Difference between revisions of "Tutorial: How to Change the Tube Support Point"

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*STEP 3<br>Find the line in the Init Axes configuration that looks like this:
 
*STEP 3<br>Find the line in the Init Axes configuration that looks like this:
  
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// Set the Feed Programmable Limit Switchs
 
// Set the Feed Programmable Limit Switchs
 
FeedAxisPLS5 = LSL0:1500.1, LSU0:3000
 
FeedAxisPLS5 = LSL0:1500.1, LSU0:3000
 
FeedAxisPLS4 = LSL0:1, LSU0:1499
 
FeedAxisPLS4 = LSL0:1, LSU0:1499
  
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Revision as of 20:39, 8 February 2008

Cncbender logo.jpg

Follow these steps to change the tube support point:

  • STEP 1
    Enter the low level menu of CNC Bender.


  • STEP 2
    Select the Init Axes tab.


  • STEP 3
    Find the line in the Init Axes configuration that looks like this:
// Set the Feed Programmable Limit Switchs
FeedAxisPLS5 = LSL0:1500.1, LSU0:3000
FeedAxisPLS4 = LSL0:1, LSU0:1499


  • STEP 4
    Close CNC Bender software.


  • STEP 5
    Close the CNC Bender Loader when it reappears. The newer non-button versions of this loader will unload if you right-click on them.


Cncbender loader software.jpg

  • STEP 6
    Plug the USB drive into a USB port on the CNC Bender operator station. The older systems have USB ports inside the operator station. Some have USB ports installed on the enclosure. Newer Magelis controls feature a USB port on the front of the PC Panel bezel.


  • STEP 7
    Run the setup program. You will need to enter the password to install the software.

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  • STEP 8
    When the setup program is complete, remove the USB drive using the safe removal procedure. (See Safely Remove a USB Drive)


  • STEP 9
    Run the CNC Bender Loader by finding it in your START/All Programs/Startup menu.


  • STEP 10
    Run CNC Bender by pressing on the Loader


BACKUP

The CNC Bender setup will create a backup of files replaced when you run this program. A backup folder contains the name "backup" and is always placed in the c:\cnc folder.