Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) for MM-1000, AMB/Kress Spindles
Automatic Tool Changer for MM-1000/AMB/Kress Spindles
With the Automatic Tool Changer for the STEPCRAFT MM-1000 spindle a time consuming manual exchange of tools is no longer required. After once defining the parameters in the machine control software, the magazine is approached automatically. With the use of compressed air, a tool is returned or a new one collected. The supplied magazine can hold up to six tools and is optionally extendable for up to twelve.
The Tool Changer for the MM-1000 comes with the Switch-Box.
*If you would like to use your Laser Engraving Head DL445 with the Switch Box also, then you MUST purchase the 2nd Layer module add-on to enable it's connectivity and switch it on/off with the Box.
**The Automatic Tool Changer is NOT compatible with the Exhaust Adapter without the use of the ATC Tool Magazine with Dust Boot Control**
Tool holders with appropriate ER11 collets have to be purchased separately as well as the Switchable Socket which is needed for operating the device.
NOTE: For MM-1000 (Non DI) spindles, a REMOTE SWITCHABLE POWER CONTROLLER is required to properly interface the ON/OFF function of the spindle. The REMOTE SWITCHABLE POWER CONTROLLER is NOT required for MM-1000 DI (Digitally Interfaced) spindles.
The TOOL LENGTH SENSOR is required for full use of the Automatic Tool Changer.
Technical Specifications of the STEPCRAFT M.500 CNC System
Machine's Footprint (Width, Length, Height) | 23" x 28.6" x 25.4" |
X-Travel | 13.7" (348 mm) |
Y-Travel | 21.4" (543.6 mm) |
Z-Travel | 7.63" (194 mm) |
Gantry Clearance (Z) | 8.07" (205 mm) |
Table Work Area (X, Y) | 20.2" x 25.6" (513 x 650.2 mm) |
Max Feed Rate | 283 in/min (120 mm/sec) |
Lead/Ball Screws | igus dryspin 12x5 mm (optional HIWIN ball screws 12x5 mm) |
Linear Drive | Bosch Rexroth ball bearing linear guides |
Stepper Motors | Sanyo Denki NEMA 23 (1 on X and Z and 2 on Y axes) |
Positional Accuracy/Repeatability | +/- 0.0009" (+/- 0.025 mm) w/igus dryspin +/- 0.0005" (+/- 0.015 mm) w/HIWIN ball screws |
Programmable Resolution | +/- 0.0002" (+/- 0.00625 mm) |
Backlash | +/- 0.0019" (+/- 0.05 mm) w/igus dryspin +/- 0.0012" (+/- 0.03 mm) w/HIWIN ball screws |
Weight | 48.5 lbs (22kg) |
Power Requirements | 110V-240V, 50-60 Hz, 180 watts (Comes with 110V USA plug) |
Interface | USB 2.0 / Parallel (LPT1) / Network RJ-45 |
Computer Requirements | PC with 1Ghz Processor (Laptop, Desktop or All-in-One), USB 2.0 interface, Windows 7 or higher (32/64 bit) OR MAC OS X 10.3.9 or higher with Windows emulation (Parallels or BootCamp) |
Scope Of Delivery
- The M-Series machine will arrive completely ready to run. If you ordered a DIY Kit then it will come with all necessary mechanical and electrical components.
- UCCNC control software
- UC100 Parallel to USB interface
- USB Cable
- Power supply with 110V USA power cable
- 3 x Flexi Guides™
- WERA Tool Set
- Operating Manual
- Detailed assembly manual
Required Tools
- WERA tool set (Included in the DIY Kit)
- 5.5 mm box wrench
- Wire Cutter
- Long-nose pliers
- Cutter Knife
- Digital Calipers
- 3-in-1 oil and grease
System Requirements
- PC with 1GHz processor
- USB Interface (Optional Ethernet)
- Windows XP or higher (32/64 bit)
- MAC OS X 10.3.9 or higher with Windows Emulation