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  1. 02-19-2014, 12:43 AM #1
    jerodor
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    Exclamation Fadal VMC 15 error on Changing Tool

    Hi everyone,

    I have an error on my CNC machine, is a Fadal VMC 15. The thing is, when a I change a tool it doesn't go up enouph on Z axis to make the change of the other tool.
    I allready adjust the resolver and It wasn't the problem...

    Any Idea is welocome!!!

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  2. 02-21-2014, 02:09 PM #2
    oldedi
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    Looks like the parameter for ballscrew pitch is set wrong. At ENTER NEXT COMMAND, type SETP, hit the space bar (or P key) to page 3, use the enter key to move the asterisk to the ballscrew pitch parameter, change it to INCH. Power cycle the machine. Let me know.
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  3. 02-24-2014, 06:08 AM #3
    Waynno
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    Delete, I dont think my solution was a wise one, Thats quite a problem
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  4. 02-25-2014, 03:21 AM #4
    jerodor
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    Oldedi,
    Thank you alot it was really helpfull!!!!
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