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Section 4: Fixed Cycles

Definition A Fixed Cycle is a series of operations that directs Z axis and spindle movement
to execute such actions as boring, drilling, and tapping. G codes 73-76 and
81-89 define the operation, while F, I, J, K, P, Q, R0, and Z words (cycle
parameters) define the style of execution.

Procedure to 1) Turn spindle on (M3,M4) at the desired RPM.

Initialize a Fixed
Cycle 2) Position the tool to the I plane (Initial plane), a point above the part and
fixture where the tool will clear all objects.

3) Define the Fixed Cycle with its parameters.

4) Specify a move with X, Y, A, or B locations to execute the cycle.

O1234 (DRILLING EXAMPLE

G0 G90 S10000 M3 E1 X.5 Y-.5 Start the spindle
H1 M8 Z.1 Position to the I plane
G82 G99 R0+.1 Z-.25 F45. P18 Define the cycle and its parameters
X1. Y-.6 Cycle is executed at this next location

I Plane The I plane (initial plane) is automatically established by the last Z axis position
when the fixed cycle is defined. This is commonly called the maximum Z
clearance position. It is usually established above the highest object on the
part or fixture. It is used with the G98 code to “jump” over obstacles on the part
or fixture. The I plane must always be equal to or above the R plane.

O1234 (DRILLING EXAMPLE

G90 G0 S10000 M3 E1 X.5 Y-.5 Start the spindle H1 M8 Z1.
Z.1 Position to the I plane. The I plane is the last Z position before the cycle
line.
G81 G99 R0+.1 Z-.72 F45. Define the cycle. The R0 plane is equal to the I
plane.
X1. Y-.6 Cycle is executed at this next location

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R Plane This represents the location of the R0 plane (or minimum clearance plane). The
R0 plane is where the tool will begin to feed into the material. This location
must be below or equal to the I plane.

EXAMPLE: G90 where the I is equal to the R0 plane

G90 Z.1
G81 R0+.1

EXAMPLE: G91 where the I is equal to the R plane

G90 Z.1
G91
G81 R0+0

EXAMPLE: G90 where the R is below the I plane

G90 Z.1
G81 R0-.2

EXAMPLE: G91 where the R is below the I plane

G90 Z.1
G91
G81 R0-.3

G 98 Return to I G98 is modal and will remain in effect until the G99 code is used. This code is
Plane after Final Z also a default code. It is in effect after the HO command is used, or in format 1
when entering the MDI mode or when the auto button is pressed.

When this code is in effect, the tool will return to the I plane after reaching the
final Z axis position. This code is used when the tool must “jump” over any
obstacle. For this reason, it is important to establish the I plane above any
obstacle. When this code appears on a line with a positioning move the tool will
return to the I plane after the cycle has been executed and the tool has reached
the final Z axis position. (See the fixed cycle example in this section.)

G99 Return to R0 This code is modal and will remain in effect until the G98 code is used. When
Plane after Final Z this code is in effect, the tool will return to the R0 plane after reaching the final
Z axis position.

Cycle Execution
Format 1 Fixed Cycles are activated by one of the following which is determined by the
machine parameter settings (see SETP command):

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1) Immediately execute a cycle when the cycle is defined. (Typical of format 2)

2) Wait for a positional move to execute a cycle. (Typical of format 1)

Note: For Option 2, the positional move can be in the cycle definition line. If
any position words exist in the cycle definition line, the cycle will execute.

The advantage of option two is that a cycle can be initialized from any location,
and then wait for positional moves. The positional moves can all be within a
subroutine or subprogram. The first hole location does not have to be used in
the cycle definition line.

Format 2 Fixed cycles, in format two, will always execute immediately when the cycle is
defined. The first location to execute the cycle must be in the cycle line or
established prior to the cycle line. An L0, used for cycle suspension, can be in
the cycle definition line to suspend execution.

Format 1 & Format 2 If one or more axis moves appear on the same line as the fixed cycle, the cycle
will be executed at the specified position. The cycle will execute at the end of
the move. The move can be a G0, G1, G2, or G3 move. The feed rate
established before the cycle line is the feed rate that will be used for the
positional moves made with G1, G2, or G3. The feed rate on the cycle line will
only affect the Z axis move.

A cycle can remain in effect when moving from one fixture offset to another. If
the position from the first offset to the next offset is the same, an M45 must be
used to execute the cycle. If a cycle is to be executed without a positional
move, use an M45 code to cause execution of the cycle at the current position.

A cycle definition must appear after a G68 line when rotation is being used. The
positioning moves are the only moves that will be affected by the G68 code.

