Heidenhain SW 68894x-03 User Manual

User’s ManualCNC PILOT 640NC Software688946-03688947-03English (en)1/2015

10 New functions of software 68894x-03 In the Teach-In submode, the parameter RB was added to the cycles "Figure, axial", "Figure, ra

100 Machine mode of operation3.5 Machine setupCalibrating the tool touch probeThe "Calibrate the tool touch probe" function enables you to

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1013.5 Machine setupDisplaying operating timesIn the Service menu, you can view different operating times:Select Setting upSe

102 Machine mode of operation3.5 Machine setupSetting the system timeWith the "Adjust system time" function, you can set the date and time

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1033.6 Tool measurement3.6 Tool measurementThe CNC PILOT supports tool calibration By touch-off. The setup dimensions are de

104 Machine mode of operation3.6 Tool measurementTouch offYou measure the dimensions relative to a calibrated tool by "touching the tool off.&qu

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1053.6 Tool measurementTouch probe (tool touch probe)In the tool table, enter the tool you want to measureInsert the tool and

106 Machine mode of operation3.6 Tool measurementOptical gaugeIn the tool table, enter the tool you want to measureInsert the tool and enter the T nu

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1073.6 Tool measurementTool compensationThe tool compensation in X and Z as well as the special compensation for recessing to

108 Machine mode of operation3.7 Manual mode3.7 Manual modeWith manual workpiece machining, you move the axes with the handwheels or manual direction

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1093.7 Manual modeManual direction keysWith the manual direction keys, you can move the axes at the programmed feed rate or a

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 11 The parameter U was added to G810 and G820 (see the smart.Turn and DIN Programming User's Manual) The parameter D w

110 Machine mode of operation3.8 Teach-in mode3.8 Teach-in modeTeach-in modeIn the Teach-in mode you machine a workpiece step by step with the help o

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1113.9 Program Run mode3.9 Program Run modeLoading a programIn Program Run mode, you use Teach-in and DIN programs for parts

112 Machine mode of operation3.9 Program Run modeComparing a tool listWhile a program is being loaded, the CNC PILOT compares the current tools in th

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1133.9 Program Run modeFinding a start blockMid-program startup means entering into an NC program at a selected point. In sma

114 Machine mode of operation3.9 Program Run modeProgram executionThe selected Teach-in or DIN program is executed as soon as you press Cycle start.

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1153.9 Program Run modeEntering compensation values during program runTool compensation Activate the tool compensationEnter t

116 Machine mode of operation3.9 Program Run modeAdditive compensationThe CNC PILOT manages 16 additive compensation values. You edit the compensatio

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1173.9 Program Run mode Activate the additive compensationEnter the number of the additive compensationPress the Delete soft

118 Machine mode of operation3.9 Program Run modeProgram execution in "dry run" modeThe dry run mode is used for fast program execution up

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1193.10 Load monitoring (option)3.10 Load monitoring (option)During a machining operation with active load monitoring, the co

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120 Machine mode of operation3.10 Load monitoring (option)When face turning with a constant surface speed, remember that the load monitoring feature

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1213.10 Load monitoring (option)Reference machiningDuring reference machining, the control determines the maximum utilization

122 Machine mode of operation3.10 Load monitoring (option)Checking the reference valuesAfter the successful completion of reference machining, check

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1233.10 Load monitoring (option)Bar graph Thick upper bar (display in %)Green Range up to maximum utilization during referenc

124 Machine mode of operation3.10 Load monitoring (option)Adapting the limit valuesAfter successful reference machining, the control uses the referen

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1253.10 Load monitoring (option)Using load monitoring during productionDuring program run, the control monitors the utilizati

126 Machine mode of operation3.11 Graphic simulation3.11 Graphic simulationThe graphic simulation feature enables you to check the machining sequence

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1273.12 Program management3.12 Program managementProgram selectionProgram Run automatically loads the most recently used prog

128 Machine mode of operation3.12 Program managementFile managerWith the functions of the program organization you can copy, delete and otherwise man

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1293.12 Program managementProject managementYou can make your own project folder in the project management so that you can ce

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 13 About this manualAbout this manualThe symbols used in this manual are described below.Would you like any changes, or have

130 Machine mode of operation3.13 Conversion into DIN format3.13 Conversion into DIN formatThe Convert to DIN function enables you to convert a Teach

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1313.14 Units of measure3.14 Units of measureThe CNC PILOT is operating in either the metric or inch system. The units and de

132 Machine mode of operation3.14 Units of measure

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 133Teach-in mode

134 Teach-in mode4.1 Working with cycles4.1 Working with cyclesBefore you can use the cycles, you must set the workpiece zero point and ensure that t

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1354.1 Working with cyclesHelp graphicsThe functions and parameters of the Teach-in cycles are illustrated in the graphic sup

136 Teach-in mode4.1 Working with cyclesContour follow-up in Teach-in modeThe contour follow-up function updates the originally defined workpiece bla

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1374.1 Working with cyclesSwitching functions (M functions)The CNC PILOT generates all switching functions that are necessary

138 Teach-in mode4.1 Working with cyclesCycle menuThe main menu shows the cycle groups (see table below). Once a cycle group has been selected, the s

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1394.1 Working with cyclesSoft keys in cycle programming: Depending on the type of cycle, you define the variants of the cycl

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140 Teach-in mode4.1 Working with cyclesAddresses used in many cyclesSafety clearance G47Safety clearances are used for approaching and departing pat

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1414.2 Workpiece blank cycles4.2 Workpiece blank cyclesWorkpiece blank SymbolBar/tube blank Defining the standard blanks.ICP

142 Teach-in mode4.2 Workpiece blank cyclesBar/tube blankSelect define the blankSelect bar/tube blankThe cycle describes the workpiece blank and the

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1434.2 Workpiece blank cyclesICP workpiece blank contourSelect define the blankSelect ICP workpiece blank contourThe cycle in

144 Teach-in mode4.3 Single cut cycles4.3 Single cut cyclesSingle cuts SymbolRapid traverse positioningMove to the tool change positionLinear machini

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1454.3 Single cut cyclesRapid traverse positioningCall the single-cut menuSelect rapid traverse positioningThe tool moves at

146 Teach-in mode4.3 Single cut cyclesMove to the tool change positionCall the single-cut menuSelect rapid traverse positioningActivate the T-Change

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1474.3 Single cut cyclesLinear machining, longitudinalCall the single-cut menuSelect longitudinal linear machining Off: When

148 Teach-in mode4.3 Single cut cyclesLinear machining, transverseCall the single-cut menuSelect transverse linear machining Off: When the cycle is

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1494.3 Single cut cyclesLinear machining at angleCall the single-cut menuSelect linear machining at angle Off: When the cycl

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 15ContentsIntroduction and fundamentals1Basics of operation2Machine mode of operation3Teach-in mode4ICP programming5Graphic s

150 Teach-in mode4.3 Single cut cyclesContour linear, at angle (with return)The CNC PILOT calculates the target position. The tool then approaches th

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1514.3 Single cut cyclesCircular machiningCall the single-cut menuSelect circular machining (counterclockwise)Select circular

152 Teach-in mode4.3 Single cut cyclesContour circular (with return)The tool approaches the workpiece, executes the circular cut and returns to the s

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1534.3 Single cut cyclesChamferCall the single-cut menuSelect chamfer Off: When the cycle is completed, the tool remains at

154 Teach-in mode4.3 Single cut cyclesContour chamfer (with return)The tool approaches the workpiece, machines the chamfer that is dimensioned relati

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1554.3 Single cut cyclesRounding arcCall the single-cut menuSelect rounding Off: When the cycle is completed, the tool remai

156 Teach-in mode4.3 Single cut cyclesContour rounding (with return)The tool approaches the workpiece, machines the rounding that is dimensioned rela

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1574.3 Single cut cyclesM functionsMachine commands (M functions) are not executed until Cycle start has been pressed. With t

158 Teach-in mode4.4 Turning cycles4.4 Turning cyclesCutting and infeed directions for turning cyclesThe CNC PILOT automatically determines the cutti

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1594.4 Turning cyclesTool positionIt is important that you observe the tool positions (starting point X, Z) before executing

160 Teach-in mode4.4 Turning cyclesExpanded modeChamfer (or rounding) at contour endBasic modeMachining with descending contourBasic modeOblique cut

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1614.4 Turning cyclesCut longitudinalSelect cut, longitudinal/transverseSelect cut longitudinalThe cycle roughs the rectangle

162 Teach-in mode4.4 Turning cyclesType of machining for technology database access: RoughingCycle run1 calculates the proportioning of cuts (infeed)

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1634.4 Turning cyclesCut transverseSelect cut, longitudinal/transverseSelect cut transverseThe cycle roughs the rectangle des

164 Teach-in mode4.4 Turning cyclesType of machining for technology database access: RoughingCycle run1 calculates the proportioning of cuts (infeed)

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1654.4 Turning cyclesRoughing, longitudinal—expandedSelect cut, longitudinal/transverseSelect cut longitudinalPress the Expan

166 Teach-in mode4.4 Turning cyclesType of machining for technology database access: RoughingBy setting the following optional parameters, you can de

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1674.4 Turning cyclesRoughing, transverse—expandedSelect cut, longitudinal/transverseSelect cut transversePress the Expanded

168 Teach-in mode4.4 Turning cyclesType of machining for technology database access: RoughingBy setting the following optional parameters, you can de

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1694.4 Turning cyclesFinishing cut, longitudinalSelect cut, longitudinal/transverseSelect cut longitudinalPress the Finishing

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 171.1 The CNC PILOT ... 361.2 Configuration ... 37Slide position ... 37Tool carrier systems ... 37The C axis ... 37

170 Teach-in mode4.4 Turning cyclesFinishing cut, transverseSelect cut, longitudinal/transverseSelect cut transversePress the Finishing run soft keyT

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1714.4 Turning cyclesFinishing cut, longitudinal—expandedSelect cut, longitudinal/transverseSelect cut longitudinalPress the

172 Teach-in mode4.4 Turning cyclesType of machining for technology database access: FinishingBy setting the following optional parameters, you can d

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1734.4 Turning cyclesFinishing cut, transverse—expandedSelect cut, longitudinal/transverseSelect cut transversePress the Expa

174 Teach-in mode4.4 Turning cyclesType of machining for technology database access: FinishingBy setting the following optional parameters, you can d

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1754.4 Turning cyclesCut, longitudinal plungeSelect cut, longitudinal/transverseSelect plunge, longitudinalThe cycle roughs t

