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Rapid Change ATC

Pro Feature

Automatic tool changer plugins require ncSender Pro.

Automatic tool changer support for the Rapid Change ATC system.

Features

  • Automatic tool change sequences (load, unload, probe)
  • Configurable pocket positions and tool setter location
  • Pre/post tool change G-code events
  • Probe integration for tool length measurement
  • Support for multiple collet sizes (ER20, etc.)

Configuration

Configure pocket positions, spindle speeds, plunge depths, and safety heights through the plugin settings dialog.

Tool Change Sequence

  1. Retract to safe Z
  2. Move to current tool pocket
  3. Execute unload sequence (counter-rotation + retract)
  4. Move to new tool pocket
  5. Execute load sequence (rotation + plunge)
  6. Move to tool length setter
  7. Probe tool length
  8. Resume program