When using a rotary axis the brake may be applied before the execution of the
cycle. Use an M-60 on the same line with the angular position. The machine
will rotate to the angular position, apply the brake, then execute the cycle.

Fixed cycles may only be used in the G17 mode.

Fixed Cycle
Parameters
F Word Feed rate for drilling and boring.

RPM for tapping (G74, G74.1, G75, G84 and G84.1) Format 1.

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Feed rate for tapping (G74, G74.1, G84 and G84.1) Format 2

Q Word 1) Incremental step distance for intermittent functions (G73, G83). I, J, K

words may be used in place of the Q word.

2) Decimal thread lead for tapping (G74, G74.1, G75, G84, G84.1).

How to compute the Q value for tapping cycles:

Inch mode: Divide 1 by the threads per inch. Example:1/4-20 tap 1/20=.05

Metric mode: Multiply .03937 by the lead. Example: 8mm x 1.25 tap (1.25 is
the lead): .03937 X 1.25= .0492. This will be the inch equivalent for the lead.

3) Y+ axis shift amount before raising the Z axis (G76)

P Word Dwell time in milliseconds (G76, G82, G88, G89).

1) Parameter used with G73 and G83 which specifies how far to stop above
the bottom of the last peck. When no P word is specified, the tool will
return, in rapid, to the bottom of the last peck.

2) Percentage factor to alter the retracting feed rate on tapping cycles (G74,
G74.1, G75, G84, G84.1). When the value is 10 percent or less, only the
feed rate is modified. Values over 10 percent modify the feed rate and the
spindle speed.

I Word: Initial Peck, X 1) Initial Peck, the value of the first peck (G73, G83).
Axis Shift G76
2) X axis shift amount before raising the Z axis (G76).

J Word: Reducing 1) Reducing Value of each peck until K is reached.

Value, Y Axis Shift
G76 2) Y axis shift amount before raising the Z axis (G76).

K Word: Minimum Minimum Peck Value (G73, G83).

Peck

L Word: Cycle Repeat This represents a cycle repeat or suspend. The cycle will repeat at the line with
and Suspend, L# or this code the number of times indicated. The use of L0 will suppress the cycle
L0 at that line. This can be used to move around an obstacle without executing the
cycle.

G81 G99 R0+.1 Z-.5 F20.

G91 X2. L5 Drill 5 holes 2.0 apart
G90 Y3. L0 Machine moves without drilling
X9. Machine moves and drills at this location

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R Plane: R0 +/- # This represents the location of the R plane (or minimum clearance plane). The
R plane is where the tool will begin to feed into the material. This location must
be below or equal to the I plane.

In the absolute mode (G90), the value for this location is relative to Z zero. In
the incremental mode (G91), the value for this location is relative to the I plane.
The R0 value in the incremental mode can never be a positive value.

S Word Spindle Speed for tapping (G74, G74.1, G84 and G84.1) Format 2.

Z Word The Z word establishes two separate locations. The first is the Initial Plane. This
is the location of the Z axis when the fixed cycle is defined. This should be the
minimum clearance above all clamps and fixtures. When a G98 is coded the Z
axis returns to the Z axis location after completion of the final Z depth. The
second use for Z is the final Z depth of the cycle. In absolute mode (G90), it is
the depth relative to zero. In incremental mode (G91), it is the depth below the
R0 plane. The use of the Z word while a cycle is active will redefine the cycle's
final Z depth until the cycle is canceled or changed. It does not redefine the
Initial Plane. When it is desired to change the return point of the Z axis, the R0
must be redefined with the new final Z depth (see example).

Fixed Cycle N1 O1234 (FIXED CYCLE EXAMPLE

Examples N2 M6 T1 (TOOL #1
N3 G0 G90 S8000 M3 E1 X0 Y0 Start the spindle and move to fixture one
N4 H1 M8 Z.1 Move the tool to the initial plane .1 above the part.
N5 G73 G99 R0-.45 Z-1.2 F10. Q.26 X-.5 Y-.35 P.02 Define cycle and execute
at hole #1.
N6 Y-.7 Execute cycle at hole #2 and remain at the R plane.
N7 Y-1.05 G98 Execute cycle at hole #3 and then return to the I plane.
N8 X-2.5 G99 Execute cycle at hole #4 and remain at the R plane.
N9 Y-.7 Execute cycle at hole #5 and remain at the R plane.
N10 Y-.35 Execute cycle at hole #6 and remain at the R plane.
N11 G80 Cancel the fixed cycle and return to the I plane.
The Z axis zero position for this example is established at the top of the part.
The I plane is Z+.1 above the part. The R plane is established Z -.45 from the
top of the part.

