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4 path contours—cartesian coordinates, Overview of path functions, Programming path functions – HEIDENHAIN TNC 640 (34059x-01) ISO programming User Manual

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Programming: Programming Contours

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6.4 Path Contours—Cartesian

Coordinates

Overview of path functions

Programming path functions

You can program path functions conveniently by using the gray path
function keys. In further dialogs, you are prompted by the TNC to
make the required entries.

Function

Path function key

Tool movement

Required input

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Line L

Straight line

Coordinates of the end
points of the straight line

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Chamfer CHF

Chamfer between two
straight lines

Chamfer side length

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Circle Center CC

None

Coordinates of the circle
center or pole

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Circle C

Circular arc around a circle
center CC to an arc end point

Coordinates of the arc end
point, direction of rotation

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Circular arc CR

Circular arc with a certain
radius

Coordinates of the arc end
point, arc radius, direction of
rotation

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Circular arc CT

Circular arc with tangential
connection to the preceding
and subsequent contour
elements

Coordinates of the arc end
point

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Corner Rounding RND

Circular arc with tangential
connection to the preceding
and subsequent contour
elements

Rounding radius R

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If you enter DIN/ISO functions via a connected USB
keyboard, make sure that capitalization is active.