CNC CONTROL 8055i/A by Fagor:

OPERATING MODES:

• Manual – the lathe is operated like a conversational lathe, using the 2 electronic handwheels in the front to move the axes.  In addition if offers convenient features such as digital readout and constant surface speed.
• Semiautomatic – it allows 2 axes to be controlled with the cranking of 1 handwhel, the machinist can cut arcs, tapers and chamfers. 
• Automatic – with ability to execute any program, plus background editing capability. Powerful tool inspection mode included as well as full program control from keyboard programs to choose from, the 8085i/A will control everything from start to finish.
• Single step – the machinist can go through all or part of the process by executing the program step by step. 

PROGRAMMING LANGUAGE:

• Conversational – icon key with conversational graphic screens for easy operator data input. No prior programming experience needed
• G-code – this programming enables utilization of some sophisticated features such as parametric or variable programming. Auto –prompt via the help key prompts operator though graphic & text help screens.

PROGRAMMING TOOLS:

• Teach-in mode – the first part can be made manually while the control records the corresponding program, and then additional parts can be made in automatic mode. 
• Canned Cycles – by selecting the associated ICON key or G-code, the CNC will prompt you through all canned cycles including Turning, Facing, Grooving and Threading, All equipped with a Thread Repair Canned Cycle.
• On-board  profile editor for easy blue print programming. Simply enter the data right off the blueprint, the CNC automatically creates the program including complex profiles..
• Solid graphic as standard with tool shape representation standard and available for use in both Execution and Simulation mode, Also with line graphic capability.