176 Teach-in mode4.4 Turning cyclesCycle run1 calculates the proportioning of cuts (infeed) 2 Approach the workpiece from starting point for first pa

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1774.4 Turning cyclesCut, transverse plungeSelect cut, longitudinal/transverseSelect plunge, transverseThe cycle roughs the a

178 Teach-in mode4.4 Turning cyclesCycle run1 calculates the proportioning of cuts (infeed) 2 Approach the workpiece from starting point for first pa

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1794.4 Turning cyclesCut, longitudinal plunging—expandedSelect cut, longitudinal/transverseSelect plunge, longitudinalPress t

18 2.1 General information on operation ... 52Operation ... 52Setup ... 52Programming – Teach-in mode ... 52Programming – smart.Turn ... 52

180 Teach-in mode4.4 Turning cyclesType of machining for technology database access: RoughingBy setting the following optional parameters, you can de

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1814.4 Turning cyclesCut, transverse plunging—expandedSelect cut, longitudinal/transverseSelect plunge, transversePress the E

182 Teach-in mode4.4 Turning cyclesType of machining for technology database access: RoughingBy setting the following optional parameters, you can de

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1834.4 Turning cyclesCut, longitudinal finishing plungeSelect cut, longitudinal/transverseSelect plunge, longitudinalPress th

184 Teach-in mode4.4 Turning cyclesType of machining for technology database access: FinishingCycle run1 Move in transverse direction from the starti

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1854.4 Turning cyclesCut, transverse finishing plungeSelect cut, longitudinal/transverseSelect plunge, transversePress the Fi

186 Teach-in mode4.4 Turning cyclesType of machining for technology database access: FinishingCycle run1 Move in transverse direction from the starti

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1874.4 Turning cyclesCut, longitudinal finishing plunge—expandedSelect cut, longitudinal/transverseSelect plunge, longitudina

188 Teach-in mode4.4 Turning cyclesType of machining for technology database access: FinishingBy setting the following optional parameters, you can d

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1894.4 Turning cyclesCut, transverse finishing plunge—expandedSelect cut, longitudinal/transverseSelect plunge, transversePre

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 193.1 Machine mode of operation ... 743.2 Switch-on / Switch-off ... 75Switch-on ... 75Monitoring EnDat encoders ...

190 Teach-in mode4.4 Turning cyclesType of machining for technology database access: FinishingBy setting the following optional parameters, you can d

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1914.4 Turning cyclesCut, ICP contour-parallel, longitudinalSelect cut, longitudinal/transverseSelect ICP contour-parallel, l

192 Teach-in mode4.4 Turning cyclesType of machining for technology database access: RoughingHR Specify primary machining directionSX, SZ Cutting lim

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1934.4 Turning cyclesCycle run1 Calculate the proportioning of cuts (infeed), taking the workpiece blank oversize J and the t

194 Teach-in mode4.4 Turning cyclesCut, ICP contour-parallel, transverseSelect cut, longitudinal/transverseSelect ICP contour-parallel, transverseThe

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1954.4 Turning cyclesType of machining for technology database access: RoughingCycle run1 Calculate the proportioning of cuts

196 Teach-in mode4.4 Turning cyclesCut, ICP contour-parallel, longitudinal finishingSelect cut, longitudinal/transverseSelect ICP contour-parallel, l

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1974.4 Turning cyclesType of machining for technology database access: FinishingCycle run1 Move paraxially from the starting

198 Teach-in mode4.4 Turning cyclesCut, ICP contour-parallel, transverse finishingSelect cut, longitudinal/transverseSelect ICP contour-parallel, tra

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1994.4 Turning cyclesType of machining for technology database access: FinishingCycle run1 Move paraxially from the starting

Controls and displays of the CNC PILOTKeys on visual display unitOperating mode keyssmart.Turn keysNavigation keysNumeric keypadSpecial keysMachine op

20 3.8 Teach-in mode ... 110Teach-in mode ... 110Programming Teach-in cycles ... 1103.9 Program Run mode ... 111Loading a program ... 111Co

200 Teach-in mode4.4 Turning cyclesICP cutting, longitudinalSelect cut, longitudinal/transverseSelect ICP cutting, longitudinalThe cycle machines the

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2014.4 Turning cyclesType of machining for technology database access: RoughingCycle run1 calculates the proportioning of cut

202 Teach-in mode4.4 Turning cyclesICP cut transverseSelect cut, longitudinal/transverseSelect ICP cutting, transverseThe cycle machines the area def

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2034.4 Turning cyclesType of machining for technology database access: RoughingCycle run1 calculates the proportioning of cut

204 Teach-in mode4.4 Turning cyclesICP longitudinal finishing cutSelect cut, longitudinal/transverseSelect ICP cutting, longitudinalPress the Finishi

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2054.4 Turning cyclesType of machining for technology database access: FinishingCycle run1 Move paraxially from the starting

206 Teach-in mode4.4 Turning cyclesICP transverse finishing cutSelect cut, longitudinal/transverseSelect ICP cutting, transversePress the Finishing r

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2074.4 Turning cyclesType of machining for technology database access: FinishingCycle run1 Move paraxially from the starting

208 Teach-in mode4.4 Turning cyclesExamples of turning cyclesRoughing and finishing an outside contourThe shaded area from AP (contour starting point

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2094.4 Turning cyclesRoughing and finishing an inside contourThe shaded area from AP (contour starting point) to EP (contour

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 214.1 Working with cycles ... 134Cycle starting point ... 134Help graphics ... 135DIN macros ... 135Graphical test ru

210 Teach-in mode4.4 Turning cyclesRoughing (recess clearance) with plunge cycleThe tool to be used cannot plunge at the required angle of 15°. The r

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2114.4 Turning cyclesSecond step:The area that was left out in the first step (shaded area in the figure) is machined with th

212 Teach-in mode4.5 Recessing cycles4.5 Recessing cyclesCutting and infeed directions for recessing cyclesThe CNC PILOT automatically determines the

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2134.5 Recessing cyclesUndercut positionThe CNC PILOT determines the position of an undercut from the cycle parameters for st

214 Teach-in mode4.5 Recessing cyclesRecessing, radialCall the recessing cyclesSelect recessing, radialThe cycle machines the number of recesses defi

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2154.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: Contour recessingCycle run1 Calculate the recess pos

216 Teach-in mode4.5 Recessing cyclesRecessing, axialCall the recessing cyclesSelect axial recessingThe cycle machines the number of recesses defined

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2174.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: Contour recessingCycle run1 Calculate the recess pos

218 Teach-in mode4.5 Recessing cyclesRecessing, radial—expandedCall the recessing cyclesSelect recessing, radialPress the Expanded soft keyThe cycle

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2194.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: Contour recessingBy setting the following optional p

22 4.4 Turning cycles ... 158Tool position ... 159Cut longitudinal ... 161Cut transverse ... 163Roughing, longitudinal—expanded ... 165Roug

220 Teach-in mode4.5 Recessing cyclesRecessing, axial—expandedCall the recessing cyclesSelect axial recessingPress the Expanded soft keyThe cycle mac

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2214.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: Contour recessingBy setting the following optional p

222 Teach-in mode4.5 Recessing cyclesRecessing radial, finishingCall the recessing cyclesSelect recessing, radialPress the Finishing run soft keyThe

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2234.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: Contour recessingCycle run1 Calculate the recess pos

224 Teach-in mode4.5 Recessing cyclesRecessing axial, finishingCall the recessing cyclesSelect axial recessingPress the Finishing run soft keyThe cyc

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2254.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: Contour recessingCycle run1 Calculate the recess pos

226 Teach-in mode4.5 Recessing cyclesRecessing radial, finishing—expandedCall the recessing cyclesSelect recessing, radialPress the Expanded soft key

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2274.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: Contour recessingBy setting the following optional p

228 Teach-in mode4.5 Recessing cyclesRecessing axial, finishing—expandedCall the recessing cyclesSelect axial recessingPress the Expanded soft keyPre

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2294.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: Contour recessingBy setting the following optional p

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 234.5 Recessing cycles ... 212Cutting and infeed directions for recessing cycles ... 212Undercut position ... 213Contou

230 Teach-in mode4.5 Recessing cyclesICP recessing radialCall the recessing cyclesSelect recessing, radial ICPThe cycle machines the number of recess

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2314.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: Contour recessingCycle run1 Calculate the recess pos

232 Teach-in mode4.5 Recessing cyclesICP recessing cycles, axialCall the recessing cyclesSelect recessing, axial ICPThe cycle machines the number of

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2334.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: Contour recessingCycle run1 Calculate the recess pos

234 Teach-in mode4.5 Recessing cyclesICP recessing, radial finishingCall the recessing cyclesSelect recessing, radial ICPPress the Finishing run soft

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2354.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: Contour recessingCycle run1 Calculate the recess pos

236 Teach-in mode4.5 Recessing cyclesICP recessing, axial finishingCall the recessing cyclesSelect recessing, axial ICPPress the Finishing run soft k

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2374.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: Contour recessingCycle run1 Calculate the recess pos

238 Teach-in mode4.5 Recessing cyclesRecess turningThe recess turning cycles machine by alternate recessing and roughing movements. The machining pro

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2394.5 Recessing cyclesRecess turning, radialCall the recessing cyclesSelect recess turningSelect recess turning, radialThe c

24 4.6 Thread and undercut cycles ... 271Thread position, undercut position ... 271Handwheel superimposition ... 272Feed angle, thread depth, p

240 Teach-in mode4.5 Recessing cyclesCycle run1 Calculate the proportioning of cuts2 Approach the workpiece from starting point for first pass3 Execu

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2414.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: Recess turningCycle run1 Calculate the proportioning

242 Teach-in mode4.5 Recessing cyclesRecess turning, radial—expandedCall the recessing cyclesSelect recess turningSelect recess turning, radialPress

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2434.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: Recess turningBy setting the following optional para

244 Teach-in mode4.5 Recessing cyclesRecess turning, axial—expandedCall the recessing cyclesSelect recess turningSelect recess turning, axialPress th

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2454.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: Recess turningBy setting the following optional para

246 Teach-in mode4.5 Recessing cyclesRecess turning, radial finishingCall the recessing cyclesSelect recess turningSelect recess turning, radialPress

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2474.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: Recess turningCycle run1 Approach workpiece from sta

248 Teach-in mode4.5 Recessing cyclesRecess turning, axial finishingCall the recessing cyclesSelect recess turningSelect recess turning, axialPress t

