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General Mach Discussion / Re: Relay Issues

« on: May 28, 2022, 09:47:06 AM »

I will control the output signal via a macro. For the time being, I'm attempting to control through Flood or Mist command.

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General Mach Discussion / Relay Issues

« on: May 27, 2022, 11:32:44 PM »

Utilizing Mach 3 on a cnc router. I setup a stand-alone 5-volt relay to run a 24-volt pneumatic solenoid for an air blast. I originally utilized Output 8 for controlling the relay. Initially for some strange reason, the relay was controlled off/on by the Reset button. I changed to a different Output and the issue went away and now relay works correctly.

I’m setting up another separate relay (same as first relay) and I’m having the same issue. I changed to a different Output and the Reset button triggers the relay off/ on again. I hope this is enough information for help.

Any thoughts on things I could check out?

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General Mach Discussion / Re: CNC Router Automatic Tool Changer- In search of help.

« on: October 02, 2020, 07:32:22 PM »

I would like to write a quick test code to enter in the MDI line. I would like to Get tool #6 then return tool #6 and then Get tool #3 . How would this code be written?

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General Mach Discussion / Re: CNC Router Automatic Tool Changer- In search of help.

« on: October 01, 2020, 09:07:55 PM »

Thank you!

I added travel distance to the... 'TPS G90 G31 Y0.0 does not make sense, probing distance is zero
I now have it successfully picking up a tool from the tool pallet. I may have more questions as I move forward but its a good start!

Stay tuned...

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General Mach Discussion / Re: CNC Router Automatic Tool Changer- In search of help.

« on: September 30, 2020, 04:48:09 PM »

Both but I would like to start with the TH center Marco that I attached. As I stated, my Mach3 is setup in metric but the TH center macro appears to be in imperial. First, would that cause issues? if so, how do I correct.

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General Mach Discussion / Re: CNC Router Automatic Tool Changer- In search of help.

« on: September 30, 2020, 09:37:12 AM »

Photo of machine. Did not attach to previous message.

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General Mach Discussion / Re: CNC Router Automatic Tool Changer- In search of help.

« on: September 30, 2020, 09:33:17 AM »

Thank you.

Attached is the photo of the machine with tool pallet.I am utilizing the Midwest Rapid Tool system. The output that controls the air solenoid is Output 5 and functions both manually and by Mach. As an example, I run the find TH center macro,  Z axis comes down in what appears to be in the correct order and orientation but does not touch the tool holder, then times out and goes to the next position. My machine is setup in metric units and it appears the macros are in imperial,that may cause issues.I believe its all in the macros. I attached the 1st tool TH center macro for review.

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General Mach Discussion / CNC Router Automatic Tool Changer- In search of help.

« on: September 29, 2020, 02:00:08 PM »

Hello,

In search of a Mach3 professional to work one on one basis that can help me setup ATC for CNC Router.
I’m utilizing Mach3, 2010 Screenset (currently manual tool change) and have all hardware and software in place.
Basically, aid in setting up Mach3 for ATC, changing/ adding screen set and proofing/editing macros which I all ready have.
Although, I'm familiar with Mach 3 software and have a solid understanding, this is not my area of expertise.   
Please contact me with questions and fee requirements.
 Thank you.

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General Mach Discussion / Mach3 Turn -Recent -Tab

« on: December 04, 2019, 06:45:38 PM »

Hello,

Mach3 Turn,Cycle Screen. How do I delete program files under the Recent tab? I need to remove a few old files.

Thank you.

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General Mach Discussion / Mach3 Turn Rear Tool Post

« on: November 30, 2019, 07:14:20 PM »

Hello,

CNC wood lathe with rear tool post as X axis. The issue is the axis doesn’t make contact with material. It appears it’s cutting in the opposite direct. Is this basically a changing of perimeter issue? Or more then this.  Thanks for the help.