Siemens SINUMERIK codes
Siemens SINUMERIKProgram/G-codeIntermediate30-120 minutes

104210

Siemens 840D 104210 - Tool not available

Tool not available

Siemens SINUMERIK operator message 104210: Tool not available. This is an informational message from the SINUMERIK control indicating a system status or operation result that may require operator action.

Root Cause Summary

Alarm 104210 occurs when the NC program calls for a tool (via T command) that is not defined in the active tool management system or magazine. This indicates a mismatch between the programmed tool number and the tools currently available in the tool list, offset memory, or magazine configuration.

Safety

  • Refer to Siemens documentation
  • Ensure qualified technician performs repairs

Causes and Fixes

  1. 1

    Note the tool number (T value) referenced in the NC program at the alarm position.

  2. 2

    Access the tool management menu (Offset/Tool menu) and verify if the tool number exists in the tool list.

  3. 3

    If tool is missing, create a new tool entry with proper geometry and offset data, or modify the NC program to use an existing tool number.

    Ensure tool geometry values are accurate before running production to prevent collisions.

  4. 4

    Reset the alarm and restart the program from a safe position to verify the correction.

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