Learn FANUC-KAREL-TP-EXTENSIONS with Real Code Examples

KAREL programs run on the Fanuc controller CPU

TP Extensions interact via the pendant's interface layer

Machine I/O accessed through built-in functions and variables

External communications via Ethernet/IP, Modbus, or custom protocols

Event-driven tasks can run in parallel with main program execution

KAREL programs executed by CNC/robot controller CPU

TP screens rendered on teach pendant interface

I/O and sensor data accessed via controller functions

Background and event-driven tasks managed by KAREL runtime

Simulation executed via Roboguide for pre-deployment validation

Top-level main program calling subprograms

Modular subroutines for repeated logic

TP dialogs for operator input and feedback

Event-driven monitoring tasks

External communication for sensors or PLC integration

High-precision CNC machining cells

Multi-axis robotic assembly lines

Integrated sensor/vision inspection stations

Automated material handling with robots

Operator-assisted production cells with TP guidance

High-level programming for CNC/robot logic

Modular code for reusable routines

Real-time access to machine state and I/O

User-focused TP customization for efficiency

Safety-oriented execution and error handling

Use subprograms for repeated logic

Segment TP screens for different operators/tasks

Integrate multiple robots or axes modularly

Use Roboguide for testing multi-machine workflows

Maintain version control for KAREL programs and TP files

Check KAREL compatibility with controller firmware

Update TP screens to match new machine configuration

Validate POS and AXIS data for new setup

Test logic with simulation before live deployment

Backup previous programs and parameters before migration