G64

Machining center, LatheModal, group 15

Cutting mode (continuous cutting; cancels exact stop)

⌨Format and notes

G64

Diagram: Corner motion: exact stop and cutting mode

G09/G61: stops at cornerDecelerates and stopsG64: passes without stoppingCorner rounds slightly(exaggerated)
G64 is the normal mode that moves to the next block without stopping at the junction. It is fast, but corners are slightly rounded (how much depends on the machine and feed).

📚Sources

The meaning shown agrees in at least two sources (agreement confirmed). Explanations are written in our own words.

  1. Siemens AG — SINUMERIK 802D sl/840D/840D sl/840Di/840Di sl/810D Programming Manual ISO Milling, 04.2007 Edition (6FC5398-7BP10-0BA0) cache.industry.siemens.com
  2. Haas Automation, Inc. — G-code, M-code, and Setting (per-code explanation pages) haascnc.com
  3. Haas Automation, Inc. — Mill Operator's Manual – 17 Mill G-Codes (online version) haascnc.com
  4. Haas Automation, Inc. — Lathe Operator's Manual – 16 Lathe G-Codes (online version) haascnc.com
  5. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), USA — The NIST RS274NGC Interpreter – Version 3 (NISTIR 6556, 2000) nvlpubs.nist.gov