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2494.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: Recess turningCycle run1 Approach workpiece from sta

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 254.9 Drilling and milling patterns ... 350Drilling pattern linear, axial ... 351Milling pattern linear, axial ... 353D

250 Teach-in mode4.5 Recessing cyclesRecess turning, radial finishing—expandedCall the recessing cyclesSelect recess turningSelect recess turning, ra

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2514.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: Recess turningBy setting the following optional para

252 Teach-in mode4.5 Recessing cyclesRecess turning, axial finishing—expandedCall the recessing cyclesSelect recess turningSelect recess turning, axi

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2534.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: Recess turningBy setting the following optional para

254 Teach-in mode4.5 Recessing cyclesICP recess turning, radialCall the recessing cyclesSelect recess turningSelect recess turning, radialThe cycle c

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2554.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: Recess turningCycle run1 Calculate the proportioning

256 Teach-in mode4.5 Recessing cyclesICP recess turning, axialCall the recessing cyclesSelect recess turningSelect recess turning, axialThe cycle cle

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2574.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: Recess turningCycle run1 Calculate the proportioning

258 Teach-in mode4.5 Recessing cyclesICP recess turning, radial finishingCall the recessing cyclesSelect recess turningSelect recess turning, radial

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2594.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: Recess turningCycle run1 Approach workpiece from sta

26 5.1 ICP contours ... 374Loading contours ... 374Form elements ... 375Machining attributes ... 375Calculation of contour geometry ... 376

260 Teach-in mode4.5 Recessing cyclesICP recess turning, axial finishingCall the recessing cyclesSelect recess turningSelect recess turning, axial IC

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2614.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: Recess turningCycle run1 Approach workpiece from sta

262 Teach-in mode4.5 Recessing cyclesUndercutting type HCall the recessing cyclesSelect undercutting HThe contour depends on the parameters defined.

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2634.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: FinishingCycle run1 Approach the workpiece from the

264 Teach-in mode4.5 Recessing cyclesUndercutting type KCall the recessing cyclesSelect undercut KThis cycle performs only one cut at an angle of 45°

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2654.5 Recessing cyclesUndercutting type UCall the recessing cyclesSelect undercutting UThis cycle machines an Undercut type

266 Teach-in mode4.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: FinishingCycle run1 Calculate the proportioning of cuts2 Appro

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2674.5 Recessing cyclesPartingCall the recessing cyclesSelect partingThe cycle parts the workpiece. If programmed, a chamfer

268 Teach-in mode4.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: PartingCycle run1 Approach the workpiece from the starting poi

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2694.5 Recessing cyclesExamples of recessing cyclesRecess outsideThe machining operation is to be executed first with the Rec

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 275.9 Contour elements on face ... 412Starting point of face contour ... 412Vertical lines on face ... 413Horizontal li

270 Teach-in mode4.5 Recessing cyclesRecess insideThe machining operation is to be executed first with the Recessing, radial—expanded cycle, taking o

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2714.6 Thread and undercut cycles4.6 Thread and undercut cyclesThread position, undercut positionThread positionThe CNC PILOT

272 Teach-in mode4.6 Thread and undercut cyclesHandwheel superimpositionIf your machine features handwheel superimposition, you can overlap axis move

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2734.6 Thread and undercut cyclesFeed angle, thread depth, proportioning of cutsWith some thread cycles, you can indicate the

274 Teach-in mode4.6 Thread and undercut cyclesLast cutAfter the cycle is finished, the CNC PILOT presents the Last cut option. In this way you can e

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2754.6 Thread and undercut cyclesThread cycle (longitudinal)Call the thread-cutting menuSelect thread cycle On: Inside threa

276 Teach-in mode4.6 Thread and undercut cyclesType of machining for technology database access: Thread cuttingCycle run1 Calculate the proportioning

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2774.6 Thread and undercut cyclesThread cycle (longitudinal)—expandedCall the thread-cutting menuSelect thread cyclePress the

278 Teach-in mode4.6 Thread and undercut cyclesType of machining for technology database access: Thread cuttingCycle run1 Calculate the proportioning

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2794.6 Thread and undercut cyclesTapered threadCall the thread-cutting menuSelect tapered thread On: Inside thread Off: Out

28 5.14 Contours in the XY plane ... 446Reference data in XY plane ... 446Starting point of contour in XY plane ... 447Vertical lines in XY pla

280 Teach-in mode4.6 Thread and undercut cyclesType of machining for technology database access: Thread cuttingParameter combinations for the taper a

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2814.6 Thread and undercut cyclesAPI threadCall the thread-cutting menuSelect API thread On: Inside thread Off: Outside thr

282 Teach-in mode4.6 Thread and undercut cyclesType of machining for technology database access: Thread cuttingParameter combinations for the taper a

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2834.6 Thread and undercut cyclesRecut (longitudinal) threadCall the thread-cutting menuSelect thread cyclePress the Recut so

284 Teach-in mode4.6 Thread and undercut cyclesCycle run1 Pre-position threading tool to center of thread groove2 Use the Take over position soft key

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2854.6 Thread and undercut cyclesRecut (longitudinal) thread—expandedCall the thread-cutting menuSelect thread cyclePress the

286 Teach-in mode4.6 Thread and undercut cyclesCycle run1 Pre-position threading tool to center of thread groove2 Use the Take over position soft key

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2874.6 Thread and undercut cyclesRecut tapered threadCall the thread-cutting menuSelect tapered threadPress the Recut soft ke

288 Teach-in mode4.6 Thread and undercut cyclesCycle run1 Pre-position threading tool to center of thread groove2 Use the Take over position soft key

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2894.6 Thread and undercut cyclesRecut API threadCall the thread-cutting menuSelect API threadPress the Recut soft key On: I

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 296.1 Simulation mode of operation ... 484Using the graphic simulation ... 485The miscellaneous functions ... 4866.2 Si

290 Teach-in mode4.6 Thread and undercut cyclesCycle run1 Pre-position threading tool to center of thread groove2 Use the Take over position soft key

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2914.6 Thread and undercut cyclesUndercut DIN 76Call the thread-cutting menuSelect Undercut DIN 76. Off: When the cycle is c

292 Teach-in mode4.6 Thread and undercut cyclesType of machining for technology database access: FinishingAll parameters that you enter will be accou

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2934.6 Thread and undercut cyclesUndercut DIN 509 ECall the thread-cutting menuSelect undercut DIN 509 E. Off: When the cycl

294 Teach-in mode4.6 Thread and undercut cyclesType of machining for technology database access: FinishingAll parameters that you enter will be accou

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2954.6 Thread and undercut cyclesUndercut DIN 509 FCall the thread-cutting menuSelect undercut DIN 509 F. Off: When the cycl

296 Teach-in mode4.6 Thread and undercut cyclesType of machining for technology database access: FinishingAll parameters that you enter will be accou

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2974.6 Thread and undercut cyclesExamples of thread and undercut cyclesExternal thread and thread undercutThe machining opera

298 Teach-in mode4.6 Thread and undercut cyclesInternal thread and thread undercutThe machining operation is to be performed in two steps. The thread

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2994.7 Drilling cycles4.7 Drilling cyclesDrilling cycles SymbolAxial/radial drilling cycleFor drilling single holes and patte

Operating panel of the CNC PILOT

30 7.1 Tool database ... 500Tool types ... 500Multipoint tools ... 501Tool life management ... 5017.2 Tool editor ... 502Sorting and filter

300 Teach-in mode4.7 Drilling cyclesDrilling, axialSelect drillingSelect drilling, axialThis cycle drills a hole on the face of the workpiece.Cycle p

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3014.7 Drilling cyclesOperating mode for technology database access depends on the tool type:  Twist drill: Drilling Indexa

302 Teach-in mode4.7 Drilling cyclesDrilling, radialSelect drillingSelect drilling, radialThis cycle drills a hole on the lateral surface of the work

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3034.7 Drilling cyclesOperating mode for technology database access depends on the tool type:  Twist drill: Drilling Indexa

304 Teach-in mode4.7 Drilling cyclesDeep-hole drilling, axialSelect drillingSelect deep-hole drilling, axialThe cycle produces a bore hole on the fac

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3054.7 Drilling cyclesOperating mode for technology database access depends on the tool type:  Twist drill: Drilling Indexa

306 Teach-in mode4.7 Drilling cyclesCycle run1 Position spindle to spindle angle C (in Manual mode, machining starts from the current spindle angle)2

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3074.7 Drilling cyclesDeep-hole drilling, radialSelect drillingSelect deep-hole drilling, radialThe cycle produces a bore hol

308 Teach-in mode4.7 Drilling cyclesOperating mode for technology database access depends on the tool type:  Twist drill: Drilling Indexable insert

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3094.7 Drilling cyclesTapping, axialSelect drillingSelect tapping, axialThis cycle is used to tap a thread on the face of a w

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 318.1 Organization mode of operation ... 5428.2 Parameters ... 543Parameter editor ... 543List of user parameters ...