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2.50
.50

.35
.70
1.05

R PLANE
INITIAL PLANE

.10

.50 .45
1.0 1.2

FINAL DEPTH Z

Figure 4-1 Fixed Cycle Examples

EXAMPLE: The following example performs the same functions as before with various Z
depth changes.

G90 Z.1
G81 G98 R0+.1 Z-.5 F40 X1.0 Y1.0
X2.0 Z-.7 R0+.1
X
X3.0 Z-.3 R0+.1
Y-1.0
Y-2.0 Z-.8 R0+.1

Note: Restate R0 even if not changed.

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G73 Peck Drilling N3 G73 G99 R0+.1 Z-1.2 F10. Q.1 P.02 X-.50 Y-.35
Using Q

Drill .25 each step (Q.26), returning incrementally +.05 after each peck, then
down -.03 (.05 -.02 due to P.02) to the next peck plane, until the final depth is
accomplished. The Q word can be calculated by dividing the distance from the
R plane to the final Z by the number of desired steps. Example: 1.2+.1=1.3 for
total distance then 1.3 (distance) / 10 (steps)=.1 for the Q value.

G73 Peck Drilling N3 G73 G99 R0+.1 Z-1.2 F10. I.4 J.09 K.01 P.02 X-.50 Y-.35
Using I, J, K

Drill using varying step sizes, returning incrementally +.05 after each peck,
then down -.03 (.05 -.02 due to P.02) to the next peck plane, until the final
depth is accomplished. (See Deep Hole Drilling in this section for details.)

G74 Left Hand N3 G74 G99 R0+.4 Z-1.2 F550.2 Q.05 X-.50 Y-.35
Tapping

Tap at 550 RPM in the high range, with a thread lead of .05 (20 threads per
inch) to the final Z depth, then the spindle stops and reverses, retracting the Z
axis. (See Tapping cycles in this section for details.)

G74.1 Left Hand N3 G74.1 G99 R0+.4 Z-1.2 F2000. Q.05 X-.50 Y-.35
Rigid Tapping

Tap at 2000 RPM in the high range at a feed rate calculated by the CNC, the
spindle stops and reverses, retracting the Z axis to the R plane. (See Tapping
Cycles in this section for details.)

G75 Tapping Head N3 G75 G99 R0+.4 Z-1.2 F2000. Q.050 X-.50 Y-.350
Cycle
Tap at 2000 RPM in the low range, with thread lead of .050 (20 threads per
inch) to the final Z depth, then feed up to the R plane,. (See Tapping cycles in
this section for details.)

G76 Fine Boring N3 G76 G99 R0+.1 Z-1.2 F10. Q.01 X-.50 Y-.35

Bore Z-.55, spindle stop-orient (the orientation will be the opposite of the
starting spindle direction), shift the Y axis +.01, retract the Z axis, then move
the Y axis -.01.

G81 Spot Drilling N3 G81 G99 R0+.1 Z-1.2 F10. X-.50 Y-.35

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Drill in one complete motion at a feed rate of 10.0 IPM.

G82 Counter Boring, N3 G82 G99 R0+.1 Z-1.2 F10. P23 X-.50 Y-.35
Center Drilling, Spot
Facing
Bore to depth, dwell for 23 milliseconds then retract the Z axis at high speed.
Dwell time for three revolutions: 180000/RPM = P word value.

G83 Deep Hole N3 G83 G99 R0+.1 Z-1.2 F10. Q.1 P.02 X-.50 Y-.35
Drilling Using Q

Drill .1 each step, returning in rapid after each step to the R plane, then down in
rapid to .02 (P.02) above the last step until the final Z depth is accomplished.
The Q word can be calculated by dividing the distance from the R plane to the
final Z by the number of desired steps. Example: 1.2+.1=1.3 for total distance
then 1.3 (distance) / 13 (steps)=.1 for the Q value.

G83 Deep Hole N3 G83 G99 R0+.1 Z-1.2 F10. I.4 J.09 K.01 X-.50 Y-.35
Drilling Using I, J, K

Drill using varying step sizes, returning after each increment to the R plane then
down until final depth is accomplished. (See Deep Hole Programming Using
G73 and G83 I, J, and K in this section for details.)

G84 Right Hand N3 G84 G99 R0+.1 Z-1.2 F550.2 Q.05 X-.50 Y-.35 (Format 1)
Tapping
Tap at 750 RPM in the high range, with a thread lead of .05 (20 threads per
inch) to final Z depth, then the spindle stops and reverses, retracting the Z axis.
(See Tapping Cycles in this section for details.)

