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.

This product is licensed under the Benchworks Tools Digital File License.

By purchasing these print files, you are granted a license to print, build, and use one Automatic Tool Changer for your own workshop — including using it commercially on your own CNC to produce parts, products, or work for clients.

This license covers one build per purchase. You shall not print or cut additional complete units, parts, or kits from this design for resale, nor share, sub-license, sell, rent, host, transfer, or distribute the digital files themselves in any way, including derivative or modified versions. Reproducing, remaking, or distributing this ATC — as a full build, as individual parts, or as the print files — for sale to others requires separate written permission from Benchworks Tools. 

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