Positioning Axes (P2)
11.1
Brief description
Axes for auxiliary movements
In addition to axes for machining a workpiece, modern machine tools can also be equipped
with axes for auxiliary movements, e.g.:
● Axis for tool magazine
● Axis for tool turret
● Axis for workpiece transport
● Axis for pallet transport
● Axis for loader (also multi-axis)
● Axis for tool changer
● Axis for sleeve assembly/end support
The axes for the workpiece machining are called path axes. Within the channel they are
guided by the interpolator such that they start simultaneously, accelerate, reach the end
point and stop together.
Extended Functions
Function Manual, 03/2009, 6FC5397-1BP10-4BA0
11
785