G84 Right Hand N3 G84 G99 R0+.1 Z-1.2 F550.2 Q.05 P2 X-.50 Y-.35
Tapping Using P
Word Tap at 750 RPM in the high range at a feed rate calculated by the CNC, the
spindle stops and reverses, retracting the Z axis to the R plane at a rate faster
than the in feed rate by 2%, as stated by the “P” word. (See Tapping Cycles in
this section for details.)

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G84.1 Right Hand N3 G84.1 G99 R0+.1Z-1.2 F2000.2 Q.05 X-.50 Y-.35 (Format 1)
Rigid Tapping

Tap at 2000 RPM in the high range at a feed rate calculated by the CNC, the
spindle stops and reverses, retracting the Z axis to the R plane. (See Tapping
cycles in this section for details.)

G85 Bore In, Bore N3 G85 G99 R0+.1 Z-1.2 F10. X-.50 Y-.35
Out

G86 Bore In, Spindle N3 G86 G99 R0+.1 Z-1.2 F10. X-.50 Y-.35
Off, Orient, Rapid
Out

G87 Bore In, Bore N3 G87 G99 R0+.1 Z-1.2 F10. X-.50 Y-.35
Out

G88 Bore In, Dwell, N3 G88 G99 R0+.1 Z-1.2 F10. P23 X-.50 Y-.35
Bore Out
Bore in at a feed rate of 10 IPM. Dwell for 23 milliseconds, then bore out. Dwell
time for three revolutions: 180000/RPM = P word value

G89 Bore In, Dwell, N3 G89 G99 R0+.1 Z-1.2 F10. P23 X-.50 Y-.35
Bore Out Bore in at a feed rate of 10 IPM. Dwell for 23 milliseconds, then bore out. Dwell
time for three revolutions: 180000/RPM = P word value.

Table 1: Cycle Summary

Dwell at Spindle at
Code Movement In Movement Out Typical Usage
Bottom Bottom
G73 Steps - - Rapid Peck Drilling
G74 Feed - Reverses Feed LH Tap Compression Holder
G74.1 Feed - Reverses Feed Left Hand Rigid Tapping
G75 Feed - No Reverse Feed Self Reversing Tapping Head
G76 Feed Yes Orient, Axis Rapid Fine Boring
Shift
G81 Feed - - Rapid Drill
G82 Feed Yes - Rapid Center Drill, Counter Bore
G83 Intermittent - - Rapid Deep Hole
G84 Feed - Reverses Feed RH Tap Compression Holder
G84.1 Feed - Reverses Feed Right Hand Rigid Tapping
G85 Feed - - Feed Boring
G86 Feed - Orient Rapid Boring

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Table 1: Cycle Summary

Dwell at Spindle at
Code Movement In Movement Out Typical Usage
Bottom Bottom
G87 Feed - - Feed Boring
G88 Feed Yes - Feed Boring
G89 Feed Yes - Feed Boring

G80 - Cancel Cycles

G98 - Return to initial plane after final Z

G99 - Return to R0 plane after final Z

G73 - Peck Drilling

using Q G73 G99(G98) RO...Z...F...Q...P...(OPTIONAL)
I PLANE
X,Y (G98)

R PLANE
(G99)
Q
P

Q
P
.
Q
Z FINAL
DEPTH

Q=PECK SIZE
P=FEED DISTANCE
(BEFORE PECK)
RAPID MOVES
FEED RATES
Figure 4-2 Peck Drilling Using Q

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G73 - Peck Drilling

using I, J, K
G73 G99(G98) R0...Z...F...I...J...K...P...(OPTIONAL)
I PLANE
X,Y (G98)

R PLANE
(G99)
I
P

.
P
.
K P
.
K
Z FINAL
DEPTH
I=INITIAL PECK
J=REDUCING VALUE
PREVIOUS
PECK MINUS J
K=MINIMUM PECK
P=FEED DISTANCE
(BEFORE PECK)
RAPID MOVES
FEED RATES
Figure 4-3 Peck Drilling Using I, J, K

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G74 - Left Hand

Tapping (Format 1)
FORMAT 1
G74 G99(G98) RO...Z...F...Q...P..
...(OPTIONAL)

I PLANE
X,Y (G98)

SPINDLE
REVERSE

R PLANE
(G99)

. Z FINAL
DEPTH
SPINDLE FORWARD

F=RPM
Q=THREAD LEAD
P=RETRACT FEED %
(OPTIONAL)
RAPID MOVES
FEED RATES
Figure 4-4 Left Hand Tapping (1)

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G74 - Left Hand

Tapping (Format 2)
FORMAT 2
G74 G99(G98) RO...Z...F...P..
...(OPTIONAL)

I PLANE
X,Y (G98)

SPINDLE
REVERSE

R PLANE
(G99)

