Heidenhain SW 68894x-02 Bedienungsanleitung

User’s ManualCNC PILOT 640NC Software688946-02688947-02English (en)1/2014

10 New functions of software 68894x-02 The "Zero point shift" miscellaneous function was introduced in ICP (see also "Zero point shif

100 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 1013.6 Tool measurementTouch probe (tool touch probe)In the tool table, enter the tool you want to measureInsert a measured t

102 Machine mode of operation3.6 Tool measurementOptical gaugeIn the tool table, enter the tool you want to measureInsert a measured tool and enter t

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1033.6 Tool measurementTool compensationThe tool compensation in X and Z as well as the special compensation for recessing to

104 Machine mode of operation3.7 "Manual Operation" operating mode3.7 "Manual Operation" operating modeWith manual workpiece mach

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1053.7 "Manual Operation" operating modeManual direction keysWith the manual direction keys, you can move the axes

106 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 1073.9 Program Run mode3.9 Program Run modeLoading a programIn Program Run mode, you use Teach-in and DIN programs for parts

108 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 1093.9 Program Run modeFinding a start blockMid-program startup means entering into an NC program at a selected point. In sma

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 11 About this manualAbout this manualThe symbols used in this manual are described below.Do you want any changes, or have you

110 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 1113.9 Program Run modeEntering compensation values during program runTool compensation Activate the tool compensationEnter t

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1133.9 Program Run mode Activate the additive compensationEnter the number of the additive compensationPress the Delete soft

114 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 1153.10 Graphic simulation3.10 Graphic simulationThe graphic simulation feature enables you to check the machining sequence,

116 Machine mode of operation3.11 Program management3.11 Program managementProgram selectionProgram Run automatically loads the most recently used pr

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1173.11 Program managementFile managerWith the functions of the program organization you can copy, delete and otherwise manip

118 Machine mode of operation3.11 Program managementProject managementYou can make your own project folder in the project management so that you can

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1193.12 Conversion into DIN format3.12 Conversion into DIN formatThe Convert to DIN function enables you to convert a Teach-i

12 About this manual

120 Machine mode of operation3.13 Units of measure3.13 Units of measureThe CNC PILOT is operating in either the metric or inch system. The units and

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 121Teach-in mode

122 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 1234.1 Working with cyclesHelp graphicsThe functions and parameters of the Teach-in cycles are illustrated in the graphic sup

124 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 1254.1 Working with cyclesSwitching functions (M functions)The CNC PILOT generates all switching functions that are necessary

126 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 1274.1 Working with cyclesSoft keys in cycle programming: Depending on the type of cycle, you define the variants of the cycl

128 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 1294.2 Workpiece blank cycles4.2 Workpiece blank cyclesWorkpiece blank SymbolBar/tube blank Define the standard blankICP work

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 13ContentsIntroduction and fundamentals1Basics of operation2Machine mode of operation3Teach-in mode4ICP programming5Graphic s

130 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 1314.2 Workpiece blank cyclesICP workpiece blank contourSelect define the blankSelect ICP workpiece blank contourThe cycle in

132 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 1334.3 Single cut cyclesRapid traverse positioningCall the single-cut menuSelect rapid traverse positioningThe tool moves at

134 Teach-in mode4.3 Single cut cyclesApproaching the tool change positionCall the single-cut menuSelect rapid traverse positioningActivate the T-Cha

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1354.3 Single cut cyclesLinear machining, longitudinalCall the single-cut menuSelect longitudinal linear machining Off: When

136 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 1374.3 Single cut cyclesLinear machining at angleCall the single-cut menuSelect linear machining at angle Off: When the cycl

138 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 1394.3 Single cut cyclesCircular machiningCall the single-cut menuSelect circular machining (counterclockwise)Select circular

140 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 1414.3 Single cut cyclesChamferCall the single-cut menuSelect chamfer Off: When the cycle is completed, the tool remains at

142 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 1434.3 Single cut cyclesRounding arcCall the single-cut menuSelect rounding Off: When the cycle is completed, the tool remai

144 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 1454.3 Single cut cyclesM functionsMachine commands (M functions) are not executed until Cycle start has been pressed. With t

146 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 1474.4 Turning cyclesTool positionIt is important that you observe the tool positions (starting point X, Z) before executing

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1494.4 Turning cyclesRoughing, longitudinalSelect cut, longitudinal/transverseSelect cut longitudinalThe cycle roughs the rec

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 151.1 The CNC PILOT ... 341.2 Configuration ... 35Slide position ... 35Tool carrier systems ... 35The C axis ... 35

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1514.4 Turning cyclesCut, transverseSelect cut, longitudinal/transverseSelect cut transverseThe cycle roughs the rectangle de

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1534.4 Turning cyclesRoughing, longitudinal—expandedSelect cut, longitudinal/transverseSelect cut longitudinalPress the Expan

154 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 1554.4 Turning cyclesRoughing, transverse—expandedSelect cut, longitudinal/transverseSelect cut transversePress the Expanded

156 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 1574.4 Turning cyclesFinishing cut, longitudinalSelect cut, longitudinal/transverseSelect cut longitudinalPress the Finishing

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1594.4 Turning cyclesFinishing cut, longitudinal—expandedSelect cut, longitudinal/transverseSelect cut longitudinalPress the

16 2.1 General information on operation ... 50Operation ... 50Setup ... 50Programming – Teach-in mode ... 50Programming – smart.Turn ... 50

160 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 1614.4 Turning cyclesFinishing cut, transverse—expandedSelect cut, longitudinal/transverseSelect cut transversePress the Expa

162 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 1634.4 Turning cyclesCut, longitudinal plungeSelect cut, longitudinal/transverseSelect plunge, longitudinalThe cycle roughs t

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1654.4 Turning cyclesCut, transverse plungeSelect cut, longitudinal/transverseSelect plunge, transverseThe cycle roughs the a

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1674.4 Turning cyclesCut, longitudinal plunging—expandedSelect cut, longitudinal/transverseSelect plunge, longitudinalPress t

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 cyclesCut, transverse plunging—expandedSelect cut, longitudinal/transverseSelect plunge, transversePress the E

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 173.1 Machine mode of operation ... 723.2 Switch-on / Switch-off ... 73Switch-on ... 73Monitoring EnDat encoders ...

