CNC ATC-Basic

This Basic version comes in 4, 5 or 6 tool pocket configuration. The ATC is designed to be modular and allow for adding tool pockets later. This model comes with IR Beam sensors for tool recognition and include a small integrated tool setter(TLS). Please make sure your CNC firmware and controller is compatible with tool change operation. The Basic version does not have a dustcover. Collet nuts are excluded. You will require a base plate or mount plate to install on your CNC, this is not included.

Compatibility: This ATC requires a CNC controller and firmware capable of macro execution and tool-change commands (M6, M66). The included macros are written for GRBL/grblHAL-based machines and have been tested on grblHAL specifically. They have not been tested on LinuxCNC, Mach3/4, or other controllers, and are not guaranteed to work without modification on those platforms.

Before purchasing, please confirm your spindle can run at low RPM, as this is required for the load/unload procedure during automated tool changes.

Downloads:

https://benchworks.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Benchworks-ATC-Installation-Guide.pdf

https://benchworks.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Benchworks-ATC-Macros.zip