The G53 command is used to move one or more axes to a specified machine coordinate position.

When multiple axes are specified, they will move together in a straight line and arrive at the target position at the same time. The axes can be linear, rotary, or a combination of both.

The G53 command is non-modal and is valid only on the line where it is specified.

Syntax & Parameters

The G53 command must be followed by the axis or axes to move and their corresponding machine coordinate values. Multiple axes may be specified on the same line.

The X, Y, Z, A, and B values specify the axes to move and the machine coordinate positions to move to. The distance values use the current machine units.

The G00 command can be used in combination with G53 to move the axes at rapid speed.

The G01 command can be used in combination with G53 to move the axes at a specified feed rate.

Example Program – Rapid Move in Machine Coordinates

N10 G53 G00 X10 Y20

In this example, the axes move to X10 and Y20 using absolute machine coordinates at rapid speed.

Example Program – Feedrate Move in Machine Coordinates

N10 G53 G01 X10 Y20 F100

In this example, the axes move to X10 and Y20 using absolute machine coordinates at a feed rate of 100 millimetres per minute.