Tnc model, software and features, Intended area of application – HEIDENHAIN TNC 320 (340 551-02) User Manual
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HEIDENHAIN TNC 320
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TNC Model, Software and Features
This manual describes functions and features provided by TNCs as of
the following NC software numbers.
The machine tool builder adapts the usable features of the TNC to his
machine by setting machine parameters. Some of the functions
described in this manual may not be among the features provided by
the TNC on your machine tool.
TNC functions that may not be available on your machine include:
Probing function for the 3-D touch probe
Rigid tapping
Returning to the contour after an interruption
In addition, the TNC 320 also has software options that can be enabled
by your machine tool builder.
Please contact your machine tool builder to become familiar with the
features of your machine.
Many machine manufacturers, as well as HEIDENHAIN, offer
programming courses for the TNCs. We recommend these courses as
an effective way of enhancing your TNC programming skill and sharing
information and ideas with other TNC users.
Intended Area of Application
The TNC complies with the limits for a Class A device in accordance
with the specifications in EN 55022, and is intended for use primarily
in industrially-zoned areas.
TNC model
NC software number
TNC 320
340 551-xx
Software option
Additional axis for 4 axes and open-loop spindle
Additional axis for 5 axes and open-loop spindle
Cylinder surface interpolation (Cycles 27, 28 and 29)