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M2 Program end
LinuxCNC Tormach M-code · Mill and lathe
Ends the program. LinuxCNC resets many modes, such as G54, G17, G90, G94, G40, and stops spindle and coolant.
Format
M2
Addresses
| Address | What it does |
|---|---|
none | No words |
How it works
Non modal.
Example program
G0 Z1 (RETRACT)
M5 M9 (SPINDLE AND COOLANT OFF)
G53 G0 Z0 (UP TO TOP)
M2 (END)
M5 M9 (SPINDLE AND COOLANT OFF)
G53 G0 Z0 (UP TO TOP)
M2 (END)
Example is in inch. Check offsets and clearances first.
Watch out for
- Clears G92 type offsets from use, like G92.2, and makes G54 active.
- Cycle start runs the program again from the top.
- Lines after M2 are not run.
Related codes
M2 on other controls
The same number can mean something different on another control.
| Control | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Fanuc | End of program |
| Haas NGC | Program end |
| Doosan (Fanuc) | Program end |
| DMG Mori MAPPS (Fanuc) | Program end |
| Mazak (EIA) | Program end |
| Okuma OSP | End of program (Lathes & Mills) |
| Mitsubishi M70 M80 | End of program |
| Brother Speedio | Program end |
| Siemens 840D 828D | End of main program |
| Heidenhain TNC (ISO) | End of program |
| Fagor 8055 8065 | End of program |
| Mach3 Mach4 | Program end |
| Centroid CNC12 Acorn | Restart program |
| Hurco WinMax (NC) | End of program |
| Fadal | End of program |
| Swiss (Citizen Star) | End of one cycle (Citizen) |
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