Heidenhain CYCL DEF 251-257: Complete pockets, slots and spigots

Complete cycles for rectangular/circular pocket, slot, circular slot and spigots.

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 251 / 252 / 253 / 254 / 256 / 257

Heidenhain CYCL DEF 251-257

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Complete pockets, slots and spigots

E.g.:

CYCL DEF 251 / 252 / 253 / 254 / 256 / 257

Machine: Milling, Mill-turnRisk: Medium

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Validate the full strategy, stock allowance, approach and finishing.

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 251-257 mean in a CNC program?

Complete cycles for rectangular/circular pocket, slot, circular slot and spigots. In the catalogue it appears as "Complete pockets, slots and spigots", within the Heidenhain family.

Can you give me an example of Heidenhain CYCL DEF 251-257?

CYCL DEF 251 / 252 / 253 / 254 / 256 / 257 — Complete cycles for rectangular/circular pocket, slot, circular slot and spigots.

Which machines use Heidenhain CYCL DEF 251-257?

Heidenhain CYCL DEF 251-257 is used in: Milling, Mill-turn.

What should you watch out for with Heidenhain CYCL DEF 251-257?

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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