Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Just to change the subject

Alvaro Fogassa wrote:

> I need to find a cheap way to do tool change on my grizzly and keep
> the same TLO for each tool every time there is a tool change.
> using the mt3 morse taper is just not working,I'm wondering if
> anyone knows a way to do this without having to change the spindle
> (from mt3 to r8)I've being thinking in keep a 3/4" end mill holder in
> the spindle and use several straight shank collets holders for that?
> any suggestions?

Your problem is consistant tool length with collets? The only way
is to get MT3 end mill holders or some quick-change system that
has interchangable collet holders. I have made the switch to mostly
end mill holders and other presettable tools with R-8 arbors, and it
makes machining where the tool needs to be changed on one setup
go a lot faster.

Building up a stack of adaptors from spindle to tool is not a good idea.
Runout will increase, and stiffness will decrease!

Jon