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G630 Front and back parallel machining (Citizen)
Swiss (Citizen Star) G-code · Lathe
Lets the back spindle cut its part with back tools while the front cuts the next part.
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Format
G630
Addresses
| Address | What it does |
|---|---|
None | No addresses |
How it works
Modal, Citizen mode group. Cancel with G600.
Example program
($2 BACK PATH)
G630 (FRONT AND BACK PARALLEL)
G00 X0. Z-.05 T3100 (BACK DRILL)
G01 Z.2 F.002 (DRILL BACK FACE)
G630 (FRONT AND BACK PARALLEL)
G00 X0. Z-.05 T3100 (BACK DRILL)
G01 Z.2 F.002 (DRILL BACK FACE)
Example is in inch. Check offsets and clearances first.
Watch out for
- This is where most cycle time is saved. Watch interference between the back spindle and gang tools.
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