Re: Stopped using ATC
LRF its unfortunate you are having issues I have one of the first ATC's and have next to zero issues with it. Just simple maintenance things but I am not afraid to go in the house while the machine runs. The advantage for me was while the machine runs I am running other machines or assembling product. This essentially doubles the money in my pocket per hour. I also have tried to fixture up so the machine runs for longer times by cutting more parts this lets me be even more productive in the shop. I also constantly tweak the programs to get the fastest machine time possible. Some programs I have completely rewritten to be more efficient to reduce machining time. Multiple vises and fixture plates help.
Regards and well wishes,
RAD. Yes those are my initials. Idea, design, build, use. It never ends.
PCNC1100 Series II, w/S3 upgrade, PDB, ATC & 4th's, PCNC1100 Series II, 4th