Heidenhain CYCL DEF 7-11: Basic transformations

Cycles for zero/origin, mirror, hold, rotation and scale.

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: High
Example: CYCL DEF 7 / 8 / 9 / 10 / 11

Heidenhain CYCL DEF 7-11

Heidenhain

Basic transformations

E.g.:

CYCL DEF 7 / 8 / 9 / 10 / 11

Machine: Milling, Mill-turnRisk: High

Heidenhain

They are modal transformations; confirm cancellation/reset before continuing.

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 14/20 Contour and contour data Heidenhain CYCL DEF 200+ Modern machining cycles Heidenhain CYCL DEF 200-209 Drilling, reaming, boring and tapping

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What does Heidenhain CYCL DEF 7-11 mean in a CNC program?

Cycles for zero/origin, mirror, hold, rotation and scale. In the catalogue it appears as "Basic transformations", within the Heidenhain family.

Can you give me an example of Heidenhain CYCL DEF 7-11?

CYCL DEF 7 / 8 / 9 / 10 / 11 — Cycles for zero/origin, mirror, hold, rotation and scale.

Which machines use Heidenhain CYCL DEF 7-11?

Heidenhain CYCL DEF 7-11 is used in: Milling, Mill-turn.

What should you watch out for with Heidenhain CYCL DEF 7-11?

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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