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G814 Spindle synchronization (Citizen)
Swiss (Citizen Star) G-code · Lathe
Citizen command that syncs the back spindle to the main spindle before pick-off. Follow it with M77 to wait until speed and phase match.
Verify on your machine. This entry could not be fully checked against the maker manual. Check your machine manual before you run it.
Format
G814
Addresses
| Address | What it does |
|---|---|
None | No addresses on most models |
How it works
Modal until cancelled. The cancel code depends on the model.
Example program
($2 BACK PATH)
M24 S2=3000 (BACK SPINDLE AT MAIN RPM)
G814 (SPINDLE SYNC)
M77 (WAIT FOR SYNC)
…
M24 S2=3000 (BACK SPINDLE AT MAIN RPM)
G814 (SPINDLE SYNC)
M77 (WAIT FOR SYNC)
…
The full 7-line example is in the app. Example is in inch. Check offsets and clearances first.
Watch out for
- Run both spindles first, main with M3 S1= and back with M24 S2= at the same RPM, then give G814.
- Some Citizen models use G114.1 for the same job. Use the code in your model manual.
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