1.2 System Configuration

M83 is suitable for three-axis milling machine without auto tool changing feature. There are three configurations depend on the needs of machine:

XY two-axis configuration

Only the X and Y axes are equipped with servo motors. The positioning of Z axis is accomplished by hand crank. The start/stop and the speed of the spindle are not controlled by M83.

XYZ three-axis configuration

The X, Y and Z axes are equipped with servo motors. The start/stop and the speed of the spindle are not controlled by M83.

XYZS three-axis + spindle configuration

The X, Y and Z axes are equipped with servo motors. The spindle inverter is controlled by M83. In addition, other I/O devices, such as coolant and air blowing or external hand wheel, are also controlled by ESPU.