G45-G48: Offset increment/decrement
Old or specific functions to increase/decrease tool movements.
For reference only: syntax changes with the control, the post-processor and the machine parameters. Check the official manual and run a simulation before cutting. Legal notice.
- Family
- Compensation
- Machine
- Milling, Turning, Mill-turn
- Risk
- High
- Example
- G45 X... / G46 X...
G45 X... / G46 X...Machine: Milling, Turning, Mill-turnRisk: High
Fanuc · ISO común
- Fanuc: Legacy/specific; can modify compensations in non-obvious ways.
- ISO común: High risk if the operator isn't expecting offset changes.
Other codes in Compensation
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What does G45-G48 mean in a CNC program?
Old or specific functions to increase/decrease tool movements. In the catalogue it appears as "Offset increment/decrement", within the Compensation family.
Can you give me an example of G45-G48?
G45 X... / G46 X... — Old or specific functions to increase/decrease tool movements.
Which machines use G45-G48?
G45-G48 is used in: Milling, Turning, Mill-turn.
What should you watch out for with G45-G48?
High risk: a mistake here can cause a crash, a broken tool or an out-of-tolerance part. Simulate the program and dry-run it before cutting.
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