310 Teach-in mode4.7 Drilling cyclesType of machining for technology database access: TappingCycle run1 Position spindle to spindle angle C (in Manua

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3114.7 Drilling cyclesTapping, radialSelect drillingSelect tapping, radialThis cycle is used to tap a thread on the lateral s

312 Teach-in mode4.7 Drilling cyclesType of machining for technology database access: TappingCycle run1 Position spindle to spindle angle C (in Manua

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3134.7 Drilling cyclesThread milling, axialSelect drillingSelect thread milling, axialThe cycle mills a thread in existing ho

314 Teach-in mode4.7 Drilling cyclesType of machining for technology database access: MillingCycle run1 Position spindle to spindle angle C (in Manua

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3154.7 Drilling cyclesExamples of drilling cyclesCentric drilling and tappingThe machining operation is to be performed in tw

316 Teach-in mode4.7 Drilling cyclesDeep-hole drillingA hole is to be bored through the workpiece outside the turning center with the cycle Deep-hole

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3174.8 Milling cycles4.8 Milling cyclesIn Teach-in mode these cycles include the activation/deactivation of the C axis and th

318 Teach-in mode4.8 Milling cyclesRapid positioning millingSelect millingSelect rapid traverse positioningThe cycle activates the C axis and positio

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3194.8 Milling cyclesSlot, axialSelect millingSelect slot, axialThis cycle mills a slot on the face of the workpiece. The slo

32 9.1 Thread pitch ... 608Thread parameters ... 608Thread pitch ... 6099.2 Undercut parameters ... 615DIN 76—undercut parameters ... 615DI

320 Teach-in mode4.8 Milling cyclesCycle run1 Activate the C axis and position to spindle angle C at rapid traverse (only in Teach-in mode)2 Calculat

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3214.8 Milling cyclesFigure, axialSelect millingSelect figure, axialDepending on the parameters, the cycle mills one of the f

322 Teach-in mode4.8 Milling cyclesG14 Tool change point (siehe Seite 140)T Turret pocket numberID Tool ID numberS Spindle speed/cutting speedF Feed

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3234.8 Milling cyclesType of machining for technology database access: MillingMFS M at beginning: M function that is executed

324 Teach-in mode4.8 Milling cyclesCycle run1 Activate the C axis and position to spindle angle C at rapid traverse (only in Teach-in mode)2 Calculat

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3254.8 Milling cyclesICP contour, axialSelect millingSelect ICP contour, axialDepending on the parameters, the cycle mills a

326 Teach-in mode4.8 Milling cyclesType of machining for technology database access: MillingJT Pocket milling (input is evaluated only for pocket mi

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3274.8 Milling cyclesCycle run1 Activate the C axis and position to spindle angle C at rapid traverse (only in Teach-in mode)

328 Teach-in mode4.8 Milling cyclesFace millingSelect millingSelect the "Face milling" cycleDepending on the parameters, the cycle mills th

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3294.8 Milling cyclesRE Rounding radius (default: 0) Polygon (Q>2): Rounding radius Circle (Q=0): circle radiusA Angle

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3310.1 Workpiece blank cycles, single cut cycles ... 64210.2 Turning cycles ... 64310.3 Recessing and recess-turning cycl

330 Teach-in mode4.8 Milling cyclesType of machining for technology database access: MillingCycle run1 Activate the C axis and position to spindle an

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3314.8 Milling cyclesSlot, radialSelect millingSelect "Slot, radial"This cycle mills a slot on the lateral surface.

332 Teach-in mode4.8 Milling cyclesCycle run1 Activate the C axis and position to spindle angle C at rapid traverse (only in Teach-in mode)2 Calculat

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3334.8 Milling cyclesFigure, radialSelect millingSelect "Figure, radial"Depending on the parameters, the cycle mill

334 Teach-in mode4.8 Milling cyclesT Turret pocket numberID Tool ID numberS Spindle speed/cutting speedF Feed per revolutionCycle parameters (second

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3354.8 Milling cyclesType of machining for technology database access: MillingMT M after T: M function that is executed after

336 Teach-in mode4.8 Milling cyclesCycle run1 Activate the C axis and position to spindle angle C at rapid traverse (only in Teach-in mode)2 Calculat

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3374.8 Milling cyclesICP contour, radialSelect millingSelect ICP contour, radialDepending on the parameters, the cycle mills

338 Teach-in mode4.8 Milling cyclesType of machining for technology database access: MillingJT Pocket milling (input is evaluated only for pocket mi

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3394.8 Milling cyclesCycle run1 Activate the C axis and position to spindle angle C at rapid traverse (only in Teach-in mode)

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340 Teach-in mode4.8 Milling cyclesHelical-slot milling, radialSelect millingSelect helical-slot milling, radialThe cycle mills a helical slot from t

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3414.8 Milling cyclesType of machining for technology database access: MillingCycle run1 Activate the C axis and position to

342 Teach-in mode4.8 Milling cyclesMilling direction for contour millingMilling direction for contour millingCycle type Cutting direction Direction o

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3434.8 Milling cyclesMilling direction for pocket millingMilling direction for pocket millingMachining Cutting direction Mach

344 Teach-in mode4.8 Milling cyclesExample of milling cycleMilling on the faceIn this example, a pocket is milled. The milling example in "9.8 I

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3454.8 Milling cyclesEngraving, axialThe "Radial engraving" cycle engraves character strings in linear or polar lay

346 Teach-in mode4.8 Milling cyclesParameters:Cycle run1 Activate the C axis and position to spindle angle C at rapid traverse, starting point X and

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3474.8 Milling cyclesEngraving, radialThe "Radial engraving" cycle engraves character strings in linear layout on t

348 Teach-in mode4.8 Milling cyclesParameters:Cycle run1 Activate the C axis and position to spindle angle C at rapid traverse, starting point X and

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3494.8 Milling cyclesEngraving, axial/radialThe CNC PILOT can realize the characters listed in the following table. The text

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 35Introduction and fundamentals

350 Teach-in mode4.9 Drilling and milling patterns4.9 Drilling and milling patternsNote on using drilling/milling patterns: Hole pattern: The CNC PI

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3514.9 Drilling and milling patternsDrilling pattern linear, axialSelect drillingSelect drilling, axialSelect deep-hole drill

352 Teach-in mode4.9 Drilling and milling patternsCycle run1 Positioning (depending on the machine configuration): Without C axis: Position to spind

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3534.9 Drilling and milling patternsMilling pattern linear, axialSelect millingPress the Pattern linear soft keySelect slot,

354 Teach-in mode4.9 Drilling and milling patternsCycle run1 Positioning (depending on the machine configuration): Without C axis: Position to spind

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3554.9 Drilling and milling patternsDrilling pattern circular, axialSelect drillingSelect drilling, axialSelect deep-hole dri

356 Teach-in mode4.9 Drilling and milling patternsCycle run1 Positioning (depending on the machine configuration): Without C axis: Position to spind

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3574.9 Drilling and milling patternsMilling pattern circular, axialCall the milling menuSelect slot, axialSelect ICP contour,

358 Teach-in mode4.9 Drilling and milling patternsCycle run1 Positioning (depending on the machine configuration): Without C axis: Position to spind

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3594.9 Drilling and milling patternsDrilling pattern linear, radial Select drillingSelect drilling, radialSelect deep-hole dr

36 Introduction and fundamentals1.1 The CNC PILOT1.1 The CNC PILOTThe CNC PILOT was conceived for CNC lathes. It is suitable for horizontal and verti

360 Teach-in mode4.9 Drilling and milling patternsCycle run1 Positioning (depending on the machine configuration): Without C axis: Position to spind

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3614.9 Drilling and milling patternsMilling pattern linear, radialSelect millingPress the Pattern linear soft keySelect slot,

362 Teach-in mode4.9 Drilling and milling patternsCycle run1 Positioning (depending on the machine configuration): Without C axis: Position to spind

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3634.9 Drilling and milling patternsDrilling pattern circular, radial Select drillingSelect drilling, radialSelect deep-hole

364 Teach-in mode4.9 Drilling and milling patternsCycle run1 Positioning (depending on the machine configuration): Without C axis: Position to spind

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3654.9 Drilling and milling patternsMilling pattern circular, radialSelect millingSelect slot, radialSelect ICP contour, radi

366 Teach-in mode4.9 Drilling and milling patternsCycle run1 Positioning (depending on the machine configuration): Without C axis: Position to spind

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3674.9 Drilling and milling patternsExamples of pattern machiningLinear hole pattern on faceA linear hole pattern is to be ma

368 Teach-in mode4.9 Drilling and milling patternsCircular hole pattern on faceA circular hole pattern is to be machined on the face of the workpiece

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3694.9 Drilling and milling patternsLinear hole pattern on lateral surfaceA linear hole pattern is to be machined on the late

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 371.2 Configuration1.2 ConfigurationIn the standard version, the control is equipped with the axes X and Z and a main spindle

370 Teach-in mode4.10 DIN cycles4.10 DIN cyclesDIN cycleSelect DIN cycleThis function allows you to select a DIN cycle (DIN subprogram) and integrate

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3714.10 DIN cyclesOperating mode for technology database access depends on the tool type:  Turning tool: Roughing Button to

372 Teach-in mode4.10 DIN cycles

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 373ICP programming

374 ICP programming5.1 ICP contours5.1 ICP contoursThe Interactive Contour Programming (ICP) feature provides graphic support when you are defining t

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3755.1 ICP contoursForm elements Chamfers and rounding arcs can be inserted at each corner of the contour. Undercuts accord

376 ICP programming5.1 ICP contoursCalculation of contour geometryThe CNC PILOT automatically calculates all missing coordinates, points of intersect

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3775.2 ICP editor in cycle mode5.2 ICP editor in cycle modeIn cycle mode you can create: Complex workpiece blank contours C

378 ICP programming5.2 ICP editor in cycle modeCreating a new contourDefine the contour name in the cycle dialog and press the Edit ICP soft key. The

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3795.3 ICP editor in smart.Turn5.3 ICP editor in smart.TurnIn smart.Turn you can make: Blank contours and auxiliary blank co

38 Introduction and fundamentals1.2 ConfigurationThe Y axisWith a Y axis you can drill and mill a workpiece on its face and lateral surfaces.During u

380 ICP programming5.3 ICP editor in smart.TurnEditing a contour in smart.TurnCreating a blank contourPress the ICP menu key, then in the ICP submenu

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3815.3 ICP editor in smart.TurnLoading a contour from the cycle editingPress the ICP menu key, then in the ICP submenu, selec

382 ICP programming5.4 Creating an ICP contour5.4 Creating an ICP contourAn ICP contour consists of individual contour elements. You program the cont

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3835.4 Creating an ICP contourPress the Contour menu key.Press the Insert element soft key.Specify the starting point.Select

384 ICP programming5.4 Creating an ICP contourFits and inside threadsWith the Inside thread fit soft key, you can display an input form for calculati

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3855.4 Creating an ICP contourPolar coordinatesEntry of Cartesian coordinates is expected as standard. With the soft keys for

386 ICP programming5.4 Creating an ICP contourContour graphicsAs soon as you have entered a contour element, the CNC PILOT checks whether the element

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3875.4 Creating an ICP contourSelection of solutionsIf the data entered for unresolved contour elements permit several possib

388 ICP programming5.4 Creating an ICP contourSelection functionsIn the ICP editor, the CNC PILOT provides various functions for selecting contour el

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3895.4 Creating an ICP contourZero point shiftWith this function, you can move a complete turning contour. Activate zero poin

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 391.2 ConfigurationFull-surface machiningFunctions like angle-synchronous part transfer with rotating spindle, traversing to

390 ICP programming5.4 Creating an ICP contourCopying a contour section in circular seriesWith this function, you can define a contour section and ap

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3915.4 Creating an ICP contourContour direction (cycle programming)The cutting direction during cycle programming depends on

392 ICP programming5.5 Editing ICP contours5.5 Editing ICP contoursThe CNC PILOT offers the following possibilities for extending or changing a progr

