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M73 Back spindle air blow off (Citizen)
Swiss (Citizen Star) M-code · Lathe
Stops the back spindle air blow.
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Format
M73
Addresses
| Address | What it does |
|---|---|
None | No addresses |
How it works
Cancels M72.
Example program
M72 (AIR BLOW ON)
G04 U.5
M73 (AIR BLOW OFF)
G04 U.5
M73 (AIR BLOW OFF)
Example is in inch. Check offsets and clearances first.
Watch out for
- Leaving air on while gripping can blow the part out of position.
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M73 on other controls
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