Custom Code for the Tormach Lathe - Using the Ez Puller and Automatic Collet

A mHUB member asked Quinn to mill a bunch of tiny parts from two sticks of 304 stainless. Using the Tormach lathe, the job gave Quinn a reason to try two tools he’d never used before: the part puller and automatic collet closer. Without these tools the job would start, stop, and then require the material to be manually moved - over and over. Quinn was able to build and code a model in Fusion 360 so the job could run itself using the ez puller, bar feeder, and automatic collet for lights out machining.
Access the code here: bit.ly/lathepartpuller
Equipment used in this video:
Tormach Lathe
Fusion 360
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[@thepartsrunner5758]

Bravo sir

[@benbixel3252]

Great video, if you add a basket (parts catcher) to bottom of tool slide. You will not have to fish parts out chip bin when cycle is finished. Sweet little machine

[@mHUBInside]

Ha! Ironically enough we're running this job again and will be devising a parts catcher to go with it. If we capture it on video we'll post an update. Thanks for watching and for the good suggestion (great minds think alike!)

[@jimsgym4468]

I see these tormach lathes "home" after every operation. Could the G&M code be manually edited to avoid these wasted movements between turret tool changes? If I purchase this lathe I intend on running production with it right away and if i could eliminate any extra travel that would be a huge benefit. Thanks

[@mHUBInside]

Good question! Quinn is traveling for the next two weeks but will give this some thought upon his return. We'll get back in touch. Cheers!

[@DavidCulverslicingblade]

Hey, You should probably blur out system passwords. IE @1:33

[@mHUBInside]

Nice flag - thank you. Updates made and will be on the lookout for similar culprits to blur in the future. Cheers.

[@JarppaGuru]

and what ya going ro do with it. if you walk in job u allready own machine even password read there lol