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GSK980MD Milling Machine CNC System

With 32 bits high-capability CPU and super large scale programmable FPGA, real-time
multitask control technology and hardware interpolation technologies, GSK980MD Milling
Machine CNC System realizes μm-level precision motion control and PLC logic control, and
is the optimum option for CNC drilling, milling technology upgrade.

Characteristics:
z Controlled axes(X, Y, Z), link axes (X, Y, Z), 0.001mm interpolation precision and max. rapid
traverse speed 30m/min, linear/arc interpolation
z Least code increment 0.001mm, electronic ratio （1～32767）/（1～32767）
z Pitch error compensation, backlash compensation, tool length compensation, tool wear
compensation and tool nose radius compensation
z Embedded PLC, ladder edit in the PC to be downloaded to CNC
z DNC function, real time part program transmission to machine
z Checking spindle encoder in tapping cycle to realize the high-precise thread machining
z Metric/inch programming, automatic chamfering, tool life management
z Chinese, English, Spanish and Russian display window selected by the parameter
z Large memory capacity( 20M,40,000 part programs) with full screen edit
z Alarm log, and convenient management with multilevel operation password
z Bidirectional communication between CNC and PC, CNC and CNC; upgrading communication
CNC software and PLC programs

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Technical Specifications
Controlled axes: three axes (X, Y and Z); simultaneous controlled axes (interpolation
axes): three axes (X, Y and Z)
Interpolation functions: X, Y and Z linear, helical and optional two axes arc
interpolation.
Maximum programmable dimensions: -9999.999mm ～ 9999.999mm, least code
increment: 0.001mm;
Electronic gear ratio: code multiplier 1～32767，code division 1～32767
Operation Rapid traverse speed: maximum 30000mm/min
control Rapid override: F0, 25%, 50%, 100% four levels real-time adjustment.
Cutting feedrate: maximum 15000mm/min or 500mm/rev. (feed per revolution)
Feedrate override: 0～150% 16 levels real-time adjustment
Manual feedrate: 0～1260mm/min 16 levels real-time adjustment
MPG feed: 0.001mm, 0.01mm, 0.1mm three gears
Acceleration/deceleration: S acceleration/deceleration for rapid traverse, and
exponential acceleration/deceleration for cutting feed
Automatic chamfering function
62 kinds of G codes: G00, G01, G02, G03, G04, G10, G17, G18, G19, G20, G21,
G28, G29, G30, G31, G40, G41, G42, G43, G44, G49, G54, G55, G56, G57, G58,
G59, G65, G73, G74, G80, G81, G82, G83, G84, G85, G86, G88, G89, G90, G91,
G code G92, G94, G95, G98, G99, G110, G111, G112, G113, G114, G115, G134, G135,
G136, G137, G138, G139, G140, G141, G142, G143
27 kinds of arithmetic, logical operation and skip can be achieved by macro code
G65
Seven operation modes: Edit, Auto, MDI, DNC, machine zero return,
Operation mode
MPG/increment and Manual operation.
Tapping function; pitch: 0.001 mm～500mm or 0.06 tooth/inch～25400 tooth/inch
Spindle encoder: encoder resolution can be set （0～5000p/r）. Do not check the
Tapping
spindle when it is 0.
Drive ratio between encoder and spindle:（1～255）:（1～255）
Backlash compensation: (X, Y and Z axes) 0～2.000mm

Precision Pitch error compensation: X, Y and Z axes, each of them have 255 compensation
compensation points, the compensation amount of each point: -0.255～0.255mm
Tool compensation: 32 groups tool length compensation, tool nose radius
compensation (compensation type C)
Special M codes (no repetition): M02, M30, M98, M99, M9000～M9999
Other M □□ codes are defined or disposed by PLC program
M code
M codes defined by standard PLC program: M00, M03, M04, M05 M08,
M09, M10, M11, M32, M33
Up to 32 tool number（T01～T32），the tool change time sequence is achieved by
T code PLC program.
Tool life management function
Speed switching value control: S □□ code is defined or executed by PLC program;
Spindle speed the standard PLC programs S1, S2, S3 or S4 is directly output; and S1, S2, S3 or S4
outputs when S0 closes

