In 2025, most shops want a digital copy of the Amada Pega 357 user manual. Here is the reality check:
Do not rely on a scanned PDF that is missing fold-out schematics. The hydraulic and electrical diagrams are often double-page spreads. If your scan cuts off the right edge, you cannot trace circuits.
Manual solution (Section 5.4):
The PEGA 357 uses Fanuc’s punching-specific G-codes. The manual provides a quick reference:
It also explains the proprietary Amada “Punching Cycle” with dwell times at bottom dead center. amada pega 357 user manual
The manual contains a daily/weekly/monthly/yearly checklist:
If you bought a used PEGA 357, ask the dealer if the original manuals are included. Many shops lose them over time, but reputable dealers often scan and archive manuals for all machines they sell. In 2025, most shops want a digital copy
A full diagram shows stations 1 through 58. The manual explains:
The manual details the exact sequence for "repositioning" (re-gripping a long sheet). Incorrect reprogramming of the clamp release point can cause the sheet to eject at high speed. Do not rely on a scanned PDF that