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Machine Tool Compatibility Assessment
SUMMARY
This is a procedure for evaluating a DMG Mori CNC controller and assessing the compatibility for FlexxCNC™ with a Universal Robot integration. After this process, you will be able to identify the type of controller that is present, what features of FlexxCNC™ are available and what physical setup is needed.
STEP 1: Determine what CNC controller model you have
Check your purchase order for this machine: if it was built after June 2013, your machine is MTConnect compatible and active. If built before June 2013 contact your CNC distributor to determine if your machine is MTConnect compatible.
CNC FEATURES AND WIRING SETUP
Controllers with MTConnect
If you have a controller with MTConnect these are the features that are available:
FEATURES
- Cycle End Detection
Detect cycle end via MTConnect in order to detect when the cycle ends in order to reduce cycle time
- Peripheral Control
Control Autochucks/vices, auto doors, ect.
- Cycle Start
Start the cycle
SETUP:
- 1 Ethernet Wire from FlexxCNC™ to CNC
- 1 M12 wire from FlexxCNC™ to Start/Stop Cycle
- Any M12 cables for third-party peripherals
Not Listed Controllers
Any machine tool may be integrated into the FlexxCNC using a digital I/O tie-in with a stack light, In-Cycle indicator LED, or an M Code actuated relay. Please note, that I/O tie-in typically takes longer to interface and is generally more complex than utilizing Smooth Controllers or Controller with MTConnect. Please speak to sales@flexxbotics.com about our onsite or remote support options if considering this option.
FEATURES
- Cycle End Detection
Detect cycle end M12 digital input in order to detect when the cycle ends in order to reduce cycle time
- Peripheral Control
Control Autochucks/vices, auto doors, ect.
- Cycle Start
Start the cycle
For detailed information about the benefits of Program Loading (G-Code Loading), Macro loading, and machine cycle end detection please check out this link here:
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