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The control mode of speed analog voltage: the spindle speed per minute is coded by
S code, output 0～10V voltage to spindle converter, the spindle stepless shift
supporting 4 gears spindle mechanical gear
9 elementary codes, 23 functional codes, 2-level PLC program, max. 5000 steps,
execution time 2μs for each step, refresh cycle 8ms for 1st level program; each axis
specified to be PLC controlled axis; ladder diagram editing software, PLC program
PLC function
communication download
Integrated machine panel: 41 input signals, 42 output signals (LED)
Basic I/O: 32 input signals/ 32 output signals
Display: 320×240 lattice, 5.7’’ mono-color display LCD
Display interface Display mode: Chinese, English, Spanish and Russian window set by a parameter,
displaying machining path
Program capacity: 20MB,up to 40,000 part programs, custom macro
program call and four-embedded subprogram
Program edit Edit mode: edit in full screen. Statement macro command programming;
incremental coordinates, absolute coordinate and compound coordinates
programming
Bilateral program, parameter transmission between CNC and PC, CNC and CNC,
Communication supports the system software and the download upgrade of the PLC program serial
port, DNC communication between CNC and PC
Optional drive Pulse+direction signal input AC servo drive unit or stepper drive unit(DA98series, DY3
unit series)

PLC Code
Name Function Name Function
LD Read normally-open contact CODB Binary code conversion
LDI Read normally-closed contact ROTB Binary rotation control
OUT Output coil MOVN Data copy
AND Normally-open contact in series DECB Binary decoding
ANI Normally-closed contact in series JMPB Program jump
OR Parallel normally-open contact SP Subprogram label
ORI Parallel normally-closed contact SPE End of subprogram
ORB Parallel series circuit block ADDB Binary addition
ANB Parallel circuit block in series SUBB Binary subtraction
END1 End of the first level program ALT Alternative output
END2 End of the second level program DIFU Rising edge detection
SET Set DIFD Falling edge detection
RST Reset MOVE Logical AND
CMP Comparative set PARI Parity check
CTRC Counter LBL Program jump label
TMRB Timer processing CALL Subprogram call

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GSK980MD Ladder Edit Software: GSKLadder
GSKLadder is used to editing GSK980MD ladder in PC for machine manufacturers in
WIN98/2000/XP to complete PLC ladder upload and download between PC and GSK980MD.

GSK980MD Configuration Software：GSKComm

GSKComm in WINDOWS98/2000/XP. GSKCC can edit part programs in PC, upload and download
parameters, pitch error compensation data, tool compensation data and PLC ladder between PC and
GSK980MD, and transmit DNC programs.

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GSK980MD Milling CNC Type Configuration

Type Signification
GSK 980MD—□

none：standard panel （420mm×260mm）

B： boxed assembly

980MD Milling Machine CNC

GSK series

Type Specification
GSK980MD 420mm×260mm aluminum alloy operation panel
GSK980MD-B GSK980MD matched with AP01（445mm×345mm×182mm）

Standard Function
All functions in the provided technical specifications include:
Max. rapid traverse speed 30 m/min, max. feedrate 15m/min, pitch error compensation, tool nose
radius compensation, tool life management, spindle analog voltage control(converter spindle),
DNC， communication, 32 input signals and 32 output signals, standard PLC ladder compatible with
GSK980MC I/O function.

Note: Please list the requirements in the order when the special PLC ladder (I/O is not compatible
with GKS980MC) is need.

Standard Accessories
Switch power: GSK-PB2 (assembled at the back of CNC)
Connector assembly: CNC interfaces are connected by one set of plug (DB9 female×2, DB15
male×4, DB25 female×2, DB25 male×2)
Note: Corresponding plugs along with cables are supplied when they along with other components
including drive unit are delivered.

Accessory cables: 15m 10-core shield cable( X, Y, Z axis, input interface XS40/XS41, output
interface XS39/XS42);
9m 8-core shield cable (spindle encoder, input interface XS40/XS41, output
interface XS39/XS42);
3m 4-core shield cable (converter interface);

Note: The above-mentioned cables as wires(not be welded) are supplied. Signal cables (standard
length 3m/pc) with welded plugs are supplied when a whole set of drive unit and the tool post
controller are delivered. The requirements for cable length and welding should be remarked
in the order list.
Technical documents: GSK980MD Milling Machine CNC System User Manual

Optional Accessories
Communication cable A: serial communication cable 5m×1 between PC and 980MD (for end user
and machine tool manufacturer)
Communication cable B: serial communication cable 5m×1 between 980MD and 980MD (for
machine tool manufacturer used for installing and debugging the system)
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Note: The communication cables between 980MD and 980TD can be used mutually.

