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G06 Tangential arc, Cartesian
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Cuts an arc that joins the previous contour element tangentially and ends at X Y. No center or radius is needed. Klartext: CT X Y.
Format
G06 X Y [F]
Addresses
| Address | What it does |
|---|---|
X Y | End point of the tangential arc |
F | Feed rate |
How it works
Modal path function.
Example program
N130 G01 X+95 *
N140 Y+40 *
N150 G06 X+40 Y+5 *
N160 G01 X+5 *
N140 Y+40 *
N150 G06 X+40 Y+5 *
N160 G01 X+5 *
Example is in inch. Check offsets and clearances first.
Watch out for
- The arc shape depends on the element before it. Changing that element changes the arc.
Related codes
G06 on other controls
The same number can mean something different on another control.
| Control | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Fagor 8055 8065 | Arc center in absolute coordinates |
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