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M5 Spindle stop
LinuxCNC Tormach M-code · Mill and lathe
Stops the spindle.
Format
M5 [$]
Addresses
| Address | What it does |
|---|---|
$ | Spindle number, default 0, -1 for all |
How it works
Modal, spindle group.
Example program
G0 Z1 (RETRACT)
M5 (SPINDLE STOP)
M9 (COOLANT OFF)
M5 (SPINDLE STOP)
M9 (COOLANT OFF)
Example is in inch. Check offsets and clearances first.
Watch out for
- Retract the tool before stopping the spindle in the cut.
Related codes
M5 on other controls
The same number can mean something different on another control.
| Control | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Fanuc | Spindle stop |
| Haas NGC | Spindle stop |
| Doosan (Fanuc) | Left spindle stop & selection |
| DMG Mori MAPPS (Fanuc) | Spindle stop |
| Mazak (EIA) | Spindle stop |
| Okuma OSP | Spindle stop (Lathes & Mills) |
| Mitsubishi M70 M80 | Spindle stop |
| Brother Speedio | Spindle stop |
| Siemens 840D 828D | Spindle stop |
| Heidenhain TNC (ISO) | Spindle stop |
| Fagor 8055 8065 | Spindle stop |
| Mach3 Mach4 | Spindle stop |
| Centroid CNC12 Acorn | Spindle stop |
| Hurco WinMax (NC) | Spindle stop |
| Fadal | Spindle off |
| Swiss (Citizen Star) | Main spindle stop |
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