170 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 1714.4 Turning cyclesCut, longitudinal finishing plungeSelect cut, longitudinal/transverseSelect plunge, longitudinalPress th

172 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 1734.4 Turning cyclesType of machining for technology database access: FinishingCycle run1 Move in transverse direction from

174 Teach-in mode4.4 Turning cyclesCut, longitudinal finishing plunge—expandedSelect cut, longitudinal/transverseSelect plunge, longitudinalPress the

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1754.4 Turning cyclesType of machining for technology database access: FinishingBy setting the following optional parameters,

176 Teach-in mode4.4 Turning cyclesCut, transverse finishing plunge—expandedSelect cut, longitudinal/transverseSelect plunge, transversePress the Exp

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1774.4 Turning cyclesType of machining for technology database access: FinishingBy setting the following optional parameters,

178 Teach-in mode4.4 Turning cyclesCut, ICP contour-parallel, longitudinalSelect cut, longitudinal/transverseSelect ICP contour-parallel, longitudina

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1794.4 Turning cyclesType of machining for technology database access: RoughingCycle run1 Calculate the proportioning of cuts

18 3.8 Teach-in mode ... 106Teach-in mode ... 106Programming Teach-in cycles ... 1063.9 Program Run mode ... 107Loading a program ... 107Co

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1814.4 Turning cyclesType of machining for technology database access: RoughingCycle run1 Calculate the proportioning of cuts

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1834.4 Turning cyclesType of machining for technology database access: FinishingCycle run1 Move paraxially from the starting

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1854.4 Turning cyclesType of machining for technology database access: FinishingCycle run1 Move paraxially from the starting

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1874.4 Turning cyclesType of machining for technology database access: RoughingCycle run1 Calculate the proportioning of cuts

188 Teach-in mode4.4 Turning cyclesICP cutting, transverseSelect cut, longitudinal/transverseSelect ICP cutting, transverseThe cycle machines the are

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1894.4 Turning cyclesType of machining for technology database access: RoughingCycle run1 Calculate the proportioning of cuts

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 194.1 Working with cycles ... 122Cycle starting point ... 122Help graphics ... 123DIN macros ... 123Graphical test ru

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1914.4 Turning cyclesType of machining for technology database access: FinishingCycle run1 Move paraxially from the starting

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1934.4 Turning cyclesType of machining for technology database access: FinishingCycle run1 Move paraxially from the starting

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1954.4 Turning cyclesRoughing and finishing an inside contourThe shaded area from AP (starting point of contour) to EP (conto

196 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 1974.4 Turning cyclesSecond step:The area that was left out in the first step (shaded area in the figure) is machined with th

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 1994.5 Recessing cyclesUndercut positionThe CNC PILOT determines the position of an undercut from the cycle parameters for st

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

20 4.4 Turning cycles ... 146Tool position ... 147Roughing, longitudinal ... 149Cut, transverse ... 151Roughing, longitudinal—expanded ...

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2014.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: contour recessingCycle run1 Calculate the recess pos

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2034.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: contour recessingCycle run1 Calculate the recess pos

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2054.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: contour recessingBy setting the following optional p

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2074.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: contour recessingBy setting the following optional p

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2094.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: contour recessingCycle run1 Calculate the recess pos

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 214.5 Recessing cycles ... 198Cutting and infeed directions for recessing cycles ... 198Undercut position ... 199Contou

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2114.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: contour recessingCycle run1 Calculate the recess pos

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2134.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: contour recessingBy setting the following optional p

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2154.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: contour recessingBy setting the following optional p

216 Teach-in mode4.5 Recessing cyclesICP recessing cycles, radialCall the recessing cyclesSelect recessing, radial ICP.The cycle machines the number

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 cyclesICP recessing cycles, axialCall the recessing cyclesSelect recessing, axial ICPThe cycle machines the number of

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2194.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: contour recessingCycle run1 Calculate the recess pos

22 4.6 Thread and undercut cycles ... 257Thread position, undercut position ... 257Handwheel superimposition ... 258Feed angle, thread depth, p

220 Teach-in mode4.5 Recessing cyclesICP recessing, radial finishingCall the recessing cyclesSelect recessing, radial ICP.Press the Finishing run sof

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2214.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: contour recessingCycle run1 Calculate the recess pos

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

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 cyclesRecess turningThe recess turning cycles machine by alternate recessing and roughing movements. The machining pro

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2254.5 Recessing cyclesRecess turning, radialCall the recessing cyclesSelect recess turningSelect recess turning, radialThe c

226 Teach-in mode4.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: Recess turningCycle run1 Calculate the proportioning of cuts2

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2274.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: Recess turningCycle run1 Calculate the proportioning

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2294.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: Recess turningBy setting the following optional para

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 234.9 Drilling and milling patterns ... 336Linear drilling pattern, axial ... 337Milling pattern linear, axial ... 339D

230 Teach-in mode4.5 Recessing cyclesRecessing turning, axial—expandedCall the recessing cyclesSelect recess turningSelect recess turning, axialPress

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2314.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: Recess turningBy setting the following optional para

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2334.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: Recess turningCycle run1 Approach workpiece from sta

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2354.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: Recess turningCycle run1 Approach workpiece from sta

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2374.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: Recess turningBy setting the following optional para

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2394.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: Recess turningBy setting the following optional para

24 5.1 ICP contours ... 360Loading contours ... 360Form elements ... 361Machining attributes ... 361Calculation of contour geometry ... 362

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

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 cyclesICP recess turning, axialCall the recessing cyclesSelect recess turningSelect recess turning, axialThe cycle cle

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2434.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: Recess turningCycle run1 Calculate the proportioning

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2454.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: Recess turningCycle run1 Approach workpiece from sta

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

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 cyclesUndercutting type HCall the recessing cyclesSelect undercutting HThe contour depends on the parameters defined.

