How to Change Fanuc ":" to "O" in Program Number

How to Change Fanuc ":" to "O" in Program Number

Overview

When outputting/punching a program from a Fanuc control, it may use a ":" instead of a "O". 

Change Parameter 3201 - Bit #3

  1. Bit #3 is 5th from left, 4th from right - XXXXXXXX
    1. Set bit 3 to "0" to punch ":" before program number - XXXX0XXX
    2. Set bit 3 to "1" to punch "O" before program number (this is preferable) - XXXX1XXX

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