Part Program Storage

There are a big number of functions that can be carried out by the DNC computer in terms of the part program manipulation that cannot be done with the MCU.

They are

1. It can store all the part programs meant for all the CNC machine tools.

2. Theoretically it is possible to store a large number of part programs since the disk storage cost is relatively small.

3. It is possible to input, edit, copy and delete programs at the DNC computer. The type of facilities provided will be with the familiar look and feel of Windows operating system, so that the operation is relatively easy and faster than possible with an MCU.

4. It is also possible to provide syntax checking (to check the correct usage of the word addresses in the part program) and graphic proving of the part programs on the DNC computer.

5. It can manage the tool offsets. Complete tool library may be maintained by the DNC computer along with the offsets, so that they can be assembled and then down loaded into the MCU as and when required.