Woohoo, thanks, that's awesome, gonna check that site out.
Nope, not for a conventional machine, I am building my own which will run
off Mach 2. But I'd love to automate the tool changing, so I wouldn't mind
spending a little time learning what kind of attachment I need for the job.
I'm in the design phase now, I'd like to integrate a tool-changer right now
if it's simple.
Robert
:)
-----Message d'origine-----
De :
Homebrew_PCBs@yahoogroups.com [mailto:
Homebrew_PCBs@yahoogroups.com] De
la part de Brian Chapman
Envoyé : juin 12 2005 12:15
À :
Homebrew_PCBs@yahoogroups.comObjet : [Homebrew_PCBs] Re: Automatic bit holder - was setting the rings on
carbide drills
> I was wondering if any of you have come up with a simple automated
tool changing system, or have seen one that is within a "simple man's" reach
to fabricate. Robert <
Robert, hi,
I've got a CNC Sherline tabletop mill; is this the type of machine you hope
to find an tool changing system for? If so, here's a note from the Sherline
Yahoo group that I saved. Hope it's helpful (but, I haven't visited the site
since the date of the post):
......................................................
"onecooltoolfool"
Jan 23, 2004
Mini Automatic Tool Changer
Home Shop Accessories Inc. of Louisville has released plans and kits for the
first, fully automatic tool changer designed for miniature machining and CNC
applications. The tool changer is a complete, self-contained spindle and
turret that was specifically designed to work with Sherline, Taig, MaxNC,
and other mini CNC milling machines.
This six-station sequential tool changer will take your hobby CNC to the
next level of performance and productivity. The mechanism can be used in
full, or semi-automatic mode and features a six-station tool turret and
pneumatic drawbar.
The tool changer can function with CNC or manual machines and requires only
one, single actuation signal, either manual or remote, to execute a tool
change cycle.
Highlights:
One channel of digital I/O (no subroutine programming or separate
controller)
Multiple kit levels available for beginner thru advanced
Rapid tool change, 1 to 3 second cycle time
Full or semi automatic operation
Fast growing community of builders online at Yahoo minitoolchanger group
Secure, fast, online ordering with PayPal, receive your plans in a few
minutes!
www.homeshopaccessories.com
Join in the mini tool changer discussion online at
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/minitoolchanger Be sure to visit the group home and check for new Links, Files, and Photos:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Homebrew_PCBsIf Files or Photos are running short of space, post them here:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Homebrew_PCBs_Archives/ Yahoo! Groups Links