What causes Siemens SINUMERIK alarm 61313?

Probe number (_PRNUM) is outside the valid range for configured probes. Referenced probe does not exist in the system configuration. Measuring cycle attempted to use probe index that exceeds available probe array size. Data fields _TP[] or _WP[] not properly initialized for the specified probe number. Calibration values _CVAL[0]/_CVAL[1] mismatch with probe number assignment.

How do I fix Siemens SINUMERIK alarm 61313?

1. Verify the _PRNUM value in the active measuring cycle matches a configured probe number in the system 2. Check machine parameters to confirm total number of available tool probes (_TP[]) and workpiece probes (_WP[]) and their index range 3. Review the measuring cycle source code to ensure _PRNUM is not hardcoded incorrectly or exceeding array bounds 4. Inspect calibration data _CVAL[0] and _CVAL[1] to confirm they are defined for the probe number being called 5. If adding a new probe, create the corresponding data field entry in _TP[] or _WP[] array and re-index all probe references in affected measuring cycles

Siemens SINUMERIK codes

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Probing · Intermediate · 30-60 minutes

Alarm 61313

Siemens 840D 61313 - Channel Block: Check probe number

The probe has an impermissible value (_PRNUM). The alarm can be triggered by the following measuring cycles: all measuring cycles. Remedy: Correct _PRNUM or create data field _TP[] or _WP[] for additional tool or workpiece probe and adjust _CVAL[0]/_CVAL[1] accordingly.

Siemens SINUMERIKProbingIntermediate30-60 minutes

61313

Siemens 840D 61313 - Channel Block: Check probe number

Channel Block: Check probe number

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Common Causes

Probe number (_PRNUM) is outside the valid range for configured probes
Referenced probe does not exist in the system configuration
Measuring cycle attempted to use probe index that exceeds available probe array size
Data fields _TP[] or _WP[] not properly initialized for the specified probe number
Calibration values _CVAL[0]/_CVAL[1] mismatch with probe number assignment

Troubleshooting Steps

1Verify the _PRNUM value in the active measuring cycle matches a configured probe number in the system
2Check machine parameters to confirm total number of available tool probes (_TP[]) and workpiece probes (_WP[]) and their index range
3Review the measuring cycle source code to ensure _PRNUM is not hardcoded incorrectly or exceeding array bounds
4Inspect calibration data _CVAL[0] and _CVAL[1] to confirm they are defined for the probe number being called
5If adding a new probe, create the corresponding data field entry in _TP[] or _WP[] array and re-index all probe references in affected measuring cycles

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