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TECHNICAL DOCUMENT
Version 1220A
OWNER'S GUIDE
1100MX AUTOMATIC TOOL CHANGER (ATC)
Page 1
Specifications subject to change without notice.
©Tormach® 2020

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  • Page 1 TECHNICAL DOCUMENT Version 1220A OWNER'S GUIDE 1100MX AUTOMATIC TOOL CHANGER (ATC) Page 1 Specifications subject to change without notice. ©Tormach® 2020...
  • Page 2 Before you begin, select the image below to watch a walk-through video of this entire installation procedure. PURPOSE This document gives instructions on installing and using an Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) for 1100MX. PRODUCT INFORMATION Product: Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) for 1100MX (PN 39289) The Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) holds up to 12 tools in a single tray.
  • Page 3 From the PathPilot interface, select Exit. c. Turn the Main Disconnect switch to OFF on the side of the electrical cabinet. Page 3 ©Tormach® 2020 tormach.com Specifications subject to change without notice. TD10626: Owner's Guide: 1100MX Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) (1220A)
  • Page 4 FRL Filter-Regulator-Lubricator (PN 32457) or similar for this purpose. Install the Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) Complete the following steps in the order listed: Page 4 ©Tormach® 2020 tormach.com Specifications subject to change without notice. TD10626: Owner's Guide: 1100MX Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) (1220A)

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Then, cut the cable ties that secure the air lines together. 6. Remove the Power Drawbar button from the spindle head. Page 5 ©Tormach® 2020 tormach.com Specifications subject to change without notice. TD10626: Owner's Guide: 1100MX Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) (1220A)

  • Page 6: Install The Air Cylinder

    Connect the short air line to the front of the cylinder. Connect the long air line to the back of the cylinder. Page 6 ©Tormach® 2020 tormach.com Specifications subject to change without notice. TD10626: Owner's Guide: 1100MX Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) (1220A)

  • Page 7: Mount The Automatic Tool Changer (Atc) Bracket

    Figure 4: Four standoffs installed on the Z-column. 5. Securely tighten the standoffs on the Z-column with a 1-1/2 in. adjustable wrench. Page 7 ©Tormach® 2020 tormach.com Specifications subject to change without notice. TD10626: Owner's Guide: 1100MX Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) (1220A)

  • Page 8: Install The Main Assembly

    CAUTION! Team Lift Required: You must have the aid of more than one person to lift and move the object. The object is heavy, and lifting it by yourself can cause serious injury. Page 8 ©Tormach® 2020 tormach.com Specifications subject to change without notice. TD10626: Owner's Guide: 1100MX Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) (1220A)

  • Page 9: Level The Automatic Tool Changer (Atc)

    Examine Perpendicularity in the Y Direction Examine Perpendicularity in the X Direction Examine the Alignment of the Carousel Door Opening Page 9 ©Tormach® 2020 tormach.com Specifications subject to change without notice. TD10626: Owner's Guide: 1100MX Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) (1220A)

  • Page 10: Prepare The Machine

    2. Verify that the linear bearing on the ATC is flush with the ATC main assembly. Figure 8: Linear bearing flush with the ATC main assembly. Page 10 ©Tormach® 2020 tormach.com Specifications subject to change without notice. TD10626: Owner's Guide: 1100MX Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) (1220A)

  • Page 11: Examine Perpendicularity In The Y Direction

    5. Reexamine the alignment of the ATC in the Y direction. If the rod isn't perpendicular to the vertical edge of the machinist's square, repeat Steps 2 through 5. Page 11 ©Tormach® 2020 tormach.com Specifications subject to change without notice. TD10626: Owner's Guide: 1100MX Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) (1220A)

  • Page 12: Examine Perpendicularity In The X Direction

    1. Remove the tool holder from the fork, and set it aside. Note: You'll need this tool later in the installation procedure to make further alignments. Page 12 ©Tormach® 2020 tormach.com Specifications subject to change without notice. TD10626: Owner's Guide: 1100MX Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) (1220A)
  • Page 13 Figure 11: Distance between the carousel door opening and the spindle mounting flange. If the carousel door opening must be adjusted, go to Step 5. Page 13 ©Tormach® 2020 tormach.com Specifications subject to change without notice. TD10626: Owner's Guide: 1100MX Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) (1220A)
  • Page 14 9. Center the machine table: from the PathPilot interface, in the MDI Line DRO field, type G20 G53 G1 X9 Y-5.5 Z0 F20. Then select the Enter key. Page 14 ©Tormach® 2020 tormach.com Specifications subject to change without notice. TD10626: Owner's Guide: 1100MX Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) (1220A)

