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Amada

Control Type: FANUC-based (various series, including AMNC-3i)

Special Considerations:

  • Amada machines often have custom parameter sets
  • Part counting may use Amada-specific M-codes
  • Check with Amada for recommended configuration
  • Nearly always have their own internal network for peripheral devices

Accessing FANUC Settings on AMNC-3i Controls

Amada machines running the AMNC-3i interface use a Windows-based PC front-end. To configure the FANUC embedded Ethernet port, launch the CNC Screen Display Function from the Windows Start menu — this gives you direct access to standard FANUC configuration screens:

Amada AMNC-3i control — Windows Start menu with "CNC Screen Display Function" highlighted at the top of the program list

Amada AMNC-3i with CNC Screen Display Function open — COMMONEMBEDDED screen showing IP Address, Subnet Mask, DHCP CLIENT fields; EMBEDDED is set as Available Device; FOCAS2 softkey at bottom to set TCP port to 8193

Locating the FANUC NCU in the Electrical Cabinet

Amada electrical cabinet interior — FANUC NCU (FOCAS NIC) location highlighted in red box on the right side of the cabinet; yellow FANUC servo drives visible on the left

FANUC NCU embedded Ethernet port (A02B-0327 B802) close-up — RJ45 EMBEDDED PORT circled in red, located on the side of the yellow FANUC NCU module

Internal Network Consideration:

⚠️ IMPORTANT: Amada machines typically have an internal network connecting multiple peripheral devices (press brake, load/unload systems, safety controllers, etc.) to the FANUC control.

Check CD38A Port Usage:

  1. Verify if the CD38A (embedded Ethernet) port is already in use
  2. Look for existing Ethernet connections to the FANUC control
  3. Check if peripheral devices are communicating via the embedded port

If CD38A Port Is In Use:

We recommend using a dedicated 1:1 Edge device for the Amada machine:

Setup:

  1. Connect the Edge device to the existing internal network
  2. The Edge bridges the Amada internal network to your company network
  3. This preserves the isolated network for all Amada peripheral devices
  4. Edge provides secure connection to MachineMetrics cloud

Why This Is Important:

  • Amada's internal network often uses specific IP addressing
  • Peripheral devices may not function if network is disrupted
  • A dedicated Edge device prevents network conflicts
  • Maintains Amada's safety and control systems isolation

If CD38A Port Is Available:

If the embedded port is not in use, you can connect directly:

  1. Follow standard FOCAS setup
  2. Connect Edge device directly to CD38A port
  3. Configure network settings as normal

Configuration:

  • Standard FOCAS setup applies
  • Verify M-code configuration with Amada documentation
  • Some models may have multiple part counters