Automatic tool changer often referred to as an ATC, is used to improve both the production and the tool carrying capacity of a computerized numerical control or CNC machine tool.

It does this by allowing machine to work with various different tools.

As such it is part of the process to achieve full automation.

A simple CNC machine will be made to work with a single tool.

More complex machines are capable of working with larger numbers of tools.

However, for a machine to use more tools that an ATC must be provided.

The array of tools are stored within a magazine which allows the machine to access a wider variety of them without the need for an operator.

What does ATC consist of?

Automatic tool changer is generally comprised of a base, arms with a gripper, a tool holder and a support arm as well as the tool magazines.

How does ATC mechanism works?

First, the automatic tool changing command is given.

The tool that is going to be changed moves into the tool change position.

The ATC arm then moves into the position so it can pick up the tool.

One gripper arm moves the new tool to the turret while a second removes the old tool.

Why do we use ATC in machining center?

1. It could speed up the time of changing knives.

2. It could use the program to track the tool.

3. It could ensure the safety of knives.

How many common type of ATC in machining center?

1.Umbrella Type

2.Disk Type / Arm Type

3.Chain Type

What common type and brand does Maple-Tech adopt?

Brand : DEX or SANJET

Type : 20t UmbrellaType or 24-30t Disk Type