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2494.5 Recessing cyclesType of machining for technology database access: FinishingCycle run1 Approach the workpiece from the

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 255.9 Contour elements on face ... 398Starting point of face contour ... 398Vertical lines on face ... 399Horizontal li

250 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 2514.5 Recessing cyclesUndercutting type UCall the recessing cyclesSelect undercutting UThis cycle machines an Undercut type

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2534.5 Recessing cyclesPartingCall the recessing cyclesSelect partingThe cycle parts the workpiece. If programmed, a chamfer

254 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 2554.5 Recessing cyclesExamples of recessing cyclesRecess outsideThe machining operation is to be executed first with the Rec

256 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 2574.6 Thread and undercut cycles4.6 Thread and undercut cyclesThread position, undercut positionThread positionThe CNC PILOT

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2594.6 Thread and undercut cyclesThread run-in / thread run-outThe slide requires a run-in distance to accelerate to the prog

26 5.14 Contours in the XY plane ... 432Reference data in XY plane ... 432Starting point of contour in XY plane ... 433Vertical lines in XY pla

260 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 2614.6 Thread and undercut cyclesThread cycle (longitudinal)Call the thread-cutting menuSelect thread cycle On: Internal thr

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2634.6 Thread and undercut cyclesThread cycle (longitudinal)—expandedCall the thread-cutting menuSelect thread cyclePress the

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2654.6 Thread and undercut cyclesTapered threadCall the thread-cutting menuSelect tapered thread  On: Internal thread Off:

266 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 2674.6 Thread and undercut cyclesAPI threadCall the thread-cutting menuSelect API thread On: Internal thread Off: External

268 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 2694.6 Thread and undercut cyclesRecut (longitudinal) threadCall the thread-cutting menuSelect thread cyclePress the Recut so

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 276.1 Simulation mode of operation ... 468Using the graphic simulation ... 469The miscellaneous functions ... 4706.2 Si

270 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 2714.6 Thread and undercut cyclesRecut (longitudinal) thread—expandedCall the thread-cutting menuSelect thread cyclePress the

272 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 2734.6 Thread and undercut cyclesRecut tapered threadCall the thread-cutting menuSelect tapered threadPress the Recut soft ke

274 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 2754.6 Thread and undercut cyclesRecut API threadCall the thread-cutting menuSelect API threadPress the Recut soft key On: I

276 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 2774.6 Thread and undercut cyclesUndercut DIN 76Call the thread-cutting menuSelect Undercut DIN 76 Off: When the cycle is co

278 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 2794.6 Thread and undercut cyclesUndercut DIN 509 ECall the thread-cutting menuSelect undercut DIN 509 E Off: When the cycle

28 7.1 Tool database ... 484Tool types ... 484Multipoint tools ... 485Tool life management ... 4857.2 Tool editor ... 486Tool list ... 48

280 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 2814.6 Thread and undercut cyclesUndercut DIN 509 FCall the thread-cutting menuSelect undercut DIN 509 F Off: When the cycle

282 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 2834.6 Thread and undercut cyclesExamples of thread and undercut cyclesExternal thread and thread undercutThe machining opera

284 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 2854.7 Drilling cycles4.7 Drilling cyclesDrilling cycles SymbolAxial/radial drilling cycleFor drilling single holes and patte

286 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 2874.7 Drilling cyclesOperating mode for technology database access depends on the tool type:  Twist drill: Boring and drill

288 Teach-in mode4.7 Drilling cyclesRadial drillingSelect drillingSelect drilling, radialThis cycle drills a hole on the lateral surface of the workp

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2894.7 Drilling cyclesOperating mode for technology database access depends on the tool type:  Twist drill: Boring and drill

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 298.1 Organization mode of operation ... 5208.2 Parameters ... 521Parameter editor ... 521List of user parameters ...

290 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 2914.7 Drilling cyclesOperating mode for technology database access depends on the tool type:  Twist drill: Boring and drill

292 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 2934.7 Drilling cyclesDeep-hole drilling, radialSelect drillingSelect deep hole, radialThe cycle produces a bore hole on the

294 Teach-in mode4.7 Drilling cyclesOperating mode for technology database access depends on the tool type:  Twist drill: Boring and drilling Borin

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 2954.7 Drilling cyclesTapping, axialSelect drillingSelect tapping, axialThis cycle is used to tap a thread on the face of a w

296 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 2974.7 Drilling cyclesTapping, radialSelect drillingSelect tapping, radialThis cycle is used to tap a thread on the lateral s

298 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 2994.7 Drilling cyclesThread milling, axialSelect drillingSelect thread milling, axialThe cycle mills a thread in existing ho

Operating panel of the CNC PILOT

30 9.1 Thread pitch ... 572Thread parameters ... 572Thread pitch ... 5739.2 Undercut parameters ... 579DIN 76—undercut parameters ... 579DI

300 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 3014.7 Drilling cyclesExamples of drilling cyclesCentric drilling and tappingThe machining operation is to be performed in tw

302 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 3034.8 Milling cycles4.8 Milling cyclesIn Teach-in mode these cycles include the activation/deactivation of the C axis and th

304 Teach-in mode4.8 Milling cyclesRapid positioning millingSelect milling Select rapid traverse positioningThe cycle activates the C axis and positi

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3054.8 Milling cyclesSlot, axialSelect milling Select slot, axialThis cycle mills a slot on the face of the workpiece. The sl

306 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 3074.8 Milling cyclesFigure, axialSelect milling Select figure, axialDepending on the parameters, the cycle mills one of the

308 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 3094.8 Milling cyclesType of machining for technology database access: MillingSCI Safety clearance in the working planeSCK S

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3110.1 Workpiece blank cycles, single cut cycles ... 60610.2 Turning cycles ... 60710.3 Recessing and recess-turning cycl

310 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 3114.8 Milling cyclesICP contour, axialSelect milling Select ICP contour, axialDepending on the parameters, the cycle mills a

312 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 3134.8 Milling cyclesCycle run1 Activate the C axis and position to spindle angle C at rapid traverse (only in Teach-in mode)

314 Teach-in mode4.8 Milling cyclesFace millingSelect milling Select the "Face milling" cycleDepending on the parameters, the cycle mills t

