[Hooky]

So i have this CNC from Taiwan, 3 Axis machine, one with 12 tools, supports Auto Tool Measure, as well as Auto Tool Changer. So when i try to add tools into the machine through the controller (example: T1, T2) and hit "run", it gives me the "1st path predict Z Axis over (+) Soft limit coordinate", and it won't do anything unless i get rid of this alarm, how do i fix this issue?

 

[Hooky]

assuming that the machine has performed a successful initialize/home.

after you have established the Z height on the table surface, you need to "measure tool" for each of the tools (at least the ones which are in your program). you also need to use a tool change post processor.

it appears that the controller is seeing a Z travel command in the program which would exceed the table (upper or lower) limits. assuming that the program does not have dimensions outside the Z travel limits, it is likely the tool measure offset that is off, saved when measuring tools. my $0,02 worth, hopefully others more knowledgeable will chime in.

was it once working then failed, or are you trying to run it for the first time?

I'm trying to run it for the first time. When i give it the instructions to grab a specific tool number, it just won't go and instead gives me this alarm. Though the machine is perfectly functional and can move the X, Y, and Z axis successfully

 

[Hooky]

how do you "get rid of the alarm"? (won't do anything unless i get rid of this alarm)

is it a carousel?

can you retrieve an original copy of the controller software? the current macro for "tool change" may be corrupted...

is it possible that there is an inch vs metric setup change happening?

I can't get rid of the alarm, the machine originally isn't mine but it is up to me to get it working, the thing is, many people in the past have tried to work on the machine and still didn't get a result, i'm guessing someone must've changed something in the controller that is off