpha between the last and next cycle is greater than (not equal) this value. |
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CYC_CON_BETA |
2 |
Cycle connections: create an inter-cycle connection if the delta in beta between the last and next cycle is greater than (not equal) this value. |
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