Fanuc Technology

Overview 

Conversational Programming

Benefits of Manual Guide i

Two and three axis Tornado models are fitted with the GE Fanuc 21iTB control while the five and six axis ‘MS & MSY’ models are fitted with the 18iTB control. These ultra-compact controls from the world’s leading CNC supplier are all digital with twice the processing speed of the previous ‘A’ model controls and incorporate the latest Manual Guide i as standard.

Users the world over appreciate the performance of the easy to use CNC control with a 10.4” LCD color display. Optical fiber connections ensure ultra-high-speed serial data transfer and reliable operation under even the harshest workshop conditions.

 
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Manual Guide i is the very latest in conversational programming from FANUC and allows the operator to generate part programs quickly and efficiently through the use of easy to understand conversational cycle prompts.

Although the Manual Guide i system has enormous power, our engineers have been able to bring their turning experience into play to develop customized cycles especially for the needs of CNC type of lathe. These Colchester-Harrison developed cycles will save you a considerable amount of time and button pushing.

 
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Benefits of Manual Guide i include:

• Quick and easy tool setup

• Minimum ISO programming knowledge required

• Easy to use graphics allow the operator to simulate part prior to machining

• Tool path verification

• Programming one-offs made simple

• Interface with CAD/CAM systems

• Cut, copy and paste sections of programs with ease

 
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