Communication disc: communication software installation disc ×1(including final

User exclusive configuration software GSKComm-U)
PLC disc: PLC edit software installation disc ×1 (including GSK980MD ladder edit software
GSKComm-M to machine tool manufacturer)
MPG: Dongxin RE45T1S05B1 (optional: AP01) or Changchun LGF-001-100(optional: AP02);
Additional panel：AP01（aluminum alloy 420mm×71mm） can be assembled under of GSK980MD
operation panel;
AP02 （ aluminum alloy 100mm×260mm ） can be assembled at the side of
GSK980MD operation panel;
Emergent stop button: LAY3-02ZS/1(it has been installed when GSK980MD-B is delivered);
No self-locking button: KH-516-B11 (green or red);
Self-locking button: KH-516-B21 (green or red);
I/O transfer terminal block：MCT03
Note: one set of I/O transfer cable (with 26-core shield cable3m×2, DB25 male/female socket) when
MCT03 is matched
PLC user manual: GSK980T D series PLC User Manual X 1
Remark: the optional accessories should be remarked specially to installation and connection in the
order.

Order
Remarks in the order:
1.Product type（GSK980MD, GSK980MD-B）, quantity
2. Type and number of assembly (drive unit)
3. Length and connection of accessory cable
4. Name, type, quantity, installation and connection requirements of optional accessories
5. I/O interfaces should be consistent with those of PLC definition, whether the special
requirements should be provided by PLC.

GSK980MD standard PLC I/O interface definitions

Output 1 interface（XS39） Input 1 interface（XS40）

PLC address Pin Signal name PLC address Pin Signal name
Y0.0 1 S02 X0.3 1 DECX
Y0.2 2 M10 X0.2 2 X14
Y0.4 3 M04 X0.1 3 OV8
Y0.6 4 Y16 X0.0 4 OV4
Y1.0 5 S01 X1.7 5 OV2
Y1.1 6 M32 X1.6 6 OV1
Y1.2 7 M03 X1.4 7 SP
Y1.3 8 S4/U03 X1.1 8 ST
Y1.4 9 U04 X1.3 9 DECY
Y1.5 10 U05 X0.5 10
X0.6 11 Y1.6 12 ENB
X0.7 12 Y1.7 13 FNI
Y0.1 14 S3/U02 X1.5 19 SPAL
Y0.3 15 M08 X1.0 20 SKIP
Y0.5 16 M05 X1.2 21 DECZ
Y0.7 17 ZD X0.4 22 ESP
13,25 +24V 11,23 +24V
18～24 0V 14～18,24～25 0V
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● GSK980MD REAR COVER INTERFACE LAYOUT

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● GSK980MD APPEARANCE DIMENSION

MST

输入
复位

输出

转换

换行 插入 删除 取消
修改

位置 程序 刀补 报警 设置 参数 诊断

编辑 自动 录入 机械零点 手轮 手动 主轴反转 冷却 循环启动

DNC 润滑
单段 跳段 机床锁 辅助锁 空运行 主轴停止 主轴倍率 快速倍率 进给倍率

主轴正转 点动 进给保持

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● GSK980MD-B APPEARANCE DIMENSION

MST

RESET INPUT

OUTPUT

CHANGE

INSERT
EOB DELETE CANCEL
ALTER

OFFSET ALARM SETTING

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EDIT AUTO MDI MPG MANUAL CW COOLING

MST
DNC
SINGLE SKIP DRY STOP SPINDE RAPID FEEDRATE
OVERRIDE OVERRIDE OVERRIDE

CCW JOG FEED HOLD

Φ46 Reserved handwheel hole

6-Φ16 Reserved button holes

Φ22.5 Reserved button holes

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4-Φ7 Equally spaced

● ADDITIONAL PANEL AP01

Re ser ved ho ld
(E me rg en cy stop switch ) R eserved hole(MP G)

Re ser ved ho le (b utto n)

E QS

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● ADDITIONAL PANEL AP02

Re ser ved ho le (MP G)

Re served hole (eme r gency s t op swit ch)

E QS Re se rve d h o le (b u tto n )

● I/O SPLICE TRANSFER TERMINAL BLOCK MCT03

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