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Mach Discussion => General Mach Discussion => Topic started by: at6c on January 23, 2010, 08:17:04 PM

Title: Lathe Tool Changer
Post by: at6c on January 23, 2010, 08:17:04 PM
I am converting an Anilam lathe to Mach3.  The lathe has a six position tool changer made by Baruffaldi.  The tool changer is driven by an old Mitsubishi PLC and integrated into the Anilam control.  I would like to up date the PLC to a DirectPLC DO-6.  The changer uses a 3 phase motor, encoder, lock, and position sensor to move it into position.  Has anyone integrated this type of changer into Mach?  Any advice or assistance would be appreciated.  Thanks.
George