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3154.8 Milling cyclesRE Rounding radius (default: 0) Polygon (Q>2): Rounding radius Circle (Q=0): Radius of circleA Ang

316 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 3174.8 Milling cyclesSlot, radialSelect milling Select "Slot, radial"This cycle mills a slot on the lateral surface

318 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 3194.8 Milling cyclesFigure, radialSelect milling Select "Figure, radial"Depending on the parameters, the cycle mil

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320 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 3214.8 Milling cyclesType of machining for technology database access: MillingMT M after T: M function that is executed after

322 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 3234.8 Milling cyclesICP contour, radialSelect milling Select ICP contour, radialDepending on the parameters, the cycle mills

324 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 3254.8 Milling cyclesCycle run1 Activate the C axis and position to spindle angle C at rapid traverse (only in Teach-in mode)

326 Teach-in mode4.8 Milling cyclesHelical-slot milling, radialSelect milling Select helical-slot milling, radialThe cycle mills a helical slot from

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3274.8 Milling cyclesType of machining for technology database access: MillingCycle run1 Activate the C axis and position to

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3294.8 Milling cyclesMilling direction for pocket millingMilling direction for pocket millingMachining Cutting direction Mach

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 33Introduction and fundamentals

330 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 3314.8 Milling cyclesEngraving, axialThe "Radial engraving" cycle engraves character strings in linear or polar lay

332 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 3334.8 Milling cyclesEngraving, radialThe "Radial engraving" cycle engraves character strings in linear layout on t

334 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 3354.8 Milling cyclesEngraving, axial/radialThe CNC PILOT can realize the characters listed in the following table. The text

336 Teach-in mode4.9 Drilling and milling patterns4.9 Drilling and milling patternsNote on using drilling/milling patterns: Drilling patterns: The C

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3374.9 Drilling and milling patternsLinear drilling pattern, axialSelect drillingSelect drilling, axialSelect deep-hole drill

338 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 3394.9 Drilling and milling patternsMilling pattern linear, axialSelect milling Press the Pattern linear soft keySelect slot,

34 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

340 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 3414.9 Drilling and milling patternsDrilling pattern circular, axialSelect drillingSelect drilling, axialSelect deep-hole dri

342 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 3434.9 Drilling and milling patternsMilling pattern circular, axialCall the milling menuSelect slot, axialSelect ICP contour,

344 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 3454.9 Drilling and milling patternsDrilling pattern linear, radial Select drillingSelect drilling, radialSelect deep-hole dr

346 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 3474.9 Drilling and milling patternsLinear milling pattern, radialSelect milling Press the Pattern linear soft keySelect slot

348 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 3494.9 Drilling and milling patternsDrilling pattern circular, radial Select drillingSelect drilling, radialSelect deep-hole

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 351.2 Configuration1.2 ConfigurationIn the standard version, the control is equipped with the axes X and Z and a main spindle

350 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 3514.9 Drilling and milling patternsCircular milling pattern, radialSelect milling Select slot, radialSelect ICP contour, rad

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 patternsExamples of pattern machiningLinear hole pattern on faceA linear hole pattern is to be ma

354 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 3554.9 Drilling and milling patternsLinear hole pattern on lateral surfaceA linear hole pattern is to be machined on the late

356 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 3574.10 DIN cyclesIn the DIN subprogram you can assign texts and help graphics to the transfer values (see "Subprograms&

358 Teach-in mode4.10 DIN cycles

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 359ICP programming

36 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

360 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 3615.1 ICP contoursForm elements Chamfers and rounding arcs can be inserted at each corner of the contour. Undercuts accord

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3635.2 ICP editor in cycle mode5.2 ICP editor in cycle modeIn cycle mode you can create: Complex workpiece blank contours C

364 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 3655.3 ICP editor in smart.Turn5.3 ICP editor in smart.TurnIn smart.Turn you can make: Blank contours and auxiliary blank co

366 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 3675.3 ICP editor in smart.TurnLoading a contour from the cycle editingPress the ICP menu key, then in the ICP submenu, selec

368 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 3695.4 Creating an ICP contourPress the Contour menu key.Press the Insert element soft key.Specify the starting point.Select

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 371.2 ConfigurationFull-surface machiningFunctions like angle-synchronous part transfer with rotating spindle, traversing to

370 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 3715.4 Creating an ICP contourPolar coordinatesEntry of Cartesian coordinates is expected as standard. With the soft keys for

372 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 3735.4 Creating an ICP contourSelection of solutionsIf the data entered for unresolved contour elements permit several possib

374 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 3755.4 Creating an ICP contourZero point shiftWith this function, you can move a complete turning contour. Activate zero poin

376 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 3775.4 Creating an ICP contourContour direction (cycle programming)The cutting direction during cycle programming depends on

378 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 3795.5 Editing ICP contoursEditing or deleting the last contour elementTo edit the last contour element: When the Change last

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

380 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 3815.5 Editing ICP contoursChanging the length of the contour elementPress Manipulate. The menu displays functions for trimmi

382 ICP programming5.5 Editing ICP contoursShifting a contourPress Manipulate. The menu displays functions for trimming, editing and deleting contour

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3835.5 Editing ICP contoursTransformations – RotatingWith this function you can rotate a contour about a center of rotation.

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 3855.6 The zoom function in the ICP editor5.6 The zoom function in the ICP editorThe zoom functions make it possible to chang

386 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 3875.8 Contour elements of a turning contour5.8 Contour elements of a turning contourWith the "contour elements of a tur

388 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 3895.8 Contour elements of a turning contourLine at angleSelect the line direction.Enter the line dimensions and define the t

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 391.3 FeaturesGraphic simulation Graphic depiction of the sequence of smart.Turn or DINplus programs and graphic depiction o

390 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 3915.8 Contour elements of a turning contourContour form elementsChamfer/rounding arcSelect the form elements.Select a chamfe

392 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 3935.8 Contour elements of a turning contourUndercut DIN 509 ESelect the form elements.Select undercut DIN 509 E.Enter the un

394 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 3955.8 Contour elements of a turning contourUndercut type USelect the form elements.Select the undercut type U.Enter the unde

396 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 3975.8 Contour elements of a turning contourUndercut type KSelect the form elements.Select the undercut type K.Enter the unde

398 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 3995.9 Contour elements on faceIn smart.Turn, ICP generates a G100.Vertical lines on faceSelect the line direction.Enter the

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

400 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 4015.9 Contour elements on faceLine at angle on faceSelect the line direction.Enter the line dimensions and define the transi

402 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 4035.9 Contour elements on faceChamfer/rounding arc on the faceSelect the form elements.Select a chamfer.Select rounding arc.