  • Page 15: Make Air Connections

    Figure 13: Air in port in the ATC main assembly. d. If you haven't already done so, connect your shop's air supply to the FRL. Page 15 ©Tormach® 2020 tormach.com Specifications subject to change without notice. TD10626: Owner's Guide: 1100MX Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) (1220A)

  • Page 16: Make Electrical Connections

    The ATC tab appears in the PathPilot interface. Note: If prompted, you may need to update the firmware for the ATC. Follow the on-screen instructions. Page 16 ©Tormach® 2020 tormach.com Specifications subject to change without notice. TD10626: Owner's Guide: 1100MX Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) (1220A)
  • Page 17 5. From the PathPilot interface, on the Main tab, in the RPM DRO field, type 1000. Then select the Enter key. 6. Select FWD. The spindle starts. Page 17 ©Tormach® 2020 tormach.com Specifications subject to change without notice. TD10626: Owner's Guide: 1100MX Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) (1220A)
  • Page 18 Figure 16: VFD Running light on the Status tab. Note: If the VFD Running light did not come on in the previous step, we can help. Email support@tormach.com to contact Tormach Technical Support for guidance on how to proceed. 8. Select Stop. The spindle stops.
  • Page 19 7. On the ATC tab, select Set TC POS. Figure 18: Set TC POS button on the ATC tab. The tool change position has now been set. Page 19 ©Tormach® 2020 tormach.com Specifications subject to change without notice. TD10626: Owner's Guide: 1100MX Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) (1220A)
  • Page 20 If the Spindle is Concentric with the Tool You've completed the alignments. If Adjustments are Required Go to Step 18. Page 20 ©Tormach® 2020 tormach.com Specifications subject to change without notice. TD10626: Owner's Guide: 1100MX Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) (1220A)
  • Page 21 22. Move the Z-axis up: in the MDI Line DRO field, type G20 G53 G1 Z0 F20. Then select the Enter key. 23. Remove the tool from the ATC. Then, select Retract. Page 21 ©Tormach® 2020 tormach.com Specifications subject to change without notice. TD10626: Owner's Guide: 1100MX Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) (1220A)

  • Page 22: Assign Tool Numbers

    The tool is assigned to the nearest open slot. The ATC fetches the tool from the spindle and stores the tool in the tray. When stored, the tool number displays on the tray image in the center of the screen. Page 22 ©Tormach® 2020 tormach.com Specifications subject to change without notice. TD10626: Owner's Guide: 1100MX Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) (1220A)

  • Page 23: Automatically Unload A Tool From The Tool Tray

    Figure 3: Remove DRO field on the ATC tab. 2. Select Remove. The ATC fetches the tool from the tray. 3. Unload the tool from the spindle. Page 23 ©Tormach® 2020 tormach.com Specifications subject to change without notice. TD10626: Owner's Guide: 1100MX Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) (1220A)

  • Page 24: Load A Tool Into The Spindle

    Figure 5: Drawbar open button on the side of the ATC. The drawbar opens. 2. Load a tool into the spindle. 3. Release the button. The drawbar closes. Page 24 ©Tormach® 2020 tormach.com Specifications subject to change without notice. TD10626: Owner's Guide: 1100MX Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) (1220A)

  • Page 25: Manually Unload A Tool From The Tool Tray

    From the PathPilot interface, on the Settings tab, select the Manual Tool Change radio button. The Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) is prevented from making tool changes. Page 25 ©Tormach® 2020 tormach.com Specifications subject to change without notice. TD10626: Owner's Guide: 1100MX Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) (1220A)
  • Page 26 Cause: Main machine FRL’s setpoint too low. Probability How-To Steps Medium Verify that the machine FRL is set to 90 psi (0.6 MPa). Page 26 ©Tormach® 2020 tormach.com Specifications subject to change without notice. TD10626: Owner's Guide: 1100MX Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) (1220A)
  • Page 27 Clean and reassemble the Low Pressure Regulator onto the ATC. Then, repeat Step 2. Page 27 ©Tormach® 2020 tormach.com Specifications subject to change without notice. TD10626: Owner's Guide: 1100MX Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) (1220A)
  • Page 28 TECHNICAL DOCUMENT SCHEMATICS Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) Pneumatics Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) Pneumatics Page 28 ©Tormach® 2020 tormach.com Specifications subject to change without notice. TD10626: Owner's Guide: 1100MX Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) (1220A)

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