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G84.2 Prepare for right hand rigid tap
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Sets up the spindle drive for G84.1 rigid tapping. Program it just before the G84.1 line.
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Format
G84.2
How it works
Set up code for the next rigid tap.
Example program
N3 G0 G90 G54 X1. Y1. S500 (RPM FOR TAP)
N4 G43 H5 Z1. M8
N5 G84.2 (PREPARE FOR RIGID TAP)
N6 G84.1 G99 R0+.2 Z-.6 F25.
…
N4 G43 H5 Z1. M8
N5 G84.2 (PREPARE FOR RIGID TAP)
N6 G84.1 G99 R0+.2 Z-.6 F25.
…
The full 5-line example is in the app. Example is in inch. Check offsets and clearances first.
Watch out for
- Do not start the spindle with M3 for a rigid tap. The cycle runs the spindle.
Related codes
G84.2 on other controls
The same number can mean something different on another control.
| Control | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Fanuc | Rigid tapping, FS15 format |
| Mazak (EIA) | Synchronous tapping cycle |
| Mach3 Mach4 | Rigid tapping right hand, Mach4 |
| Hurco WinMax (NC) | Rigid tap right hand (ISNC) |
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