404 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 4055.10 Contour elements on lateral surfaceIn smart.Turn, ICP generates a G110.HC Milling/drilling attribute: 1: Contour mil

406 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 4075.10 Contour elements on lateral surfaceLine at angle on lateral surfaceDirection of the lineEnter the line dimensions and

408 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 4095.10 Contour elements on lateral surfaceChamfers/rounding arcs on a lateral surfaceSelect the form elements.Select a chamf

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 411.5 Explanation of terms1.5 Explanation of terms Cursor: In lists, or during data input, a list item, an input field or a

410 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 4115.11 C and Y axis machining in smart.TurnReference data, nested contoursWhen describing a milling contour or hole you spec

412 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 4135.12 Face contours in smart.Turn5.12 Face contours in smart.TurnIn smart.Turn, ICP provides the following contours for mac

414 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 4155.12 Face contours in smart.TurnRectangle on faceYou can find the reference dimension ZR with the "select reference p

416 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 4175.12 Face contours in smart.TurnLinear slot on faceYou can find the reference dimension ZR with the "select reference

418 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 4195.12 Face contours in smart.TurnLinear pattern on faceYou can find the reference dimension ZR with the "select refere

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

420 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 4215.13 Lateral surface contours in smart.Turn5.13 Lateral surface contours in smart.TurnIn smart.Turn, ICP provides the foll

422 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 4235.13 Lateral surface contours in smart.TurnCircle on lateral surfaceYou can find the reference diameter XR with the "

424 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 4255.13 Lateral surface contours in smart.TurnPolygon on lateral surfaceYou can find the reference diameter XR with the "

426 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 4275.13 Lateral surface contours in smart.TurnCircular slot on lateral surfaceYou can find the reference diameter XR with the

428 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 4295.13 Lateral surface contours in smart.TurnLinear pattern on lateral surfaceYou can find the reference diameter XR with th

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 431.7 Fundamentals1.7 FundamentalsPosition encoders and reference marksThe machine axes are equipped with position encoders t

430 ICP programming5.13 Lateral surface contours in smart.TurnCircular pattern on lateral surfaceReference data: (see "Reference data of lateral

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4315.13 Lateral surface contours in smart.TurnYou can find the reference diameter XR with the "select reference plane&qu

432 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 4335.14 Contours in the XY planeStarting point of contour in XY planeEnter the coordinates for the starting point and target

434 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 4355.14 Contours in the XY planeLine at angle in XY planeSelect the line direction.Enter the line dimensions and define the t

436 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 4375.14 Contours in the XY planeChamfer/rounding arc in XY planeSelect the form elements.Select a chamfer.Select rounding arc

438 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 4395.14 Contours in the XY planeRectangle in XY planeYou can find the reference dimension ZR and the limit diameter IR with t

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

440 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 4415.14 Contours in the XY planeLinear slot in XY planeYou can find the reference dimension ZR and the limit diameter IR with

442 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 4435.14 Contours in the XY planeHole in XY planeThis hole defines a single hole that can contain the following elements: Cen

444 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 4455.14 Contours in the XY planeCircular pattern in XY planeReference data: (see "Reference data in XY plane" on pa

446 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 4475.14 Contours in the XY planeCentric polygon in XY planeThis function defines polygonal surfaces in the XY plane.You can s

448 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 4495.15 Contours in the YZ planeTURN PLUS attributesIn the TURN PLUS attributes you can define settings for the automatic pro

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 451.7 FundamentalsIncremental coordinatesIncremental coordinates are always given with respect to the last programmed positio

450 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 4515.15 Contours in the YZ planeHorizontal lines in YZ planeSelect the line direction.Enter the line dimensions and define th

452 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 4535.15 Contours in the YZ planeCircular arc in YZ planeSelect the arc’s direction of rotation.Enter the arc dimensions and d

454 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 4555.15 Contours in the YZ planeCircle in YZ planeYou can find the reference diameter XR with the "select reference plan

456 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 4575.15 Contours in the YZ planePolygon in YZ planeYou can find the reference diameter XR with the "select reference pla

458 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 4595.15 Contours in the YZ planeHole in YZ planeThis hole defines a single hole that can contain the following elements: Cen

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

460 ICP programming5.15 Contours in the YZ planeLinear pattern in YZ planeYou can find the reference diameter XR with the "select reference plan

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4615.15 Contours in the YZ planeCircular pattern in YZ planeYou can find the reference diameter XR with the "select refe

462 ICP programming5.15 Contours in the YZ planeSingle surface in YZ planeThis function defines a surface in the YZ plane.You can switch between dept

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4635.15 Contours in the YZ planeCentric polygons in YZ planeThis function defines centric polygons in the YZ plane.You can sw

464 ICP programming5.16 Loading existing contours5.16 Loading existing contoursIntegrating cycle contours in smart.TurnICP contours that you have cre

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4655.16 Loading existing contoursDXF contours (option)Contours that exist in DXF format are imported with the ICP editor. You

466 ICP programming5.16 Loading existing contoursActivate the ICP editor.Press the Contour list soft key. The ICP editor opens the window "Selec

Graphic simulation

468 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 4696.1 Simulation mode of operationUsing the graphic simulationThe simulation is controlled by soft keys in all operating sta

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 471.8 Tool dimensions1.8 Tool dimensionsThe CNC PILOT requires information on the specific tools for a variety of tasks, such

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4716.2 Simulation window6.2 Simulation windowSetting up the viewsWith the simulation windows described in the following you c

