Overview

Task

Specific blocks can be skipped in the NC program. The “Skip block” function defines optional processing steps such as measuring loops, test blocks, dummy steps etc. within an NC program.

Properties

Skips are taken into account when a NC program is processed and the "Skip block"

• was activated on the operating console (HMI objects) before or after main program start or by the PLC (control units). A distinction is made between
• Standard Skipping (up to Build V3.01.3021.0) and
• Extended Skipping (as of V3.01.3021.1) depending on the version.

Programming

Skipped NC block are marked by a preceding “/” character with or without indication of the skip levels.

Parameterisation

The following HMI objects are required to select and control the function.

• HMI mc_command_block_ignore_w
• HMI mc_command_block_ignore_r
• HMI mc_active_block_ignore_r