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3935.5 Editing ICP contoursEditing or deleting the last contour elementTo edit the last contour element: When the Change last

394 ICP programming5.5 Editing ICP contoursEditing contour elementsThe CNC PILOT provides various ways to change an existing contour. The procedure i

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3955.5 Editing ICP contoursChanging the length of the contour elementPress the Manipulate menu key. The menu displays functio

396 ICP programming5.5 Editing ICP contoursChanging the paraxial lineWhen changing a paraxial line, an additional soft key is offered with which you

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3975.5 Editing ICP contoursTransformations – ShiftingWith this function, you can move a contour by entering incremental or ab

398 ICP programming5.5 Editing ICP contoursTransformations – MirroringThis function mirrors the contour. Define the position of the mirror axis by en

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3995.6 The zoom function in the ICP editor5.6 The zoom function in the ICP editorThe zoom functions make it possible to chang

40 Introduction and fundamentals1.3 Features1.3 FeaturesConfiguration Basic version: X and Z axis, spindle Positionable spindle and driven tool C

400 ICP programming5.7 Defining the workpiece blank5.7 Defining the workpiece blankIn smart.Turn, the standard forms "bar" and "tube&q

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4015.8 Contour elements of a turning contour5.8 Contour elements of a turning contourWith the "contour elements of a tur

402 ICP programming5.8 Contour elements of a turning contourVertical linesSelect the line direction.Enter the line dimensions and define the transiti

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4035.8 Contour elements of a turning contourLine at angleSelect the line direction.Enter the line dimensions and define the t

404 ICP programming5.8 Contour elements of a turning contourCircular arcSelect the arc’s direction of rotation.Enter the arc dimensions and define th

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4055.8 Contour elements of a turning contourContour form elementsChamfer/rounding arcSelect the form elements.Select a chamfe

406 ICP programming5.8 Contour elements of a turning contourThread undercut DIN 76Select the form elements.Select Undercut DIN 76.Enter the undercut

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4075.8 Contour elements of a turning contourUndercut DIN 509 ESelect the form elements.Select undercut DIN 509 E.Enter the un

408 ICP programming5.8 Contour elements of a turning contourUndercut DIN 509 FSelect the form elements.Select undercut DIN 509 F.Enter the undercut p

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4095.8 Contour elements of a turning contourUndercut type USelect the form elements.Select the undercut type U.Enter the unde

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 411.3 FeaturesGraphic simulation Graphic depiction of the sequence of smart.Turn or DINplus programs and graphic depiction o

410 ICP programming5.8 Contour elements of a turning contourUndercut type HSelect the form elements.Select the undercut type H.Enter the undercut par

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4115.8 Contour elements of a turning contourUndercut type KSelect the form elements.Select the undercut type K.Enter the unde

412 ICP programming5.9 Contour elements on face5.9 Contour elements on faceWith the "contour elements of a face" you can create complex mil

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4135.9 Contour elements on faceIn smart.Turn, ICP generates a G100.Vertical lines on faceSelect the line direction.Enter the

414 ICP programming5.9 Contour elements on faceHorizontal lines on faceSelect the line direction.Enter the line dimensions and define the transition

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4155.9 Contour elements on faceLine at angle on faceSelect the line direction.Enter the line dimensions and define the transi

416 ICP programming5.9 Contour elements on faceCircular arc on faceSelect the arc’s direction of rotation.Enter the arc dimensions and define the tra

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4175.9 Contour elements on faceChamfer/rounding arc on faceSelect the form elements.Select a chamfer.Select rounding arc.Ente

418 ICP programming5.10 Contour elements on lateral surface5.10 Contour elements on lateral surfaceWith the "contour elements of a lateral surfa

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4195.10 Contour elements on lateral surfaceIn smart.Turn, ICP generates a G110.Parameters for defining the starting pointZS S

42 Introduction and fundamentals1.4 Data backup1.4 Data backupHEIDENHAIN recommends saving new programs and files created on a PC at regular interval

420 ICP programming5.10 Contour elements on lateral surfaceVertical lines on lateral surfaceSelect the line direction.Enter the line dimensions and d

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4215.10 Contour elements on lateral surfaceLine at angle on lateral surfaceDirection of the lineEnter the line dimensions and

422 ICP programming5.10 Contour elements on lateral surfaceCircular arc on lateral surfaceSelect the arc’s direction of rotation.Enter the arc dimens

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4235.10 Contour elements on lateral surfaceChamfer/rounding arc on lateral surfaceSelect the form elements.Select a chamfer.S

424 ICP programming5.11 C and Y axis machining in smart.Turn5.11 C and Y axis machining in smart.TurnIn smart.Turn, ICP supports the definition of mi

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4255.11 C and Y axis machining in smart.TurnReference data, nested contoursWhen describing a milling contour or hole you spec

426 ICP programming5.11 C and Y axis machining in smart.TurnRepresentation of the ICP elements in the smart.Turn programEach ICP dialog in smart.Turn

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4275.12 Face contours in smart.Turn5.12 Face contours in smart.TurnIn smart.Turn, ICP provides the following contours for mac

428 ICP programming5.12 Face contours in smart.TurnTURN PLUS attributesIn the TURN PLUS attributes you can define settings for the automatic program

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4295.12 Face contours in smart.TurnRectangle on faceYou can find the reference dimension ZR with the "select reference p

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 431.5 Explanation of terms1.5 Explanation of terms Cursor: In lists, or during data input, a list item, an input field or a

430 ICP programming5.12 Face contours in smart.TurnPolygon on faceYou can find the reference dimension ZR with the "select reference plane"

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4315.12 Face contours in smart.TurnLinear slot on faceYou can find the reference dimension ZR with the "select reference

432 ICP programming5.12 Face contours in smart.TurnHole on faceThis function defines a single hole that can contain the following elements: Centerin

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4335.12 Face contours in smart.TurnLinear pattern on faceYou can find the reference dimension ZR with the "select refere

434 ICP programming5.12 Face contours in smart.TurnCircular pattern on faceYou can find the reference dimension ZR with the "select reference pl

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4355.13 Lateral surface contours in smart.Turn5.13 Lateral surface contours in smart.TurnIn smart.Turn, ICP provides the foll

436 ICP programming5.13 Lateral surface contours in smart.TurnTURN PLUS attributesIn the TURN PLUS attributes you can define settings for the automat

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4375.13 Lateral surface contours in smart.TurnCircle on lateral surfaceYou can find the reference diameter XR with the "

438 ICP programming5.13 Lateral surface contours in smart.TurnRectangle on lateral surfaceYou can find the reference diameter XR with the "selec

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4395.13 Lateral surface contours in smart.TurnPolygon on lateral surfaceYou can find the reference diameter XR with the "

44 Introduction and fundamentals1.6 CNC PILOT design1.6 CNC PILOT designThe dialog between machinist and control takes place via: Screen Soft keys

440 ICP programming5.13 Lateral surface contours in smart.TurnLinear slot on lateral surfaceYou can find the reference diameter XR with the "sel

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4415.13 Lateral surface contours in smart.TurnCircular slot on lateral surfaceYou can find the reference diameter XR with the

442 ICP programming5.13 Lateral surface contours in smart.TurnHole on lateral surfaceThis function defines a single hole that can contain the followi

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4435.13 Lateral surface contours in smart.TurnLinear pattern on lateral surfaceYou can find the reference diameter XR with th

444 ICP programming5.13 Lateral surface contours in smart.TurnCircular pattern on lateral surfaceReference data: (siehe „Reference data of lateral su

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4455.13 Lateral surface contours in smart.TurnYou can find the reference diameter XR with the "select reference plane&qu

446 ICP programming5.14 Contours in the XY plane5.14 Contours in the XY planeIn smart.Turn, ICP provides the following contours for machining with th

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4475.14 Contours in the XY planeStarting point of contour in XY planeEnter the coordinates for the starting point and target

448 ICP programming5.14 Contours in the XY planeHorizontal lines in XY planeSelect the line direction.Enter the line dimensions and define the transi

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4495.14 Contours in the XY planeLine at angle in XY planeSelect the line direction.Enter the line dimensions and define the t

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 451.7 Fundamentals1.7 FundamentalsPosition encoders and reference marksThe machine axes are equipped with position encoders t

450 ICP programming5.14 Contours in the XY planeCircular arc in XY planeSelect the arc’s direction of rotation.Enter the arc dimensions and define th

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4515.14 Contours in the XY planeChamfer/rounding arc in XY planeSelect the form elements.Select a chamfer.Select rounding arc

452 ICP programming5.14 Contours in the XY planeCircle in XY planeYou can find the reference dimension ZR and the limit diameter IR with the "se

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4535.14 Contours in the XY planeRectangle in XY planeYou can find the reference dimension ZR and the limit diameter IR with t

454 ICP programming5.14 Contours in the XY planePolygon in XY planeYou can find the reference dimension ZR and the limit diameter IR with the "s

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4555.14 Contours in the XY planeLinear slot in XY planeYou can find the reference dimension ZR and the limit diameter IR with

456 ICP programming5.14 Contours in the XY planeCircular slot in XY planeYou can find the reference dimension ZR and the limit diameter IR with the &

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4575.14 Contours in the XY planeHole in XY planeThis hole defines a single hole that can contain the following elements: Cen

458 ICP programming5.14 Contours in the XY planeLinear pattern in XY planeYou can find the reference dimension ZR and the limit diameter IR with the

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4595.14 Contours in the XY planeCircular pattern in XY planeReference data: (siehe „Reference data in XY plane” auf Seite 446

46 Introduction and fundamentals1.7 FundamentalsCoordinate systemThe meanings of the coordinates X, Y, Z, and C are specified in DIN 66 217.The coord

460 ICP programming5.14 Contours in the XY planeSingle surface in XY planeThis function defines a surface in the XY plane.You can switch between dept

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4615.14 Contours in the XY planeCentric polygon in XY planeThis function defines polygonal surfaces in the XY plane.You can s

462 ICP programming5.15 Contours in the YZ plane5.15 Contours in the YZ planeIn smart.Turn, ICP provides the following contours for machining with th

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4635.15 Contours in the YZ planeTURN PLUS attributesIn the TURN PLUS attributes you can define settings for the automatic pro

464 ICP programming5.15 Contours in the YZ planeStarting point of contour in YZ planeEnter the coordinates for the starting point and target point in

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4655.15 Contours in the YZ planeHorizontal lines in YZ planeSelect the line direction.Enter the line dimensions and define th