472 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 4736.3 Views6.3 ViewsTraverse path displayRapid traverse paths are shown as a broken white line.Feed paths are displayed eith

474 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 4756.3 Views3-D view The "3-D View" menu item switches to a perspective view. With the 3-D view, you can display t

476 Graphic simulation6.4 The zoom function6.4 The zoom functionAdjusting the visible sectionPress this soft key to activate the zoom function. With

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4776.4 The zoom functionModifying the section with the zoom menu When you activate the zoom menu, a red frame is shown in th

478 Graphic simulation6.5 Simulation with mid-program startup6.5 Simulation with mid-program startupStartup block with smart.Turn programssmart.Turn

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4796.5 Simulation with mid-program startupMid-program startup in cycle programsFor cycle programs, you first place the cursor

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

480 Graphic simulation6.6 Time calculation6.6 Time calculationShowing the machining timesDuring simulation, the machining and idle-machine times are

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4816.7 Saving the contour6.7 Saving the contourSaving the generated contour in the simulationYou can save a contour generated

482 Graphic simulation6.7 Saving the contour

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 483Tool and technology database

484 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 4857.1 Tool databaseMultipoint toolsA multipoint tool is a tool with multiple cutting edges or multiple reference points. A d

486 Tool and technology database7.2 Tool editor7.2 Tool editorTool listIn the tool list, the CNC PILOT displays important parameters and the tool des

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4877.2 Tool editorEditing the tool dataAdding a new tool Press the soft key Select the tool type (see soft-key table at rig

488 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 4897.2 Tool editorEditing multipoint toolsCreating multipoint toolsFor each cutting edge, or each reference point, make a sep

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 49Basics of operation

490 Tool and technology database7.2 Tool editorRemoving complete multipoint toolsPlace the cursor on a cutting edge of the multipoint tool.Press the

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4917.2 Tool editorEditing tool-life dataThe CNC PILOT counts the tool age in RT and the quantity of finished parts in RZ. Whe

492 Tool and technology database7.2 Tool editorManual change systemsA tool holder is designated as a manual change system if it can accommodate vario

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4937.2 Tool editorHolder table In the "to_hold.hld" holder table, define the holder type and the tool setting dimen

494 Tool and technology database7.2 Tool editorHC Holder type: A1: Boring bar holder B1: Right-hand, short design B2: Left-hand, short design B3:

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4957.2 Tool editorYou can create a new holder with the "New line" soft key. The new line is always added at the end

496 Tool and technology database7.2 Tool editorSetting up the holder for manual change systemsSet up the manual change system holder in the turret as

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4977.3 Tool data7. 3 To o l d a t aGeneral tool parametersThe parameters listed in the following table are available for all

498 Tool and technology database7.3 Tool dataDescription of the tool parameters Identification number (ID): The CNC PILOT needs a unique name for ea

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 4997.3 Tool data Tool text (QT): You can assign a tool text to each tool. The text is shown in the tool list. Because the to

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

500 Tool and technology database7.3 Tool dataStandard turning toolsSelect "New tool."Select lathe tools.For tools with round cutting edge,

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5017.3 Tool dataRecessing toolsSelect "New tool."Select recessing tools.Recessing tools are used for recessing, par

502 Tool and technology database7.3 Tool dataThread-cutting toolsSelect "New tool."Select thread-cutting tools.The help graphics illustrate

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5037.3 Tool dataTwist drills and indexable-insert drillsSelect "New tool."Select drilling tools.For indexable-inser

504 Tool and technology database7.3 Tool dataNC center drillSelect "New tool."Select special tools.Select special drilling tools.Select NC

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5057.3 Tool dataCentering toolSelect "New tool."Select special tools.Select special drilling tools.Select centering

506 Tool and technology database7.3 Tool dataCounterboreSelect "New tool."Select special tools.Select special drilling tools.Select counter

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5077.3 Tool dataCountersinkSelect "New tool."Select special tools.Select special drilling tools.Select counterbore.

508 Tool and technology database7.3 Tool dataTapSelect "New tool."Select taps.The help graphics illustrate the dimensions of the tools.Spec

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5097.3 Tool dataStandard milling toolsSelect "New tool."Select milling tools.The help graphics illustrate the dimen

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 512.2 The CNC PILOT screen2.2 The CNC PILOT screenThe CNC PILOT shows the data to be displayed in windows. Some windows only

510 Tool and technology database7.3 Tool dataThread milling toolsSelect "New tool."Select special tools.Select special milling tools.Select

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5117.3 Tool dataAngle cuttersSelect "New tool."Select special tools.Select special milling tools.Select angle cutte

512 Tool and technology database7.3 Tool dataMilling pinsSelect "New tool."Select special tools.Select special milling tools.Select milling

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5137.3 Tool dataTouch probesSelect "New tool."Select special tools.Select handling systems and touch probes.Select

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5157.4 Technology databaseTechnology editorThe technology editor can be called from the Tool Editor and smart.Turn operating

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5177.4 Technology databaseDisplaying/editing cutting dataDisplaying cutting data of the machining modes: Select the "Cu

518 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

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

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5218.2 Parameters8.2 ParametersParameter editorThe parameter values are entered in the configuration editor.Each parameter ob

522 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 5238.2 ParametersList of user parametersLanguage setting: Parameter: NC and PLC conversational language settings / ... / N

524 Organization mode of operation8.2 ParametersGeneral settings: Parameter: System / ... Meaning... / Definition of the units of measure valid for t

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5258.2 ParametersSettings for the simulation: Parameter: Simulation / ... Meaning... / General settings (114800) / ... / R

526 Organization mode of operation8.2 ParametersSettings for fixed cycles and units: Parameters: processing / ... Meaning... / General settings (6020

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5278.2 ParametersMachining parameters (processing)General settingsGlobal technology parameters – Safety clearancesMachining p

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5298.2 ParametersGlobal parameters for finished partsCentric predrillingCentric predrilling – Tool selectionFor predrilling,

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 532.3 Operation and data inputMenu selectionThe numerical keypad is used for activating a menu and for entering data. They ar

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5318.2 ParametersCentric predrilling – Approach and departureCentric predrilling – Safety clearancesApproach and departure T

