M80/M81: APC pallet changer
Standard codes to start the pallet change cycle (Automatic Pallet Changer) on mills with APC.
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
- Automation
- Machine
- Milling, Mill-turn
- Risk
- High
- Example
- M80 (inicio ciclo APC) / M81 (confirmación)
M80 (inicio ciclo APC) / M81 (confirmación)Machine: Milling, Mill-turnRisk: High
Fanuc · ISO común
- Fanuc: Common in Fanuc; the exact behavior depends on the PLC/machine.
- ISO común: Also used in Siemens, Okuma, Mazak depending on configuration.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What does M80/M81 mean in a CNC program?
Standard codes to start the pallet change cycle (Automatic Pallet Changer) on mills with APC. In the catalogue it appears as "APC pallet changer", within the Automation family.
Can you give me an example of M80/M81?
M80 (inicio ciclo APC) / M81 (confirmación) — Standard codes to start the pallet change cycle (Automatic Pallet Changer) on mills with APC.
Which machines use M80/M81?
M80/M81 is used in: Milling, Mill-turn.
What should you watch out for with M80/M81?
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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