466 ICP programming5.15 Contours in the YZ planeLine at angle in YZ planeSelect the line direction.Enter the line dimensions and define the transitio

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4675.15 Contours in the YZ planeCircular arc in YZ planeSelect the arc’s direction of rotation.Enter the arc dimensions and d

468 ICP programming5.15 Contours in the YZ planeChamfer/rounding arc in YZ planeSelect the form elements.Select a chamfer.Select rounding arc.Enter t

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4695.15 Contours in the YZ planeCircle in YZ planeYou can find the reference diameter XR with the "select reference plan

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 471.7 FundamentalsIncremental coordinatesIncremental coordinates are always given with respect to the last programmed positio

470 ICP programming5.15 Contours in the YZ planeRectangle in YZ planeYou can find the reference diameter XR with the "select reference plane&quo

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4715.15 Contours in the YZ planePolygon in YZ planeYou can find the reference diameter XR with the "select reference pla

472 ICP programming5.15 Contours in the YZ planeLinear slot in YZ planeYou can find the reference diameter XR with the "select reference plane&q

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4735.15 Contours in the YZ planeCircular slot in YZ planeYou can find the reference diameter XR with the "select referen

474 ICP programming5.15 Contours in the YZ planeHole in YZ planeThis hole defines a single hole that can contain the following elements: Centering

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4755.15 Contours in the YZ planeLinear pattern in YZ planeYou can find the reference diameter XR with the "select refere

476 ICP programming5.15 Contours in the YZ planeCircular pattern in YZ planeYou can find the reference diameter XR with the "select reference pl

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4775.15 Contours in the YZ planeSingle surface in YZ planeThis function defines a surface in the YZ plane.You can switch betw

478 ICP programming5.15 Contours in the YZ planeCentric polygons in YZ planeThis function defines centric polygons in the YZ plane.You can switch bet

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4795.16 Loading existing contours5.16 Loading existing contoursIntegrating cycle contours in smart.TurnICP contours that you

48 Introduction and fundamentals1.7 FundamentalsWorkpiece zero pointTo machine a workpiece, it is easier to enter all input data with respect to a ze

480 ICP programming5.16 Loading existing contoursDXF contours (option)Contours that exist in DXF format are imported with the ICP editor. You can use

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4815.16 Loading existing contoursActivate the ICP editor.Press the Contour list soft key. The ICP editor opens the window &qu

482 ICP programming5.16 Loading existing contours

Graphic simulation

484 Graphic simulation6.1 Simulation mode of operation6.1 Simulation mode of operationPress this soft key to start a graphic simulation from the foll

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4856.1 Simulation mode of operationUsing the graphic simulationThe simulation is controlled by soft keys in all operating sta

486 Graphic simulation6.1 Simulation mode of operationThe miscellaneous functionsYou use the miscellaneous functions to select the simulation window,

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4876.2 Simulation window6.2 Simulation windowSetting up the viewsWith the simulation windows described in the following you c

488 Graphic simulation6.2 Simulation windowSingle-window viewSingle-window viewOnly one view is shown in the small simulation window. You switch the

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4896.3 Views6.3 ViewsTraverse path displayRapid traverse paths are shown as a broken white line.Feed paths are displayed eith

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 491.8 Tool dimensions1.8 Tool dimensionsThe CNC PILOT requires information on the specific tools for a variety of tasks, such

490 Graphic simulation6.3 ViewsTool depictionYou adjust by soft key whether the tool cutting edge or the light dot is shown (see table at right). Th

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4916.3 Views3-D view The 3-D view menu item switches to a perspective view and shows the programmed finished part. With the

492 Graphic simulation6.3 ViewsRotating the 3-D view with the menu functionsWith the menu functions you rotate the graphic around the displayed axes

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4936.4 The zoom function6.4 The zoom functionAdjusting the visible sectionPress this soft key to activate the zoom function.

494 Graphic simulation6.4 The zoom functionModifying the section with the zoom menu When you activate the zoom menu, a red frame is shown in the sim

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4956.5 Simulation with mid-program startup6.5 Simulation with mid-program startupStartup block with smart.Turn programssmart.

496 Graphic simulation6.5 Simulation with mid-program startupMid-program startup in cycle programsFor cycle programs, you first place the cursor on a

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4976.6 Time calculation6.6 Time calculationShowing the machining timesDuring simulation, the machining and idle-machine times

498 Graphic simulation6.7 Saving the contour6.7 Saving the contourSaving the generated contour in the simulationYou can save a contour generated in t

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 499Tool and technology database

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5CNC PILOT 640, software and featuresThis manual describes functions that are available in the CNC PILOT with NC software num

50 Introduction and fundamentals1.8 Tool dimensionsTool-tip radius compensation (TRC)The tip of a lathe tool has a certain radius. When machining tap

500 Tool and technology database7.1 Tool database7.1 Tool databaseYou usually program the coordinates for the contour by taking the dimensions from t

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5017.1 Tool databaseMultipoint toolsA multipoint tool is a tool with multiple cutting edges or multiple reference points. A d

502 Tool and technology database7.2 Tool editor7.2 Tool editorSorting and filtering the tool listIn the tool list, the CNC PILOT displays important p

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5037.2 Tool editorClearing filters Press the Filter off soft key. The CNC PILOT clears the selected filters and displays th

504 Tool and technology database7.2 Tool editorEditing the tool dataAdding a new tool Press the soft key Select the tool type (see soft-key table a

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5057.2 Tool editorTool control graphicsWhen the tool dialog box is open, the CNC PILOT provides a control graphic with which

506 Tool and technology database7.2 Tool editorTool textsTool texts are assigned to the tools and displayed in the tool list. The CNC PILOT manages t

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5077.2 Tool editorEditing multipoint toolsCreating multipoint toolsFor each cutting edge, or each reference point, make a sep

508 Tool and technology database7.2 Tool editorRemoving a cutting edge from the multipoint toolPlace the cursor on a cutting edge of the multipoint t

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5097.2 Tool editorEditing tool-life dataThe CNC PILOT counts the tool age in RT and the quantity of finished parts in RZ. Whe

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 51Basics of operation

510 Tool and technology database7.2 Tool editorDiagnostic bitsThe diagnostic bits store information about the status of a tool. The bits are set eith

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5117.2 Tool editorManual change systemsA tool holder is designated as a manual change system if it can accommodate various to

512 Tool and technology database7.2 Tool editorHolder editor In the "to_hold.hld" holder table, define the holder type and the tool setting

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5137.2 Tool editorHC Holder type: A1: Boring bar holder B1: Right-hand, short design B2: Left-hand, short design B3: Righ

514 Tool and technology database7.2 Tool editorYou can create a new holder with the "New line" soft key. The new line is always added at th

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5157.2 Tool editorSetting up the holder for manual change systemsSet up the manual change system holder in the turret assignm

516 Tool and technology database7.3 Tool data7.3 Tool dataGeneral tool parametersThe parameters listed in the following table are available for all t

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5177.3 Tool dataDescription of the tool parameters Identification number (ID): The CNC PILOT needs a unique name for each to

518 Tool and technology database7.3 Tool data Tool text (QT): You can assign a tool text to each tool. The text is shown in the tool list. Because t

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5197.3 Tool dataStandard turning toolsSelect "New tool."Select lathe tools.For tools with round cutting edge, switc

52 Basics of operation2.1 General information on operation2.1 General information on operationOperation Select the desired operating mode with the c

520 Tool and technology database7.3 Tool dataRecessing toolsSelect "New tool."Select recessing tools.Recessing tools are used for recessing

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5217.3 Tool dataThread-cutting toolsSelect "New tool."Select thread-cutting tools.The help graphics illustrate the

522 Tool and technology database7.3 Tool dataTwist drills and indexable-insert drillsSelect "New tool."Select drilling tools.For indexable-

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5237.3 Tool dataNC center drillSelect "New tool."Select special tools.Select special drilling tools.Select NC cente

524 Tool and technology database7.3 Tool dataCentering toolSelect "New tool."Select special tools.Select special drilling tools.Select cent

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5257.3 Tool dataCounterboreSelect "New tool."Select special tools.Select special drilling tools.Select counterbore.

526 Tool and technology database7.3 Tool dataCountersinkSelect "New tool."Select special tools.Select special drilling tools.Select counter

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5277.3 Tool dataTapSelect "New tool."Select taps.The help graphics illustrate the dimensions of the tools.Special p

528 Tool and technology database7.3 Tool dataStandard milling toolsSelect "New tool."Select milling tools.The help graphics illustrate the

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5297.3 Tool dataThread milling toolsSelect "New tool."Select special tools.Select special milling tools.Select the

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 532.2 The CNC PILOT screen2.2 The CNC PILOT screenThe CNC PILOT shows the data to be displayed in windows. Some windows only

530 Tool and technology database7.3 Tool dataAngle cuttersSelect "New tool."Select special tools.Select special milling tools.Select angle

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5317.3 Tool dataMilling pinsSelect "New tool."Select special tools.Select special milling tools.Select milling pins

532 Tool and technology database7.3 Tool dataKnurling toolSelect "New tool."Select special tools.Select knurling tool.The help graphics ill

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5337.3 Tool dataTouch probesSelect "New tool."Select special tools.Select handling systems and touch probes.Select

534 Tool and technology database7.3 Tool dataStopper toolSelect "New tool."Select special tools.Select handling systems and touch probes.Se

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5357.3 Tool dataGripperSelect "New tool."Select special tools.Select handling systems and touch probes.Select gripp

536 Tool and technology database7.4 Technology database7.4 Technology databaseThe technology database manages the cutting data according to the machi

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5377.4 Technology databaseTechnology editorThe technology editor can be called from the Tool Editor and smart.Turn operating

538 Tool and technology database7.4 Technology databaseEditing a workpiece material or cutting material listWork material listSelect the "Work m

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5397.4 Technology databaseDisplaying/editing cutting dataDisplaying cutting data of the machining modes: Select the "Cu

54 Basics of operation2.3 Operation and data input2.3 Operation and data inputOperating modesThe active mode of operation is highlighted in the opera

540 Tool and technology database7.4 Technology databaseEditing cutting data: Call the table with cutting data. With the arrow keys, select the cutt

Organization mode of operation

542 Organization mode of operation8.1 Organization mode of operation8.1 Organization mode of operationThis mode of operation offers various functions

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5438.2 Parameters8.2 ParametersParameter editorThe parameter values are entered in the configuration editor.Each parameter ob

544 Organization mode of operation8.2 ParametersDisplaying help textsPosition the cursor on the parameter.Press the info key.The parameter editor ope

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5458.2 ParametersList of user parametersLanguage setting: Parameters: Definition of the NC and PLC conversational language /

546 Organization mode of operation8.2 ParametersGeneral settings: Parameters: System / ... Meaning... / Definition of the units of measure valid for

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5478.2 Parameters... / Tool measurement (604600)Measuring feed rate [mm/min] (604602) Feed rate for approaching the touch pro

548 Organization mode of operation8.2 ParametersSettings for the simulation: Parameters: Simulation / ... Meaning... / General settings (114800) / ..