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5338.2 ParametersRoughing – Machining standardsRoughing – Tool tolerancesFor tool selection, the following applies: Tool ang

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5358.2 ParametersRoughing – Machining analysisTURN PLUS uses the PLVA/PLVI parameters to define whether a roughing area is to

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5378.2 ParametersFinishing – Machining standardsMachining standards Tool angle – external/longitudinal [FALEW] Point angle

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5398.2 ParametersFinishing – Machining analysisRecessing and contour recessingRecessing, contour recessing – Approach and dep

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

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5418.2 ParametersRecessing, contour recessing – MachiningEvaluation: DIN PLUSEquidistant or longitudinal [KSLA]Equidistant ov

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5438.2 ParametersMeasuringThe measuring parameters are assigned to the fit elements as an attribute.DrillingDrilling – Approa

544 Organization mode of operation8.2 ParametersDrilling – Safety clearancesDrilling – MachiningThe parameters apply to drilling with deep-hole drill

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5458.2 ParametersMillingMilling – Approach and departureApproach and departure are at rapid traverse (G0).Milling – Safety cl

546 Organization mode of operation8.3 Transfer8.3 TransferThe Transfer mode is used for data backup and data exchange via networks or USB devices. Wh

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5478.3 TransferConnectionsYou can establish connections over the network (Ethernet) or with a USB storage device. Data is tra

548 Organization mode of operation8.3 TransferEthernet interface CNC PILOT 620 Network configuration settings Control name - Computer name of the co

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5498.3 TransferEthernet interface CNC PILOT 640 IntroductionThe control is shipped with a standard Ethernet card to connect t

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 552.3 Operation and data inputAlphanumeric keyboardYou enter letters and special characters with the screen keypad or (if ava

550 Organization mode of operation8.3 TransferControl configurationGeneral network settings Press the DEFINE NET soft key to enter the general netwo

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5518.3 Transfer Press the Configuration button to open the Configuration menu:Setting MeaningStatus  Interface active:Conne

552 Organization mode of operation8.3 Transfer Apply the changes with the OK button, or discard them with the Cancel button Select the Internet tab

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5538.3 Transfer Select the Ping/Routing tab to enter the ping and routing settings: Select the NFS UID/GID tab to enter the

554 Organization mode of operation8.3 TransferSetting MeaningDHCP server active on: IP addresses as of:Define the IP address as of which the control

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5558.3 TransferNetwork settings specific to the device Press the Network soft key to enter the network settings for a specif

556 Organization mode of operation8.3 TransferUSB connectionSelect the Organization mode and plug the USB storage device in at the USB port on the CN

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5578.3 TransferData transfer optionsThe CNC PILOT manages DIN programs, DIN subprograms, cycle programs and ICP contours in d

558 Organization mode of operation8.3 TransferTransferring programs (files)Selecting the program groupPress the Transfer soft key (login required).Pr

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5598.3 TransferSelecting the programIn the window on the left, the CNC PILOT shows a file list of the control. The files of t

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

560 Organization mode of operation8.3 TransferTransferring parametersParameters are backed up in two steps:  Creating a parameter backup: The parame

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5618.3 TransferTransferring tool dataTools are backed up in two steps:  Creating a tool backup: The parameters are archived

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5638.3 TransferCreating a data backup fileA data backup performs the following steps: Copies the program files to the transf

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5658.3 TransferUse the cursor keys to select the folder, then press the Enter key to switch to the right window.With the curs

566 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 5678.3 TransferRemember the following when converting DIN programs of the CNC PILOT 4290: Tool call (T commands of the TURRE

568 Organization mode of operation8.4 Service pack8.4 Service packIf changes or additional features are required in the control software, your machin

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5698.4 Service packThe CNC PILOT checks whether the service pack can be used for the current software version of the control.

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 572.4 Integrated calculatorSine SINCosine COSTangent TANPowers of values X^YSquare root SQRTInversion 1/xpi (3.14159265359) P

570 Organization mode of operation8.4 Service pack

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 571Tables and overviews

572 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 5739.1 Thread pitchThread pitchQ = 2 Metric ISO threadQ=12 Nonstandard thread – – – – –Q=13 UNC US coarse thread External * 0

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5759.1 Thread pitchQ = 11 Whitworth pipe threadQ = 13 UNC US coarse threadThread designationDiameter (in mm)Thread pitchThrea

576 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 5779.1 Thread pitchQ = 16 NPT US taper pipe threadQ = 17 NPTF US taper dryseal pipe threadQ = 18 NPSC U.S. cylindrical pipe t

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5799.2 Undercut parameters9.2 Undercut parametersDIN 76—undercut parametersThe CNC PILOT determines the parameters for the th

58 Basics of operation2.4 Integrated calculatorAdjusting the position of the calculatorYou can move the calculator as follows: Shift the soft-key me

580 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 5819.2 Undercut parametersDIN 509 E – undercut parametersThe undercut parameters are determined from the cylinder diameter.Wh

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5839.3 Technical informationUser functionsConfiguration  Basic version: X and Z axis, spindle Y axis (optional) Positionab

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5859.3 Technical informationB-axis machining (optional)  Machining with the B axis Tilting the working plane Rotating the

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5879.3 Technical informationTool database  For 250 tools For 999 tools (optional) Tool description can be entered for ever

588 Tables and overviews9.3 Technical informationAccessoriesElectronic handwheels  HR 180 panel-mounted handwheels with connection to position input

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5899.3 Technical informationOption numberOption ID Description0 to 6 Additional axis 354540-01353904-01353905-01367867-013678

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 592.5 Types of programs2.5 Types of programsThe CNC PILOT supports the following programs/contours: Teach-in programs (cycle

590 Tables and overviews9.3 Technical information42 Software option DXF import 632231-01 DXF import Loading of DXF contours54 B-axis machining 82574

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5919.4 Compatibility in DIN programs9.4 Compatibility in DIN programsThe format of DIN programs of the CNC PILOT 4290 predece

592 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 5939.4 Compatibility in DIN programsSyntax elements of the CNC PILOT 640Meaning of the symbols used in the table:þ Compatible

