7.1 M299 APL / Part Load / Or Program End

M299 APL / Part Load / or Program End

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O00010 (APL LOAD UNLOAD);
G00 G53 X0 Y0 Z0;
T101;
M19 P90.;
G54;
G00 Z1.5;
X0.;
G98;
G01 Z-0.5 F50.;
G04 P1.;
M11;
M10;
G04 P1.;
M11;
M10;
G04 P1.;
G00 Z1.5;
G00 G53 X0. Y0.;
G00 G53 Z0;
M299 (PART SWAP);
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During APL mode, use a M299 instead of an M30 at to have the APL load parts automatically. Refer to the APL set up section. When not running in APL mode the M299 takes the place of an M30 or M99 at the end of a program. Also when running in Memory or MDI mode, pressing [CYCLE START] to run the program, the M299 will behave the same as an M30. It will stop and rewind the program back to the beginning.

To run in APL mode, Press [CURRENT COMMANDS], navigate to Devices, arrow to Automatic Parts Loader and navigate to Job Run tab. Press [INSERT] to put run a program in APL Mode. The following is a example of a program using the M299 code:

 Caution: The sample programs in this manual have been tested for accuracy, but they are for illustrative purposes only. The programs do not define tools, offsets, or materials. They do not describe workholding or other fixturing. If you choose to run a sample program on your machine, do so in GRAPHICS mode. Always follow safe machining practices when you run an unfamiliar program.

7.2 Plunger Programming

Plunger Programming

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O00010 (APL SPRING PLUNGER SECTION);
(PN 30-12642);
(SAFETY LINE BELOW);
G00 G54 G18 G40 G80 G97 G99;
T0101 (SPRING PLUNGER TOOL);
G54;
G00 Z2.;
X0.;
G98 (INCH PER MINUTE FEED);
G01 Z0.25 F75.0;
Z-0.25 F40.0;
M11 (CHUCK OPEN);
G04 P0.5;
M10 (CHUCK CLOSE);
G04 P0.5;
G00 Z2.;
G00 G53 X0. Y0.;
M01;
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The first part of the machining program must be an operation to seat the SLUG properly on the Jaws shoulder or stop. The Haas supplied spring plunger can be used or any custom made tool. The Plunger like any tool must have it’s own tool offset and station on the turret.

To run in APL mode, Press [CURRENT COMMANDS], navigate to Devices, arrow to Automatic Parts Loader and navigate to Job Run tab.

Press [INSERT] to put run a program in APL Mode.

The following is a example of a program using the plunger to seat a part in the jaws:

  1. Approach part in rapid motion and stop approximately 0.25” (6 mm) from the part.
  2. Feed in and push plunger against the part until spring has compressed ½” (12 mm).
  3. Open and Close the chuck using M11 and M10 for part to seat.
  4. Retract away from the part in Rapid motion and proceed with machining process

 Caution: The sample programs in this manual have been tested for accuracy, but they are for illustrative purposes only. The programs do not define tools, offsets, or materials. They do not describe workholding or other fixturing. If you choose to run a sample program on your machine, do so in GRAPHICS mode. Always follow safe machining practices when you run an unfamiliar program.

7.3 APL Stop / Resume Feature

APL Stop / Resume Feature

This feature lets you stop (interrupt) a running part program during an Automatic Part Loading cycle (APL Mode) and resume normal operation from any part in the program. The APL will not lose part count, and it will continue the part load and unload cycle.

Note: In order to pause an APL job, the following must be done. 

  1. The part program must be stopped with any program stop command (M00, M01, M02, M30).
  2. The APL must reach the “At Ready” position before hitting reset.

 Note: If any of the following are done while an APL job is paused, the job will be canceled, and a new one will need to be started. 

  1. Cycle power the machine. 
  2. Change or edit APL jobs. 
  3. Taking the control out of “APL Mode”. 
  4. Interrupt the APL while the door is open and the arm is inside the machine
  5. Manipulate any APL mechanisms, such as the grippers/rotator.
  6. Jog any APL axis or select an APL axis for jogging.  Warning: If the last jogged axis was an APL axis pressing the handle job will cancel the APL job.

After resetting the control an operator may switch to MDI mode, EDIT mode,  JOG Mode to do any changes or part inspections as needed. All operation is normal at this point.

When the operator is ready to resume Part Machining in APL Mode. Press [MEMORY] and then put the cursor on the Tool Callout (e.g. T0505) where you want the program to start from. Do not start in the middle of the program since this may cause unintended motion.

With the control still in APL Mode press [CYCLE START] and resume part machining and APL operation.

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