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G68 Coordinate rotation
Mitsubishi M70 M80 G-code · Mill
Rotates the program about a center point by angle R in the selected plane.
Format
G68 X Y R
Addresses
| Address | What it does |
|---|---|
X Y | Rotation center |
R | Rotation angle in degrees, plus is counterclockwise |
How it works
Modal, group 16. Cancel with G69.
Example program
G68 X0. Y0. R30. (ROTATE 30 DEG)
M98 P7000 (CUT SLOT)
G69 (ROTATION OFF)
M98 P7000 (CUT SLOT)
G69 (ROTATION OFF)
Example is in inch. Check offsets and clearances first.
Watch out for
- Cancel before reference return and tool change.
- Center not given means the current position is used.
Related codes
G68 on other controls
The same number can mean something different on another control.
| Control | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Fanuc | Coordinate system rotation |
| Haas NGC | Coordinate rotation |
| Mazak (EIA) | Coordinate rotation |
| Brother Speedio | Coordinate rotation |
| Fagor 8055 8065 | Stock removal along X (lathe) |
| Mach3 Mach4 | Rotate coordinates |
| Centroid CNC12 Acorn | Coordinate rotation on |
| Hurco WinMax (NC) | Coordinate rotation |
| Fadal | Coordinate rotation |
| Swiss (Citizen Star) | Balance cut or double turret mirror on (Star) |
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