Heidenhain CYCL DEF 212-215: Pocket and spigot finishing

Finishing cycles for rectangular/circular pocket and rectangular/circular stud.

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: Heidenhain
Machine: Milling, Mill-turn
Risk: Medium
Example: CYCL DEF 212 / 213 / 214 / 215

Heidenhain CYCL DEF 212-215

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Pocket and spigot finishing

E.g.:

CYCL DEF 212 / 213 / 214 / 215

Machine: Milling, Mill-turnRisk: Medium

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Other codes in Heidenhain

Heidenhain TOOL CALL Heidenhain tool call Heidenhain TOOL DEF Definition of tool Heidenhain CYCL CALL Cycle call Heidenhain LBL Labels and subroutines Heidenhain CALL PGM Subprogram call Heidenhain PATTERN DEF Position pattern Heidenhain APPR/DEP Contour approach and retract Heidenhain CHF/RND Chamfer and rounding Heidenhain CYCL DEF 1/2 Legacy deep drilling and tapping Heidenhain CYCL DEF 7-11 Basic transformations Heidenhain CYCL DEF 14/20 Contour and contour data Heidenhain CYCL DEF 200+ Modern machining cycles

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What does Heidenhain CYCL DEF 212-215 mean in a CNC program?

Finishing cycles for rectangular/circular pocket and rectangular/circular stud. In the catalogue it appears as "Pocket and spigot finishing", within the Heidenhain family.

Can you give me an example of Heidenhain CYCL DEF 212-215?

CYCL DEF 212 / 213 / 214 / 215 — Finishing cycles for rectangular/circular pocket and rectangular/circular stud.

Which machines use Heidenhain CYCL DEF 212-215?

Heidenhain CYCL DEF 212-215 is used in: Milling, Mill-turn.

What should you watch out for with Heidenhain CYCL DEF 212-215?

Medium risk: it rarely breaks anything on its own, but a wrong value shows up on the part. Check the block before running the batch.

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