Questions about Boxford 160 TCL

[Saracen]

> Would you have an idea how to drive your atc by g code?

It needs to rotate a set number of steps forward to select the next tool, then backwards a few steps to lock it against the ratchet.

> Should be possible with the macro?

No doubt, but the Mk2/4 doesn't have a macro facility (yet)

Adrian.

[Germy]

Is there a proximity switch in the turret where the controller would get the position from when firing up the machine.
But how do you work out the number of steps you have to fill in the macro?
Looks like you have to order something from the Netherlands ;)