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5498.2 ParametersSettings for fixed cycles and units: ... / Outside diameter [mm] (115301)... / Workpiece blank length [mm] (

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 552.3 Operation and data inputMenu selectionThe numerical keypad is used for activating a menu and for entering data. They ar

550 Organization mode of operation8.2 Parameters... / Zero point shift (602022)OFF The AWG does not generate a zero point shift.ON The AWG generates

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5518.2 Parameters... / Internal safety clearance (SIB) [mm] (602109) Retraction distance for deep-hole drilling "B"

552 Organization mode of operation8.2 Parameters... / Type of oversize (RAA) (602215)16 Longitudinal and transverse oversizes differ – no single over

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5538.2 Parameters... / Min. roughing transv. length (RMPL) [mm] (602224) Radius value for determination of the machining oper

554 Organization mode of operation8.2 Parameters... / Machining –ext./transverse (FAP) (602311) Strategy for finishing: 0: Full-surface finishing wi

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5558.2 Parameters... / Min. transv. finishing depth (FMPL) [mm] (602319) Value for determination of the machining operation:

556 Organization mode of operation8.2 Parameters... / Appr./ext. contour recessing (ANKSA) (602405) Approach strategy: 1: Move simultaneously in X a

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5578.2 Parameters... / Recessing width factor (SBF) (602413) Factor for determining the maximum tool offset... / Recessing/fi

558 Organization mode of operation8.2 Parameters... / Measurement oversize (MA) (602605) Oversize on the element to be measured... / Measuring cut le

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5598.2 Parameters... / Diameter tolerance/drill (BDT) [mm] (602712) For drill selection... / Milling (602800) / ... / Appr

56 Basics of operation2.3 Operation and data inputData inputInput windows comprise several input fields. You can move the cursor to the desired input

560 Organization mode of operation8.2 Parameters... / Name of the expert program Name of the expert program (without path information)... / Paramete

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5618.2 ParametersDescriptions of the most important machining parameters (processing)General settingsGlobal technology parame

562 Organization mode of operation8.2 ParametersCoolant for new unitsDefault setting for the coolant (start unit: CLT parameter): 0: Without coolant

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5638.2 ParametersGlobal parameters for finished partsCentric predrillingCentric predrilling – Tool selectionFor predrilling,

564 Organization mode of operation8.2 Parameters BBG (drilling limitation elements): Contour elements intersected by UBD1/UBD2Centric predrilling –

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5658.2 ParametersCentric predrilling – Approach and departureCentric predrilling – Safety clearancesApproach and departure T

566 Organization mode of operation8.2 ParametersCentric predrilling – MachiningRoughingRoughing – Tool standardsFurthermore: Roughing cycles are pri

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5678.2 ParametersRoughing – Machining standardsRoughing – Tool tolerancesFor tool selection, the following applies: Tool ang

568 Organization mode of operation8.2 ParametersRoughing – OversizesRoughing – Approach and departureApproach and departure are at rapid traverse (G0

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5698.2 ParametersRoughing – Machining analysisTURN PLUS uses the PLVA/PLVI parameters to define whether a roughing area is to

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 572.3 Operation and data inputList operationsCycle programs, DIN programs, tool lists, etc. are displayed as lists. You can s

570 Organization mode of operation8.2 ParametersRoughing – Machining cyclesFixed cyclesOverhang length outside [ULA]Relative length for external roug

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5718.2 ParametersFinishing – Machining standardsMachining standards Tool angle – external/longitudinal [FALEW] Point angle

572 Organization mode of operation8.2 ParametersFinishing – Tool tolerancesFor tool selection, the following applies: Tool angle (EW): EW >= mkw

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5738.2 ParametersFinishing – Machining analysisRecessing and contour recessingRecessing, contour recessing – Approach and dep

574 Organization mode of operation8.2 ParametersRecessing, contour recessing – Tool selection, oversizesApproach/departure strategy: 1: Move simulta

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5758.2 ParametersRecessing, contour recessing – MachiningEvaluation: DIN PLUSEquidistant or longitudinal [KSLA]Equidistant ov

576 Organization mode of operation8.2 ParametersThread cuttingThread cutting – Approach and departureApproach and departure are at rapid traverse (G0

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5778.2 ParametersMeasuringThe measuring parameters are assigned to the fit elements as an attribute.DrillingDrilling – Approa

578 Organization mode of operation8.2 ParametersSafety clearancesInternal safety clearance [SIBC]Retraction distance for deep-hole drilling ("B&

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5798.2 ParametersDrilling – MachiningThe parameters apply to drilling with deep-hole drilling cycle (G74).MillingMilling – Ap

58 Basics of operation2.4 Integrated calculator2.4 Integrated calculatorCalculator functionsThe calculator can be selected only from open dialogs in

580 Organization mode of operation8.2 ParametersMilling – Safety clearances and oversizesSafety clearances and oversizesSafety clearance in infeed di

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5818.3 Transfer8.3 TransferThe Transfer mode is used for data backup and data exchange via networks or USB devices. When we s

582 Organization mode of operation8.3 TransferConnections You can establish connections over the network (Ethernet) or with a USB storage device. Dat

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5838.3 TransferEthernet interface CNC PILOT 620 Network configuration settings Control name - Computer name of the control

584 Organization mode of operation8.3 TransferEthernet interface CNC PILOT 640 IntroductionThe control is shipped with a standard Ethernet card to co

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5858.3 TransferControl configurationGeneral network settings Press the DEFINE NET soft key to enter the general network sett

586 Organization mode of operation8.3 Transfer Press the Configuration button to open the Configuration menu:Setting MeaningStatus  Interface activ

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5878.3 Transfer Apply the changes with the OK button, or discard them with the Cancel button Select the Internet tab:Domain

588 Organization mode of operation8.3 Transfer Select the Ping/Routing tab to enter the ping and routing settings: Select the NFS UID/GID tab to en

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5898.3 TransferSetting MeaningDHCP server active on: IP addresses as of:Define the IP address as of which the control is to

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 592.4 Integrated calculatorCosine COSTangent TANPowers of values X^YSquare root SQRTInversion 1/xpi (3.14159265359) PIAdd val

590 Organization mode of operation8.3 TransferNetwork settings specific to the device Press the Network soft key to enter the network settings for a

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5918.3 TransferUSB connectionSelect the Organization mode and plug the USB storage device in at the USB port on the CNC PILOT

592 Organization mode of operation8.3 TransferData transfer optionsThe CNC PILOT manages DIN programs, DIN subprograms, cycle programs and ICP contou

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5938.3 TransferTransferring programs (files)Selecting the program groupPress the Transfer soft key (login required).Press the

594 Organization mode of operation8.3 TransferSelecting the programIn the window on the left, the CNC PILOT shows a file list of the control. The fil

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5958.3 TransferTransferring parametersParameters are backed up in two steps:  Creating a parameter backup: The parameters ar

596 Organization mode of operation8.3 TransferTransferring tool dataTools are backed up in two steps:  Creating a tool backup: The parameters are ar

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5978.3 TransferSelection for the content of backup files: Tools Tool texts Technology data Probes Tool holdersPath and f

598 Organization mode of operation8.3 TransferService filesService files contain various log files used by the service department for troubleshooting

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5998.3 TransferCreating a data backup fileA data backup performs the following steps: Copies the program files to the transf

6 New functions of software 688945-02 In the program simulation, the current contour description (of work-piece blank and finished part) can be mirr

60 Basics of operation2.4 Integrated calculatorAdjusting the position of the calculatorYou can move the calculator as follows: Move the calculator w

600 Organization mode of operation8.3 TransferImporting NC programs from predecessor controlsThe program formats of the predecessor controls MANUALpl

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 6018.3 TransferUse the cursor keys to select the folder, then press the Enter key to switch to the right window.With the curs

602 Organization mode of operation8.3 Transfer M functions are left unchanged. Calling ICP contours: When an ICP contour is called, the converter p

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 6038.3 TransferRemember the following when converting DIN programs of the CNC PILOT 4290: Tool call (T commands of the TURRE

604 Organization mode of operation8.3 TransferImporting tool data of the CNC PILOT 4290The format of the tool list of the CNC PILOT 4290 differs from

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 6058.4 Service pack8.4 Service packIf changes or additional features are required in the control software, your machine tool

606 Organization mode of operation8.4 Service packThe CNC PILOT checks whether the service pack can be used for the current software version of the c

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 607Tables and overviews

608 Tables and overviews9.1 Thread pitch9.1 Thread pitchThread parametersTo determine the thread parameters, the CNC PILOT uses the following table.W

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 6099.1 Thread pitchThread pitchQ = 2 Metric ISO threadQ=12 Nonstandard thread – – – – –Q=13 UNC US coarse thread External * 0

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 612.5 Types of programs2.5 Types of programsThe CNC PILOT supports the following programs/contours: Teach-in programs (cycle

610 Tables and overviews9.1 Thread pitchQ = 8 Cylindrical round threadQ = 9 Cylindrical Whitworth threadQ = 10 Tapered Whitworth threadDiameter Threa

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 6119.1 Thread pitchQ = 11 Whitworth pipe threadQ = 13 UNC US coarse threadThread designationDiameter (in mm)Thread pitchThrea

612 Tables and overviews9.1 Thread pitchQ = 14 UNF US fine-pitch threadQ = 15 UNEF US extra-fine-pitch threadThread designationDiameter (in mm)Thread

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 6139.1 Thread pitchQ = 16 NPT US taper pipe threadQ = 17 NPTF US taper dryseal pipe threadQ = 18 NPSC U.S. cylindrical pipe t

614 Tables and overviews9.1 Thread pitchQ = 19 NPFS U.S. cylindrical pipe thread without lubricantThread designationDiameter (in mm)Thread pitchThrea

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 6159.2 Undercut parameters9.2 Undercut parametersDIN 76—undercut parametersThe CNC PILOT determines the parameters for the th

616 Tables and overviews9.2 Undercut parametersFor internal threads, the CNC PILOT calculates the depth of the thread undercut according to the follo

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 6179.2 Undercut parametersDIN 509 E – undercut parametersThe undercut parameters are determined from the cylinder diameter.Wh

618 Tables and overviews9.3 Technical information9.3 Technical informationSpecificationsComponents  MC 6441, MC6542 or MC 7420 main computer with C

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 6199.3 Technical informationUser functionsConfiguration  Basic version: X and Z axis, spindle Y axis (optional) Driven too

62 Basics of operation2.6 The error messages2.6 The error messagesDisplay of errorsThe CNC PILOT generates error messages when it detects problems su

620 Tables and overviews9.3 Technical informationProgramming – Teach-in mode (optional)  Turning cycles for simple and complex contours, and contour

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 6219.3 Technical informationB-axis machining (optional)  Machining with the B axis Tilting the working plane Rotating the

622 Tables and overviews9.3 Technical informationDINplus programming  Programming in DIN 66025 format Extended command format (IF... THEN ... ELSE.

