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Siemens Sinumerik Operate v4.7 enhances surface quality

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Siemens has upgraded its current Sinumerik software by adding new functions to enhance the productivity and accuracy of the milling process. Included is ‘Top Surface’, an option in version 4.7 that enables the NC data from the CAM system to be optimised online as the program is being run, producing high surface quality on complex freeform surfaces during milling. Simultaneously, this integrated ‘smoothing’ function helps eliminate vibration, thereby reducing mechanical stress on the machine.

Version 4.7 of Sinumerik Operate also introduces functions such as tool lists, part programs and drawings/instructions in digital form, enabling the DXF reader to display files in DXF format directly on the Sinumerik control panel of the machine tool. In this way, operators can select the geometry elements depicted in a DXF file via the contour version and transfer these elements directly into their program.

Further v4.7 enhancements relate to deep hole drilling, large milled parts and multi-tasking operations.