G71 Rough Turning Outer Diameter Stock Removal: Programming, Syntax & Practical Rules

Automated longitudinal turning canned cycle removing roughing stock in parallel Z-passes defined by a profile subroutine (P to Q).

Engineering Specifications & Parameters

Modality Non-Modal 2-Line Cycle
Sample Syntax G71 U2.0 R0.5 / G71 P100 Q200 U0.4 W0.1 F0.25
Classification OD/ID Rough Turning Cycle
Key Application Generates multi-pass roughing passes automatically....
G-Code Directive G71

Command Architecture & Functional Overview

G71 Rough Turning Outer Diameter Stock Removal is a fundamental CNC programming directive utilized across Fanuc, Siemens, Haas, and Heidenhain controllers for Automated longitudinal turning canned cycle removing roughing stock in parallel Z-passes defined by a profile subroutine (P to Q)..

Syntax Structure & Execution Parameters

  • Command Category: OD/ID Rough Turning Cycle (Non-Modal 2-Line Cycle).
  • Standard Syntax: G71 U2.0 R0.5 / G71 P100 Q200 U0.4 W0.1 F0.25.
  • Operational Function: Generates multi-pass roughing passes automatically.
  • Critical Safety Rule: Leaves uniform finishing allowance (U on X, W on Z) for high-speed finishing via G70.
  • Production Integration: Tested and standardized across UCAN ROBOT's 150+ high-precision CNC machining centers for zero-collision continuous automated manufacturing.

Explore our technical equipment capabilities in 5-Axis CNC Milling and review our standards in Precision Machining Quality Control.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should programmers use G71?

Programmers deploy this code when automated longitudinal turning canned cycle removing roughing stock in parallel z-passes defined by a profile subroutine (p to q).

What common programming mistake causes collisions with this command?

Leaves uniform finishing allowance (U on X, W on Z) for high-speed finishing via G70.