MSSC CNC PROGRAMMING AND OPERATION -
PRODUCTION, PLANNING AND WORKFLOW
Before running a CNC program the operator should __________.
- Execute the toolpath block
- Home the axes
- Check coolant level
- Remove the tool from the spindle - Answers :Home the axes
CNC program moves are contained in the __________ block.
- Start
- End
- Toolpath
- RUN - Answers :Toolpath
M-codes are NOT __________.
- Miscellaneous machine commands
- Typically used to turn machine functions on and off
- Codes that can alter the sequence in which the blocks are executed within the part
program
- Used to set the mode of operation - Answers :Used to set the mode of operation
Manual data input, computer-aided manufacturing, and conversational are all
__________.
- Machine types
- Programming methods
- CNC components
- G-codes - Answers :Programming methods
__________ is the ability of a system or device to produce the same outcome in
unchanged conditions.
- Consistency
- Repeatability
- Ready-to-start
- In-control - Answers :Repeatability
Which of the following devices can coordinate the flow of material when connected to
production data systems?
- Robots
- Conveyors
- AS/RS
- Automatic guided vehicles - Answers :AS/RS
A duty that might be performed by a(n) __________ is to check equipment to make sure
they have the correct calibration labels.
- Operator
, - Shipping clerk
- Scheduler
- Vendor - Answers :Operator
__________ must be set up properly to ensure that process requirements and product
specifications are met.
- Production equipment
- Vacation schedules
- Maintenance agreements
- Warranties - Answers :Production Equipment
Which screen is used to test systems or troubleshoot problems?
- Main
- Alarm
- Manual Operation
- Monitoring - Answers :Manual Operation
Fluid levels should be checked when __________.
- A new machine is received at a loading dock
- Machine start-up is performed
- A repair part is received for a machine
- Operators are at a training session - Answers :Machine start-up is performed
Using proper production operation procedures will __________.
- Help eliminate machine failures
- Increase production costs
- Reduce the need for more production personnel
- Increase employee turnover - Answers :Help eliminate machine failure
To ensure that specifications are accurately met, manufacturing companies often
produce a __________ before beginning production.
- First piece
- Budget requirements
- Space requirements
- Shipping mockup - Answers :First piece
What portion of the part program follows the toolpath blocks?
- Startup block
- Program safety block
- End block
- Program number - Answers :End Block
G-codes are modal, meaning they __________.
- Must be reinitiated in every block
- Remain active until cancelled by another G code
PRODUCTION, PLANNING AND WORKFLOW
Before running a CNC program the operator should __________.
- Execute the toolpath block
- Home the axes
- Check coolant level
- Remove the tool from the spindle - Answers :Home the axes
CNC program moves are contained in the __________ block.
- Start
- End
- Toolpath
- RUN - Answers :Toolpath
M-codes are NOT __________.
- Miscellaneous machine commands
- Typically used to turn machine functions on and off
- Codes that can alter the sequence in which the blocks are executed within the part
program
- Used to set the mode of operation - Answers :Used to set the mode of operation
Manual data input, computer-aided manufacturing, and conversational are all
__________.
- Machine types
- Programming methods
- CNC components
- G-codes - Answers :Programming methods
__________ is the ability of a system or device to produce the same outcome in
unchanged conditions.
- Consistency
- Repeatability
- Ready-to-start
- In-control - Answers :Repeatability
Which of the following devices can coordinate the flow of material when connected to
production data systems?
- Robots
- Conveyors
- AS/RS
- Automatic guided vehicles - Answers :AS/RS
A duty that might be performed by a(n) __________ is to check equipment to make sure
they have the correct calibration labels.
- Operator
, - Shipping clerk
- Scheduler
- Vendor - Answers :Operator
__________ must be set up properly to ensure that process requirements and product
specifications are met.
- Production equipment
- Vacation schedules
- Maintenance agreements
- Warranties - Answers :Production Equipment
Which screen is used to test systems or troubleshoot problems?
- Main
- Alarm
- Manual Operation
- Monitoring - Answers :Manual Operation
Fluid levels should be checked when __________.
- A new machine is received at a loading dock
- Machine start-up is performed
- A repair part is received for a machine
- Operators are at a training session - Answers :Machine start-up is performed
Using proper production operation procedures will __________.
- Help eliminate machine failures
- Increase production costs
- Reduce the need for more production personnel
- Increase employee turnover - Answers :Help eliminate machine failure
To ensure that specifications are accurately met, manufacturing companies often
produce a __________ before beginning production.
- First piece
- Budget requirements
- Space requirements
- Shipping mockup - Answers :First piece
What portion of the part program follows the toolpath blocks?
- Startup block
- Program safety block
- End block
- Program number - Answers :End Block
G-codes are modal, meaning they __________.
- Must be reinitiated in every block
- Remain active until cancelled by another G code
