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G53.1 Tool axis direction control
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After G68.2 sets a tilted working plane, G53.1 turns the rotary axes so the tool points straight at that plane.
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Format
G53.1
How it works
One shot, group 00. Needs G68.2 active.
Example program
G68.2 X0. Y0. Z0. I0. J30. K0. (TILT PLANE 30 DEG)
G53.1 (ROTARIES TURN TOOL NORMAL TO PLANE)
G43 H10 Z1. (LENGTH COMP)
G69 (CANCEL TILTED PLANE)
G53.1 (ROTARIES TURN TOOL NORMAL TO PLANE)
G43 H10 Z1. (LENGTH COMP)
G69 (CANCEL TILTED PLANE)
Example is in inch. Check offsets and clearances first.
Watch out for
- The rotary axes move at rapid. Make sure the tool is clear of the part and fixture.
- This is a 5 axis option. Machine kinematics must be set by the builder.
Related codes
G53.1 on other controls
The same number can mean something different on another control.
| Control | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Mazak (EIA) | Tool axis normal to tilted plane |
| Mitsubishi M70 M80 | Tool axis direction control |
| Hurco WinMax (NC) | Machine coordinate move at feed |
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