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 6239.3 Technical informationTool database  For 250 tools For 999 tools (optional) Tool description can be entered for ever

624 Tables and overviews9.3 Technical informationConversational languages  ENGLISH GERMAN CZECH FRENCH ITALIAN SPANISH PORTUGUESE SWEDISH DA

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 6259.3 Technical informationOption numberOption ID Description0 to 7 Additional Axis 354540-01353904-01353905-01367867-013678

626 Tables and overviews9.3 Technical information55 C-axis machining 633944-01 C-axis machining63 TURN PLUS 825743-01 Automatic generation of smart.T

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 6279.4 Compatibility in DIN programs9.4 Compatibility in DIN programsThe format of DIN programs of the CNC PILOT 4290 predece

628 Tables and overviews9.4 Compatibility in DIN programs Warnings may occur for the thread functions G31, G32, G33; it is recommended to test these

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 6299.4 Compatibility in DIN programsSyntax elements of the CNC PILOT 640Meaning of the symbols used in the table:þ Compatible

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 632.6 The error messagesDetailed error messagesThe CNC PILOT displays possible causes of the error and suggestions for solvin

630 Tables and overviews9.4 Compatibility in DIN programsG commands for turning contoursWorkpiece-blank definition G20-Geo Chuck part, cylinder/tube

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 6319.4 Compatibility in DIN programsG commands for C-axis contoursOverlapping contours G308-Geo Start of pocket/island þG309-

632 Tables and overviews9.4 Compatibility in DIN programsG commands for Y-axis contoursXY plane G170-Geo Starting point of contour þG171-Geo Line seg

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 6339.4 Compatibility in DIN programsYZ plane G180-Geo Starting point of contour þG181-Geo Line segment þG182-Geo Circular arc

634 Tables and overviews9.4 Compatibility in DIN programsFeed rate and spindle speed Gx26 Speed limitation þG48 Reduce rapid traverse XG64 Interrupte

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 6359.4 Compatibility in DIN programsSafety clearances G47 Set safety clearances þG147 Safety clearance (milling cycles) þTool

636 Tables and overviews9.4 Compatibility in DIN programsContour-based turning cycles G810 Longitudinal roughing cycle þG820 Face roughing cycle þG83

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 6379.4 Compatibility in DIN programsSpindle synchronization, workpiece transferG30 Converting and mirroring þG121 Contour mir

638 Tables and overviews9.4 Compatibility in DIN programsVariable programming, program branchesProgramming with variables # variables Evaluation duri

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 6399.4 Compatibility in DIN programsOther G codesOther G codes G4 Dwell time þG7 Precision stop on þG8 Precision stop off þG9

64 Basics of operation2.6 The error messagesClearing errorsClearing errors outside of the error window: Open the error window. To clear the error/m

640 Tables and overviews9.4 Compatibility in DIN programsB-axis and Y-axis machiningWorking planes G16 Tilting working plane þG17 XY plane (front or

Overview of cycles

642 Overview of cycles10.1 Workpiece blank cycles, single cut cycles10.1 Workpiece blank cycles, single cut cyclesWorkpiece blank cycles PageOverview

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 64310.2 Turning cycles10.2 Turning cyclesTurning cycles PageOverview 158Cut longitudinalRoughing and finishing cycle for simp

644 Overview of cycles10.3 Recessing and recess-turning cycles10.3 Recessing and recess-turning cyclesRecessing cycles PageOverview212Recessing, radi

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 64510.4 Thread cycles10.4 Thread cyclesThread cycles PageOverview 271Thread cycleLongitudinal single or multi-start thread275

646 Overview of cycles10.5 Drilling cycles10.5 Drilling cyclesDrilling cycles PageOverview 299Axial drilling cycleFor drilling single holes and patte

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 64710.6 Milling cycles10.6 Milling cyclesMilling cycles PageOverview 317Rapid traverse positioningActivate C axis; position t

648 Overview of cycles10.6 Milling cycles

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 649IndexAAbsolute coordinates ... 46Additive compensation ... 116Additive compensation for cycle programming ... 140Alphanume

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 652.6 The error messagesKeystroke log fileThe CNC PILOT stores keystrokes and important events (e.g. system startup) in the k

650 IndexFFeed angle ... 273Feed rate ... 84Feed rate reduction for drillingCycle programmingDeep-hole drilling ... 305, 308Drilling cycle ... 301, 3

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 651IndexIICP starting point of contour in XY plane ... 447ICP starting point of contour in YZ plane ... 464ICP starting point

652 IndexRRecess turning with ICP, radial finishing ... 258Recess turning, axial ... 240Recess turning, axial finishing ... 248Recess turning, axial

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 653IndexTTransfer ... 581TransformationsMirroring ... 398Rotating ... 397Shifting ... 397Turning cycles ... 158Turning cycles

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66 Basics of operation2.7 TURNguide context-sensitive help system2.7 TURNguide context-sensitive help systemApplicationThe TURNguide context-sensitiv

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 672.7 TURNguide context-sensitive help systemWorking with the TURNguideCalling the TURNguideThere are several ways to start t

68 Basics of operation2.7 TURNguide context-sensitive help systemNavigating in the TURNguideIt's easiest to use the mouse to navigate in the TUR

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 692.7 TURNguide context-sensitive help systemSelect the page last shownPage forward if you have used the "Select page la

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 7New functions of software 688945-03 and 68894x-01 In the Organization mode of operation, you can grant or restrict access t

70 Basics of operation2.7 TURNguide context-sensitive help systemSubject indexThe most important subjects in the Manual are listed in the subject ind

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 712.7 TURNguide context-sensitive help systemDownloading current help filesYou’ll find the help files for your control softwa

72 Basics of operation2.7 TURNguide context-sensitive help systemSlovenian (software option) TNC:\tncguide\slNorwegian TNC:\tncguide\noSlovak TNC:\tn

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 73Machine mode of operation

74 Machine mode of operation3.1 Machine mode of operation3.1 Machine mode of operationThe Machine mode of operation includes all functions for machin

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 753.2 Switch-on / Switch-off3.2 Switch-on / Switch-offSwitch-onThe CNC PILOT displays the startup status. When the system has

76 Machine mode of operation3.2 Switch-on / Switch-offTraversing the reference marksWhether a reference run is necessary depends on the encoders used

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 773.2 Switch-on / Switch-offSwitch-offGo to the main level of the Machine mode of operationActivate the error window Press th

78 Machine mode of operation3.3 Machine data3.3 Machine dataInput of machine dataIn Manual mode, you enter the information for tool, spindle speed an

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 793.3 Machine dataTSF dialog box with input of all cutting data Select Set T, S, F (only available in Manual mode)Define the

8  The new TURN PLUS function automatically generates NC pro-grams for turning and milling operations based on a fixed machining sequence (see smart

80 Machine mode of operation3.3 Machine dataSelect the workpiece spindle for machining with WP: Main drive Opposing spindle for rear-face machining

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 813.3 Machine dataDistance-to-go and protection zone status: Distance-to-go display and display of status of protection zone

82 Machine mode of operation3.3 Machine dataSlide display and cycle status Upper field: Setting of the override control Lower field with white back

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 833.3 Machine dataOverride display of the active spindle F: Feed rate  R: Rapid traverse  S: Spindle Utilization of the dr

84 Machine mode of operation3.3 Machine dataCycle statusesThe CNC PILOT shows the current cycle status with the cycle symbol (see table at right).Axi

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 853.4 Setting up a tool list3.4 Setting up a tool listMachine with turretThe tools used are listed in the turret list. The ID

86 Machine mode of operation3.4 Setting up a tool listTools in different quadrantsExample: The principal tool carrier of your lathe is in front of th

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 873.4 Setting up a tool listFilling the turret list from the databaseThe turret list indicates the current assignment of the

88 Machine mode of operation3.4 Setting up a tool listFilling the turret listThe turret assignment indicates the current assignment of the tool carri

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 893.4 Setting up a tool listTool callT is the identification letter for the tool holder. ID designates the tool ID number. Th

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 9New functions of software 68894x-02 The "Zero point shift" miscellaneous function was introduced in ICP (siehe au

90 Machine mode of operation3.4 Setting up a tool listTool life monitoringIf desired, you can have the CNC PILOT monitor tool life or the number of p

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 913.4 Setting up a tool listResetting the tool life in the turret listSelect Set T, S, F (only available in Manual mode)Open

92 Machine mode of operation3.5 Machine setup3.5 Machine setupThe machine always requires a few preparations, regardless of whether you are machining

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 933.5 Machine setupDefining the workpiece zero pointIn the dialog, the distance between the machine zero point and the workpi

94 Machine mode of operation3.5 Machine setupDefining offsetsBefore using zero point shifts with G53, G54 and G55, you need to define the offset valu

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 953.5 Machine setupHoming the axesIt is possible to home axes that have already been homed. Here you can select individual ax

96 Machine mode of operation3.5 Machine setupSetting the protection zoneWith active protection zone monitoring, the CNC PILOT checks for every moveme

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 973.5 Machine setupDefining the tool change positionWith the cycle Move to tool change position or the DIN command G14, the s

98 Machine mode of operation3.5 Machine setupSetting C-axis valuesThe "Set C-axis values" function enables you to define a zero point shift

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 993.5 Machine setupSetting up machine dimensionsThe "Set up machine dimensions" function allows you to save any pos