. Z FINAL
DEPTH

SPINDLE FORWARD

F=RPM
P=RETRACT FEED %
(OPTIONAL)
RAPID MOVES
FEED RATES
Figure 4-5 Left Hand Tapping (2)

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G75 - Tapping Head

Cycle
(Formats 1 & 2) FORMAT 1 & 2
G75 G99(G98) RO...Z...F...Q...P..
...(OPTIONAL)

I PLANE
X,Y (G98)

SPINDLE
REVERSE

R PLANE
(G99)

. Z FINAL
DEPTH

F=RPM
Q=THREAD LEAD
P=RETRACT FEED %
(OPTIONAL)
RAPID MOVES
FEED RATES

Figure 4-6 Tapping Head Cycle (1&2)

G76 - Fine Boring

Using Q G76 G99(G98) RO...Z...F...Q.

I PLANE
X,Y (G98)

R PLANE
(G99)

X+
SHIFT
. Z FINAL
DEPTH
SPINDLE STOP
AND ORIENT

Q=AMOUNT OF Y+ SHIFT
RAPID MOVES
FEED RATES
Figure 4-7 Fine Boring Using Q

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G76 - Fine Boring

Using I, J G76 G99(G98) RO...Z...F...I...J...

I PLANE
X,Y (G98)

R PLANE
(G99)

X&Y
SHIFT
. Z FINAL
DEPTH
SPINDLE STOP
AND ORIENT

I=AMOUNT & DIRECTION OF X SHIFT

J=AMOUNT & DIRECTION OF Y SHIFT
RAPID MOVES
FEED RATES
Figure 4-8 Fine Boring Using I, J

G81 - Spot Drilling Note: Use G82 for center drilling.

G81 G99(G98) RO...Z...F...

I PLANE
X,Y (G98)

R PLANE
(G99)

. Z FINAL
DEPTH

RAPID MOVES
FEED RATES
Figure 4-9 Spot Drilling

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G82 - Counter Use this for center drilling, counter sinking, and counter boring.
Boring
Dwell time for three revolutions is calculated: 180000/RPM=P word value
G82 G99(G98) RO...Z...F...P...

I PLANE
X,Y (G98)

R PLANE
(G99)

DWELL

. Z FINAL
DEPTH

P=AMOUNT OF DWELL
(IN MILLISECONDS)
RAPID MOVES
FEED RATES
Figure 4-10 Counter Boring

G83 - Deep Hole

Drilling Using Q G83 G99(G98) RO...Z...F...Q...
P...(OPTIONAL)

I PLANE
X,Y (G98)

R PLANE
(G99)
Q

Q
Z FINAL
DEPTH

L=PECK SIZE
P=FEED DISTANCE BEFORE
PECK (OPTIONAL)
RAPID MOVES
FEED RATES
Figure 4-11 Deep Hole Drilling Using Q

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G83 - Deep Hole

Drilling using I, J, K
G83 G99(G98) R0...Z...F...I...J...K...P...(OPTIONAL)
I PLANE
X,Y (G98)

R PLANE
(G99)
I
P

.
P
.
K P
.
K
Z FINAL
DEPTH
I=INITIAL PECK
J=REDUCING VALUE
PREVIOUS
PECK MINUS J
K=MINIMUM PECK
P=FEED DISTANCE
BEFORE PECK
RAPID MOVES
FEED RATES
Figure 4-12 Deep Hole Drilling Using I, J, K

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G84 - Right Hand

Tapping (Format 1)
FORMAT 1
G84 G99(G98) RO...Z...F...Q...P..
...(OPTIONAL)

I PLANE
X,Y (G98)

SPINDLE
FORWARD

R PLANE
(G99)

. Z FINAL
DEPTH
SPINDLE REVERSE

F=RPM
Q=THREAD LEAD
P=RETRACT FEED %
(OPTIONAL)
RAPID MOVES
FEED RATES
Figure 4-13 Right Hand Tapping (1)

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G84 - Right Hand

Tapping (Format 2)
FORMAT 2
G84 G99(G98) RO...Z...F...P..
...(OPTIONAL)

I PLANE
X,Y (G98)

SPINDLE
FORWARD

R PLANE
(G99)

. Z FINAL
DEPTH

SPINDLE REVERSE

F=RPM
P=RETRACT FEED %
(OPTIONAL)
RAPID MOVES
FEED RATES
Figure 4-14 Right Hand Tapping (2)
G85 - Bore In, Bore
Out G85 G99(G98) RO...Z...F

I PLANE
X,Y (G98)

R PLANE
(G99)

