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G221 Linear point pattern
Heidenhain TNC (ISO) G-code · Mill
Calls the last defined machining cycle on a grid of rows and columns. Klartext: CYCL DEF 221 CARTESIAN PATTERN.
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Format
G221 Q225 Q226 Q237 Q238 Q242 Q243 Q224 Q200 Q203 Q204 Q301
Addresses
| Address | What it does |
|---|---|
Q225 Q226 | Starting point |
Q237 Q238 | Spacing in first and second axis |
Q242 | Number of columns |
Q243 | Number of lines |
How it works
Calls the cycle by itself. No G79 is needed.
Example program
N50 G200 DRILLING
Q201=-15 ;DEPTH
N60 G221 CARTESIAN PATTERN
Q225=+10 ;STARTNG PNT 1ST AXIS
…
Q201=-15 ;DEPTH
N60 G221 CARTESIAN PATTERN
Q225=+10 ;STARTNG PNT 1ST AXIS
…
The full 9-line example is in the app. Example is in inch. Check offsets and clearances first.
Watch out for
- Q224 rotates the whole grid around the start point.
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