This universal control covers wide-ranging machining technologies used in metalworking operations such as turning, drilling, milling, grinding, laser machining, nibbling, and punching.

The Sinumerik 840D sl CNC system platform from Siemens (Chicago, IL) offers a comprehensive range of functions for machine tools. This universal control covers wide-ranging machining technologies used in metalworking operations such as turning, drilling, milling, grinding, laser machining, nibbling, and punching, plus it can be used in multi-tasking machines such as turn-mill or mill-turn centers. The Sinumerik 840D sl features:

• A Sinumerik Operate user interface that provides an integrated turning functionality for milling, and an integrated milling functionality for turning.  
• A tool management system ensures simple handling of all turning and milling tools as well as hybrid multi-tools in a single standardized user interface. 
• Programming, which has been extended to include milling and turning tool alignment, and approach processes and also turning and milling cycles inclusive of contour programming. 
• Multi-tasking program simulation that provides user support, offering further improvements in machining efficiency.
• Modern touchscreen operation.
• A Power Control Unit (PCU) 50.5, which allows high-speed key actuation at the large 19-inch glass front, which conforms to the IP66 protection rating.
• Wide LEDs, which allow the operator to clearly visualize every key actuation, no matter what the angle of vision, and an integrated key lock helps safeguard against operating errors.

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