. Z FINAL
DEPTH

RAPID MOVES
FEED RATES
Figure 4-15 G85-Bore In, Bore Out

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G86 - Bore In,

Spindle Off, Rapid G86 G99(G98) RO...Z...F
Out
I PLANE
X,Y (G98)

R PLANE
(G99)

. Z FINAL
DEPTH

SPINDLE STOP
AND ORIENT

RAPID MOVES
FEED RATES
Figure 4-16 G86-Bore In, Spindle Off, Rapid Out

G87 - Bore In, Bore

Out G87 G99(G98) RO...Z...F

I PLANE
X,Y (G98)

R PLANE
(G99)

. Z FINAL
DEPTH

RAPID MOVES
FEED RATES
Figure 4-17 G87-Bore In, Bore Out

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G88 - Bore In, Dwell, Dwell time for three revolutions is calculated: 180000/RPM=P word value
Bore Out G88 G99(G98) RO...Z...F

I PLANE
X,Y (G98)

R PLANE
(G99)

. Z FINAL
DEPTH

DWELL

P=DWELL IN MILLISECONDS
RAPID MOVES
FEED RATES
Figure 4-18 G88-Bore In, Dwell, Bore Out

G89 - Bore In, Dwell, Dwell time for three revolutions is calculated: 180000/RPM=P word value
Bore Out

G89 G99(G98) RO...Z...F

I PLANE
X,Y (G98)

R PLANE
(G99)

. Z FINAL
DEPTH

DWELL

P=DWELL IN MILLISECONDS
RAPID MOVES
FEED RATES
Figure 4-19 G88-Bore In, Dwell, Bore Out

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Tapping Cycles The fixed cycle used for tapping is depends on which tapping attachment is
being used. The cycles and examples given here have been approved by the
tapping attachment manufacture specified.

General Tapping Ramping:

Rules
Program a G8 (No Ramps) for the tap operation. This allows the tool to feed at
a constant rate in and out of the hole.

Clearance:

The rapid plane (R0 Plane) should be at least .4 above the hole to be tapped.
This insures that the tap fully retracts prior to movement to the next position.

Spindle Speed:

When using the G74 and G84 cycles, the spindle should be programmed for
the high gear range. This will provide better spindle reversal for tapping. This is
accomplished by programming a “.2" at the end of the S word or F word. For
example, S1000.2 or F1000.2 sets the spindle speed at 1000 rpm in the high
gear range.

Feed Rate:

The feed rate is determined by the thread lead and spindle RPM. The thread
lead is calculated as 1 divided by the number of threads per inch. When using
G74 and G84, the feed rates may be programmed differently for Format 1 and
Format 2. When using the G85 cycle for tapping, the feed rate must be
calculated by the programmer for Format 1 or Format 2. When using rigid
tapping in Format 2 and the F word requires decimal entries, use at least three
place accuracy.

Format 1 The feed rate is calculated by the control. These cycles are programmed using
the F word for RPM and the Q word for thread lead. G74, G75 and G84
calculate the feed rate as the RPM times the thread lead. These cycles
automatically use 100 percent of this calculation for the feed rate into the hole
and 105 percent for the feed rate out of the hole. The P word may be used to
increase or decrease the feed rate out of the hole. Use a positive P to increase
and a negative P to decrease the feed rate out of the hole.

Format 2 The feed rate must be calculated by the programmer. These cycles use the F
word as feed rate and do not use the Q word. The F word in the cycle indicates
the calculated feed rate.

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Feed Rate The feed rate programmed should use 100 percent of the optimum feed rate.
Calculation The optimum feed rate is the RPM times the thread lead.

EXAMPLE: 1/4-20 Tap at 2000 RPM

Feed rate = (1 / threads per inch) * RPM
= (1 / 20) * 2000
= .05 * 2000
= 100.

Blind Holes:

The procedure described is ONLY a guideline for blind hole tapping. Begin
tapping to a depth 2/3 of the desired final Z depth. Gradually increase the
programmed depth until the final Z depth is reached. This method reduces the
possibility of feeding the tool into the material at the bottom of the hole.

Tap Sizes:

Tapping attachments vary with the desired size of the tap. Insure the proper
attachment is used for the tap size. The chart below lists the recommended
minimum and maximum size tap for each attachment.