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5959.4 Compatibility in DIN programsG commands for C-axis contoursOverlapping contours G308-Geo Start of pocket/island þG309-

596 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 5979.4 Compatibility in DIN programsYZ plane G180-Geo Starting point of contour þG181-Geo Line segment þG182-Geo Circular arc

598 Tables and overviews9.4 Compatibility in DIN programsFeed rate and spindle speed Gx26 Speed limitation þG48 Acceleration (slope) G64 Interrupted

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 5999.4 Compatibility in DIN programsSafety clearances G47 Set safety clearances þG147 Safety clearance (milling cycles) þTool

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

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

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 6019.4 Compatibility in DIN programsSpindle synchronization, workpiece transferG30 Converting and mirroring þG121 Contour mir

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 6039.4 Compatibility in DIN programsOther G functionsOther G functions G4 Dwell Time þG7 Precision stop on þG8 Precision stop

604 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

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 60710.2 Turning cycles10.2 Turning cyclesTurning cycles PageOverview 146Cut longitudinalRoughing and finishing cycle for simp

608 Overview of cycles10.3 Recessing and recess-turning cycles10.3 Recessing and recess-turning cyclesRecessing cycles PageOverview198Recessing, radi

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 60910.4 Thread cycles10.4 Thread cyclesThread cycles PageOverview 257Thread cycleLongitudinal single or multi-start thread261

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 612.6 The error messagesDetailed error messagesThe CNC PILOT displays possible causes of the error and suggestions for solvin

610 Overview of cycles10.5 Drilling cycles10.5 Drilling cyclesDrilling cycles PageOverview 285Axial drilling cycleFor drilling single holes and patte

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 61110.6 Milling cycles10.6 Milling cyclesMilling cycles PageOverview 303Rapid traverse positioningActivate C axis; position t

612 Overview of cycles10.6 Milling cycles

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 613IndexAAbsolute coordinates ... 44Additive compensation ... 112Additive compensation for cycle programming ... 128Alphanume

614 IndexFFeed angle ... 258Feed rate ... 82Feed rate reduction for drillingCycle programmingDeep-hole drilling ... 291, 294Drilling cycle ... 287, 2

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 615IndexIICP rounding arc on face ... 403ICP rounding arc on lateral surface ... 409ICP selection functions ... 374ICP select

616 IndexPPattern, linear drilling pattern, radial ... 345Pattern, linear milling pattern, axial ... 339Pattern, linear milling pattern, radial ... 3

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 617IndexTTool compensation ... 103, 111Tool dimensions, fundamentals ... 47Tool editor ... 486Tool life monitoring ... 88Tool

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 632.6 The error messagesKeystroke log fileThe CNC PILOT stores keystrokes and important events (e.g. system startup) in the k

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 652.7 TURNguide context-sensitive help systemWorking with the TURNguideCalling the TURNguideThere are several ways to start t

66 Basics of operation2.7 TURNguide context-sensitive help systemNavigating in the TURNguideIt’s easiest to use the mouse to navigate in the TURNguid

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 672.7 TURNguide context-sensitive help systemSelect the page last shownPage forward if you have used the "select page la

68 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 640 692.7 TURNguide context-sensitive help systemDownloading current help filesYou’ll find the help files for your control softwa

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 7 The spindle synchronization option G720 synchronizes the shaft speeds of two or more spindles so that they rotate synchron

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 71Machine mode of operation

72 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 640 733.2 Switch-on / Switch-off3.2 Switch-on / Switch-offSwitch-onThe CNC PILOT displays the startup status. When the system has

74 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 640 753.2 Switch-on / Switch-offSwitch-offGo to the main level of the Machine mode of operationActivate the error window Press th

76 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 640 773.3 Machine dataSelect Set T, S, F (only available in Manual mode)Define the parametersConclude data inputSelecting the wor

78 Machine mode of operation3.3 Machine dataMachine data displayElements of machine data displayPosition display X, Y, Z, W: Distance between tool ti

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 793.3 Machine dataT number display T number of the inserted tool Tool compensation valuesFor all of T displays: T highligh

8 New functions of software 688945-03 and 688946-01 In the Organization mode of operation, you can grant or restrict access to the control by using

80 Machine mode of operation3.3 Machine dataSlide display and cycle status Upper field: Setting of the override control Middle field: Programmed fe

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 813.3 Machine dataCycle statusesThe CNC PILOT shows the current cycle status with the cycle symbol (see table at right).Displ

82 Machine mode of operation3.3 Machine dataAxis feed rateF is the identification letter for feed data. Depending on which mode of the Feed rate soft

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 833.4 Setting up a tool list3.4 Setting up a tool listMachine with turretThe tools used are listed in the turret list. The ID

84 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 640 853.4 Setting up a tool listFilling the turret list from the databaseThe turret list indicates the current assignment of the

86 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 640 873.4 Setting up a tool listTool callT is the identification letter for the tool holder. ID designates the tool ID number. Th

88 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 640 893.5 Machine setup3.5 Machine setupThe machine always requires a few preparations, regardless of whether you are machining a

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 9 The new TURN PLUS function automatically generates NC programs for turning and milling operations based on a fixed machini

90 Machine mode of operation3.5 Machine setupDefining the workpiece zero pointIn the dialog, the distance between the machine zero point and the work

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 913.5 Machine setupHoming the axesIt is possible to home axes that have already been homed. Here you can select individual ax

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 933.5 Machine setupDefining the tool change positionWith the cycle Move to tool change position or the DIN command G14, the s

94 Machine mode of operation3.5 Machine setupSetting C-axis valuesThe "Set C-axis values" enables you to define a datum shift for the workp

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 953.5 Machine setupSetting up machine dimensionsThe "Set up machine dimensions" function allows you to save any pos

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 973.5 Machine setupDisplaying operating timesIn the Service menu, you can view different operating times:Select Setting upSel

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

HEIDENHAIN CNC PILOT 640 993.6 Tool measurement3.6 Tool measurementThe CNC PILOT supports tool calibration By touch-off. The setup dimensions are det