Fanuc 0i Error Code 038

Fanuc CNC Major P/S Alarm

Model: FANUC Series 0i / 0i Mate | Code: 038

Applicable Systems
Series 0i Series 16/18/21 Alpha Beta

Symptoms

An overcut condition was detected during tool nose radius compensation.

Possible Causes

  • The programmed path would result in cutting into the workpiece.
  • Tool radius too large for the programmed contour.

Troubleshooting Steps

  1. Step 1: Check the programmed contour against the tool nose radius.
    Overcut condition identified.
  2. Step 2: Reduce the tool nose radius or modify the contour.
    Program executes without overcut.

How to Reset

Fix the overcut condition and reset to clear the alarm.

Source: Fanuc 0i/0iMate Alarm Code List, FANUC Corporation

Category: CNC