NOVATURN TOOL CHANGE POSITION.

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Dodds
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NOVATURN TOOL CHANGE POSITION.

Post by Dodds » Mon 01 Mar , 2021 22:25 pm

Hi, would anyone know if it is possible to alter the tool change position on my Novaturn. (in a program)
Using M6 It currently rapids to the home position to change a tool (Auto tool changer!) This wastes time and adds extra wear to the machine and so I was wondering if I can insert/alter the code so that it retracts only the amount necessary to safely change a tool rather than retracting all the way to home each time.

Any suggestions welcome

Cheers
David

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Re: NOVATURN TOOL CHANGE POSITION.

Post by Martin » Tue 02 Mar , 2021 13:36 pm

Hi David

What software are you using to run the Novaturn?

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Re: NOVATURN TOOL CHANGE POSITION.

Post by Dodds » Sun 07 Mar , 2021 19:19 pm

Hi Martin, thank you for your reply and sorry for the delay in getting back to you.
The control software is VR CNC Turning V1.49.

For programs I have a copy of edgecam and use a post that's close and just edit it a little.

Cheers
David

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Re: NOVATURN TOOL CHANGE POSITION.

Post by Martin » Tue 09 Mar , 2021 14:32 pm

If you go to Setup then to Machine Parameters & enter the password denny you can change it in the Tool Changer box.

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Re: NOVATURN TOOL CHANGE POSITION.

Post by Dodds » Fri 12 Mar , 2021 18:47 pm

Thank you Martin, that worked fine.

Cheers
David

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