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Machine Tool Compatibility Assessment

FlexxCNC™

SUMMARY

This is a procedure for evaluating a Heidenhain 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

To determine, check the top left of the controller user interface or the front of the machine’s face plate to see the model name. If it can’t be found there, check machine diagnostics or your purchase order. Model names examples are Heidenhain TNC 430, 620, 640, etc.

STEP 2: Determine if you have MTConnect

If you machine is a Heidenhain TNC 430, 620, 640, or 530 model your machine is MTConnect compatible. To activate MTConnect contact a 3rd party MTConnect adapter provider.

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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:

PROGRAM LOADING, MACROS, END DETECTION BENEFITS >

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