584,861 active members*
4,671 visitors online*
Register for free
Login

Search:

Type: Posts; User: FishingRich

Search: Search took 0.00 seconds.

  1. Replies
    13
    Views
    4,385

    Re: Universal ATC Kit

    I do use a cushioned cylinder. But it wasn't adjusted properly in the video.

    - - - Updated - - -

    I do use a cushioned cylinder. But it wasn't adjusted properly in the video.
  2. Replies
    13
    Views
    4,385

    Re: Universal ATC Kit

    Here is one of the kits installed on a G0704 style machine. My buddy still needs to make a few adjustments but over all it is working great. The pressure applied to the slide is too high which is...
  3. Replies
    20
    Views
    6,707

    Re: Tool Changer for a Torus Pro

    What I think makes the kit unique is:

    1. We integrated proximity sensors into the design for extend, retract, and carousel home. The sensors will prevent the vast majority of tool changer crashes....
  4. Replies
    13
    Views
    4,385

    Re: Universal ATC Kit

    I used a heavy duty 14 gauge cake pan, that I cut on a fiber laser. The pan was the perfect shape to begin with. I didn't see a reason to re invent the wheel.
  5. Replies
    13
    Views
    4,385

    Re: Universal ATC Kit

    I wouldn't mind building a few tool changers for folks on the forum. I don't plan on selling plans. Would people be interested in a kit?

    The kit would likely include: 30+ machined parts, linear...
  6. Replies
    13
    Views
    4,385

    Re: Universal ATC Kit

    I use nylon bolts to hold the tool forks. Those act as the sacrificial element.

    The carousel and Z axis are homed every time I start the machine. When the machine is powered off there is a...
  7. Replies
    20
    Views
    6,707

    Re: Tool Changer for a Torus Pro

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qo5JjvBD7Vo&feature=youtu.be

    Here is a video of one of the tool changers I have built for my RF45 converted machine. My plans are designed to be universal so that...
  8. Replies
    13
    Views
    4,385

    Universal ATC Kit

    Hey Guys I decided to build an Auto Tool Changer for my RF45 converted machine. When I built the tool changer I wanted it to be adjustable so that I could use it on more than one style machine. I...
  9. Replies
    10
    Views
    1,866

    Re: Auto Tool Changer

    I think the goal would be less than half of a Tormach tool changer after the end user purchases the required electronic equipment(Stepper motor, proximity sensors, relays, solenoids). The kit would...
  10. Replies
    10
    Views
    1,866

    Re: Auto Tool Changer

    When I built the tool changer I originally wanted it for personal use. I have a second business that manufactures high end fishing lures. and I just got tired of changing tools. Additionally I really...
  11. Replies
    10
    Views
    1,866

    Re: Auto Tool Changer

    I am going to remake the umbrella chip guard out of a heavier metal. I am worried there could be reliability issues when the retractable door is added.
  12. Replies
    10
    Views
    1,866

    Re: Auto Tool Changer

    The chip guard is a pan that came from amazon prime. They are very light gauge aluminum. And the Aluminum is extra soft so it isn't really an ideal long term solution. Because the aluminum is so...
  13. Replies
    10
    Views
    1,866

    Auto Tool Changer

    Hey Guys, I would like to share my tool changer project with you. I have been working on this off and on for the last few months in-between production runs for my business. I have a RF45 style...
Results 1 to 13 of 13