Table 2: TAPMATIC

SERIES MAX RPM TAP CAPACITY MAX CUTTING MAX FORMING

NCR-00 5000 #00 - #4 #4 #3
NCR-0A 3000 #4 - 1/4 1/4 1/4
NCR-1A 2000 #10 - 1/2 1/2 1/2
NCR-2A 1000 3/8 - 3/4 3/4 9/16
SPD-3 2000 #0 - 1/4 1/4 1/4
SPD-5 1500 #6 - 1/2 1/2 1/2
SPD-7 1200 #10 - 3/4 3/4 9/16

Table 3: PROCUNIER

SERIES MAX RPM TAP CAPACITY MAX CUTTING MAX FORMING

15001 3000 #0 - 1/4 1/4 #10

Note: The maximum cutting and forming tap sizes for the Tapmatic are based
on free machining steel. When tapping aluminum, the tap size should not
exceed the tapping attachment maximum size.

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Program Coding:

Program coding varies with the tapping attachment and the machine format.
Below are examples of the most common uses and attachments.

Metric Threads:

Metric threads may be cut in the inches mode. The Q word is calculated using
the thread pitch of the tap. The thread pitch is multiplied by .03937 to convert
to inches for the control. For an m8 x 1.25 thread, the Q word is calculated as
follows:

EXAMPLE: Format 1
Q = 1.25 * .03937
Q = .0492
H1 Z1.0 M8
G84 G98 R0+.4 Z-1.025 F500.2 Q.0492 X.5 Y-.5

Program Examples The following examples describe the program for a 1/4-20 thread, .3 deep, at
2000 rpm.

EXAMPLE: Format 1
N52 G0 G90 S2000 M3 E1 X0 Y0
N53 H1 M7 Z.4
N54 G84 G99 R0+.4 Z-.3 F2000 Q.05 X0 Y0
N55 X.5
N56 X1.
N57 G80

Rigid Tapping Rigid tapping may be accomplished for right or left hand threads. The rigid
tapping cycles are programmed in the same manner as the compression tap
OPTIONAL holders. The taps may be held in a collet or solid tool holder.
9 FEATURE
Note: Rigid tapping requires a special drive for operation. The machine must
also have a C axis controller for the spindle. In the back panel of the VMC,
the spindle driver should be labeled with Horsepower and Rigid Tap. If the
VMC only has a Horsepower label, it does not have Rigid Tap. Please refer
to the VMC Maintenance Manual for further information.

Note: 10,000 rpm spindle 3,000 rpm max, 7,500 rpm spindle 1,500 rpm
max, 15,000 rpm spindle 3,000 rpm max.

The program codes for rigid tapping are G74.1, G74.2, G84.1, and G84.2. The
G74.1 and G84.1 are coded the same as G74 and G84. Prior to beginning the

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tapping cycle, the machine prepares the spindle. This is an automatic process
accomplished by four revolutions of the spindle. The preparation is done after
the H offset is applied and just before the cycle begins. The use of the G74.2 or
G84.2 prepares the cycle for execution during the H offset application.

The machine uses the low range for tapping at 750 rpm and below. When the
rpm is above 751 the machine uses the high range. When using the G84.2 or
G74.2, and the programmed rpm is above 750, the S#.2 should be used on the
initial spindle speed call. This sets the proper belt range for the cycle
preparation. The G84.1 and G74.1 automatically set the proper range for
preparation. The G74.1 and G84.1 automatically release the spindle
orientation lock. The rpm specified, before and after the H word must be the
same.

The Gain parameter setting (in SETP) is used to adjust the spindle speed and
feed rate correlation. The gain may be set from 0 to 255. Please contact your
dealer or refer to the VMC maintenance manual for further information.

The Ramp parameter setting (in SETP) is used to adjust the acceleration time
of the spindle. The ramp may be set from 0 to 100. The higher the ramp
number, the longer the time for acceleration.

EXAMPLE: N52 G0 G90 S.2 M5 G80 M90 Do not turn the spindle on!
N53 G84.2
N54 H1 M7 Z.4
N55 G84.1 G99 R0+.4 Z-.3 F2000.2 Q.05 X0 Y0
N56 X1.
N57 G80

EXAMPLE: N52 G0 G90 S2000.2 M5 G80 M90 Do not turn the spindle on!
N53 G84.2
N54 H1 M7 Z.4
N55 G84.1 G99 R0+.4 Z-.3 S2000.2 F100. X0 Y0
100% feed calculation here

N56 X1.
N57 G80

Tapmatic NCR Series The tapping heads in this series should use the G85 Bore Cycle. The feed rate
and spindle potentiometers should be disabled. The following formula
calculates the required feed rate.

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M48, M49:

When using the Bore Cycle (G85), the feed rate and spindle speed
potentiometers must be disabled. With the potentiometers disabled the
machine uses the programmed feed rates. This is accomplished with the M49
code. At the completion of the cycle the potentiometers should be enabled with
the M48 code.

Feedrate = ((1 / threads per inch) * RPM) * 95%

= ((1 / 20) * 2000) * .95
= (.05 * 2000) * .95
= 100. * .95
= 95.

