In real-world production, using macro programs to machine circular offset holes in the Fanuc CNC system is often considered a standard task. However, when it comes to machining evenly spaced counterbores around a circle, there are some challenges that need careful handling. Typically, one approach is to use a form tool for drilling, while another method involves using the G52 coordinate system offset function on the machine. If the counterbore is not a standard size, the first method may not be suitable. The second approach, although functional, can be time-consuming and prone to errors.
After years of hands-on experience, I've developed a new macro program specifically for machining unevenly spaced circular holes. This program is concise, practical, and significantly improves efficiency.
As shown in the drawing, eight equally spaced holes with a depth of 10 mm and a diameter of 17 mm were milled around a circle with a radius of 100 mm. The first hole was positioned at an initial angle of 15 degrees.
Here's the macro program:
O0001 (Program number)
T10 M6 (Call milling cutter with diameter 10)
G90 G54 (Absolute programming, coordinate system G54)
G43 H10 G0 Z200 (Tool length compensation)
S600 M3 (Spindle speed 600 RPM, clockwise rotation)
G0 Z100 (Safe height)
#1 = 8.5 (Hole radius)
#2 = 11 (Tool offset D11 - R5.2)
#3 = 45 (Angle between holes)
#4 = 10 (Cutting depth)
#5 = 15 (Starting angle of the first hole)
#7 = 10 (Tool offset D10 - R5)
#8 = 100 (Circle radius)
N10 #9 = COS[#5] * #8 (Calculate X coordinate of the hole)
#10 = SIN[#5] * #8 (Calculate Y coordinate of the hole)
G0 X#9 Y#10 (Move to hole position)
G41 D#7 G1 Z-#4 F100 (Apply tool offset and start cutting)
G3 I-#1 (Counter-clockwise circular interpolation)
G0 Z100 (Rapid up)
G40 X0 Y0 (Cancel tool offset)
#5 = #5 + #3 (Increment angle by 45 degrees)
IF [#5 LT 360] GOTO 10 (Repeat until full circle is completed)
G0 Z200 (Rapid to safe height)
M9 (Coolant off)
M5 (Spindle stop)
M30 (End of program)
This program is not only effective for evenly dividing counterbores within a 360-degree range but can also be adapted for any angular division. The value assigned to #11 (the maximum angle) will vary depending on the specific application. I hope this macro program proves helpful and inspires more efficient machining practices in your work.
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