EXAMPLE: (Format 1 or Format 2):

N1 O1 (TAPMATIC NCR SERIES

N2 G0 G8 G90 S2000 M3 E1 X0 Y0
N3 H1 M7 Z.4
N4 M49
N5 G85 G99 R0+.4 Z-.3 F95. X0 Y0
N6 X1.
N7 G80 M48
N8 M5 M9

Tapmatic SPD Series The tapping heads in this series should use the G75 Tapping Cycle.

EXAMPLE: (Format 1 or Format 2):

N1 O1 (TAPMATIC SPD SERIES

N2 G0 G8 G90 S2000 M3 E1 X0 Y0
N3 H1 M7 Z.4
N4 G75 G99 R0+.4 Z-.3 F2000. Q.05 X0 Y0
N5 X1.
N6 G80
N7 M5 M9

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Procunier Series The tapping heads in this series should use the G75 Tapping Cycle.

EXAMPLE: (Format 1 or Format 2):

N1 O1 (PROCUNIER SERIES
N2 G0 G8 G90 S2000 M3 E1 X0 Y0
N3 H1 M7 Z.4
N4 G75 G99 R0+.4 Z-.3 F2000. Q.05 X0 Y0
N5 X1.
N6 G80
N7 M5 M9

Compression (non These tapping heads should use the G84 or G74 Tapping cycle. It is best to use
self-reversing) Tap these in the high range (S word with a .2). The P word may be used to increase
Holder Series the feed rate of the tap when it reverses, if the F word is used for the RPM and
the Q word is used for the lead. The G74 is used in Format 1 style ONLY.

EXAMPLE: Format 1:

N1 O1 (COMPRESSION TAP HOLDER SERIES

N2 G0 G8 G90 S1000.2 M3 E1 X0 Y0
N3 H1 M7 Z.4
N4 G84 G99 R0+.4 Z-.3 F1000. Q.05 X0 Y0
N5 X1.
N6 G80
N7 M5 M9

EXAMPLE: Format 2:

The following formula calculates the required feed rate:

Feed rate = ((1 / threads per inch) * RPM)

= ((1 / 20) * 1000)
= (.05 * 1000)
= 50.
N1 O1 (COMPRESSION TAP HOLDER SERIES
N2 G0 G8 G90 S1000.2 M3 E1 X0 Y0
N3 H1 M7 Z.4
N4 G84 G99 R0+.4 Z-.3 S1000.2 F50. X0 Y0 100% feed calculation here
N5 X1.
N6 G80
N7 M5 M9

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Deep Hole The G73 and G83 I, J, K programming options allow the programmer to
Programming Using customize the drill cycle steps up to the final Z depth. This would be used when
G73 and G83 I, J, the steps can be large at the top of the hole and need to be reduced as the tool
and K feeds deeper into the part.

Initial Peck: I# The I word represents the depth of the first peck starting from the R plane
(minimum clearance plane). The rule of thumb for this value is 2 to 3 times the
diameter of the drill but may be larger or smaller as required. This value is
always an incremental value.

Reducing Factor: J# The J word represents a reducing value. The J value will be subtracted from the
I value for the second peck and from each subsequent peck. Each peck will be
smaller than the last peck by the amount of the J value until the peck size is
equal to the K value. This value is always an incremental value.

Minimum Peck: K# The K word represents the minimum peck value. The I value will be reduced by
the J value until the K value is reached. The remainder of the hole will be drilled
in a series of pecks each equal to the K value.

Feed Distance The P word represents the distance to feed before the next peck. Without the P,
Before Next Peck: P# the tool will rapid all the way to the next peck. The P will specify how far above
he next peck to begin feeding into the material. This parameter is especially
helpful if chips fall into the hole during a retraction move. The tool will not crash
into the chips if the P value is large enough.

Peck Drill: G73 The G73 peck drilling cycle is a chip breaker cycle that does not retract all of the
way out of the hole. The retract distance is set by the CNC and cannot be
changed by the programmer. It is an excellent cycle for free machining
materials and drill geometries that allow for efficient chip removal. In these
cases there is a time savings in the cycle because the drill does not retract out
of the hole.

Deep Hole Drill: G83 The G83 Peck Drilling Cycle retracts to the R plane (minimum clearance plane)
on the completion of each peck. It is an excellent cycle to break and clear chips
and for drill geometries that are prone to packing chips.

EXAMPLE: This example is for a 1/4 dia drill drilling 1 1/4 inches deep.

EXAMPLE: G73:

G73 X0 Y0 Z-1.25 R+.1 I.5 J.2 K.1 F10. G98 (G99)

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