STEPCRAFT SK15 Manuale utente
Operating Manual.
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05/21
Tool Magazine SK15 for M-Series (Art. No. 12367 / 12368 / 12370)
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Table of Contents
Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1 General Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.1 Information and Explanation of used Terminology.............................................................................. 3
1.2 General Safety Warnings................................................................................................................. 4
1.3 Intended Scope of Use ................................................................................................................... 5
1.4 Description of Components / Scope of Delivery ................................................................................. 5
2 Installation of the Tool Magazine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.1 Required tools for the assembly ...................................................................................................... 6
2.2 Preparation of the CNC Machine ..................................................................................................... 6
2.3 Installation of the Piston into the Z-Axis........................................................................................... 7
2.4 Installation of the Tool Magazine ..................................................................................................... 9
2.5 Connection of the Electrical Components ....................................................................................... 12
2.6 Function check ........................................................................................................................... 18
3 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
3.1 Tool Changer Switch..................................................................................................................... 19
3.2 Software setup ............................................................................................................................ 19
3.3 Tool Length Sensor ...................................................................................................................... 20
3.4 Offsetting your tools using UCCNC ................................................................................................ 20
3.4.1 Offsetting a single Tool with UCCNC ........................................................................................... 21
3.5 Using the Tool Magazine with UCCNC ............................................................................................ 21
3.6 Offsetting and using your Tools using WinPC-NC ............................................................................. 21
4 Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
5 Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
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Description
The new Tool Magazine for the STEPCRAFT M-Series makes working with the Automatic Tool Changer even more con-
venient! With up to ten (seven for M.500 variant) Retainer Rings for the Tool Holder SK15, the Tool Magazine offers
plenty of space for a wide variety of end mills. Two Retainer Rings for the Tool Holder SK15 are already included,
others are optionally available. Thanks to the integrated tool length sensor, the length of the different end mills can be
determined quickly and automatically.
Additionally, the Tool Magazine features an innovative, pneumatic lifting mechanism for the simultaneous use of Ex-
haust Adapter and Automatic Tool Changer. When a tool is picked up or put down, the Exhaust Adapter automatically
moves upwards clearing the way for the change of tool. This makes milling even more clean and efcient. The speed
of the lifting mechanism can be individually adjusted via a throttle. Furthermore, the metal connector of the Exhaust
Adapter can be held permanently in the highest position.
The Tool Magazine is delivered as partially assembled module and simply inserted in place of the last table panel (MDF
or aluminum). With the help of the enclosed plugs, unused tool slots can be easily closed and, thus, protected against
dust and debris. The Tool Magazine is connected to the mainboard of the STEPCRAFT M-Series and to compressed air.
For this purpose, a compressor is required with at least 9-10 bar that is not included in the scope of delivery.
You can order the separately available Retainer Rings for the Tool Holder SK15 from our online shop:
https://www.stepcraft.us/shop
Art.No. Name Compatible
with Image
12420 Retainer Ring for Tool Holder SK15
M.500
M.700
M.1000
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NOTICE
All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of
STEPCRAFT GmbH & Co. KG. For up-to-date product literature, visit www.stepcraft.us for customers from North America and
Mexico or www.stepcraft-systems.com for customers from the rest of the world.
Meaning of Special Language
The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm when operating this
product. The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and their explanations,
deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings themselves do not eliminate any danger. The instructions or
warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.
Meaning of Special Language
NOTICE Procedures which, if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property damage AND a little or
no possibility of injury.
Procedures which, if not properly followed, create a probability of physical property damage AND a possibil-
ity of serious injury.
Procedures which, if not properly followed, create a probability of property damage, collateral damage, seri-
ous injury or death OR create a high probability of supercial injury.
Read the ENTIRE instruction manual, to become familiar with the products features and how to operate it.
This includes the entire relevant documentation of the M-Series and all accessories! Failure to operate the
products correctly can result in damage to the products, personal property and cause serious injury, electric
shock and/or re.
Do not attempt disassembly, use with incompatible components or augment product in any way without the
approval of STEPCRAFT GmbH & Co. KG or STEPCRAFT, Inc. This manual contains instructions for safety
and operation. It is essential to read and follow all the instructions and warnings in the manual, prior to
assembly, setup or use, in order to operate correctly and avoid damage or serious injury.
SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Age recommendation: For advanced handcrafters ages 16 and above. This is not a toy.
Should you encounter any doubts or require any further information, please do not hesitate to contact us before com-
missioning of the product. Our contact details can be found on the front page of this manual.
1 General Instructions
1.1 Information and Explanation of used Terminology
These operating instructions explain the STEPCRAFT Tool Magazine and inform you about the correct and safe handling
of the CNC accessory.
This symbol placed next to a construction step indicates a step you can skip in case you don’t own a
STEPCRAFT exhaust adapter. It’s also possible that a grey frame indicates a single sub-step you can skip.
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SIGNAL WORD Work Area Safety
NOTICE Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
NOTICE Keep children and bystanders at a distance while operating this product. Distractions can cause you to
lose control and can result in accidents.
SIGNAL WORD Personal Safety
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating the power tool. Do not use
the power tool while you are tired and/or under the inuence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of
inattention while operating the power tool may result in serious personal injury.
Depending on the application eld of the machine (private or commercial), observe the applicable occu-
pational safety and health, safety and accident prevention and environmental regulations as well.
NOTICE All persons who operate the power tool must have read and fully understood all relevant safety and operat-
ing instructions. Misunderstanding may result in personal injury.
NOTICE Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from oscil-
lating parts so that they cannot be caught.
SIGNAL WORD Use of the Power Tool
Do not alter or misuse the tool. Any alteration or modication is a misuse and may result in serious per-
sonal injury.
NOTICE Do not use the power tool if the switch cannot be turned on and/or off. Any power tool that cannot be
controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
NOTICE Do not leave a running CNC System and power tool unattended, turn power off. Only when a CNC router or
power tool comes to a complete stop and is disconnected from the mains it is safe.
SIGNAL WORD Mechanical Safety
Do not reach into the area of the tool. The proximity of the blade to your hand may not always be obvious.
Never reach into the working area of the Tool Length Sensor while it is in operation. Contact with moving
parts during operation can lead to incorrect zero points and can result in personal injury or damage to
property.
NOTICE Take care that the machine does not collide with the clamping xtures when dening the safety height in
your CNC control software and positioning the power tool.
SIGNAL WORD Thermal Safety
Do not touch the insertion tool after use. After usage, the blade can be too hot to be touched with bare
hands.
1.2 General Safety Warnings
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1 Tool changer board M-Series
2 Cylinder head screw M6x16 DIN912
3 STEPCRAFT EasyFix clamping nut
4 Compressed air tube 6 mm
5Tool changer switch unit
6 Compressed air hose 4 mm
7 Jack plug adapter
8 Schott connector
9 Threaded bolt AG-M3
10 Metal connector exhaust adapter
11 Intake air throttle
12 Compressed air piston
13 Lifting arm
14 Compressed air hose 3 mm
15 Tool Magazine partly pre-assembled
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Tool Magazine partly pre-assembled
Image may differ due to different models
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This product is constructed for private and smaller industrial applications. The Tool Magazine is only to be operated by
technically skilled persons, who are experienced in dealing with drilling/milling machines, including CNC machines or
3D-printing machines. The product has to be operated with caution – basic mechanical skills are required. The improp-
er operation of the product can lead to damage to the product and property and can cause serious injuries.
Please read these operating instructions as well as all accompanying documents in their entirety (including all relevant
documents from your CNC machine) before using this product in order to become familiar with the characteristics and
the operation of the product.
1.4 Description of Components / Scope of Delivery
1.3 Intended Scope of Use
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Tool Length Sensor
Tool 1
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2 Installation of the Tool Magazine
Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack from the power tool before making any
adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the
risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
2.2 Preparation of the CNC Machine
Move the gantry of your CNC machine to the front right. This way, you can ensure the correct length of the later to be
installed compressed air hoses. Turn off your machine and interrupt the power supply.
2.1 Required tools for the assembly
• WERA toolbox, that comes with your CNC machine
• Open-ended spanner/socket spanner 7 mm
• Pipe wrench
• Wire cutting pliers and wire strippers
• A pair of sharp scissors or a sharp knife
This chapter will lead you through the installation of the tool changer. Experience with the tools listed in chapter 2.1 is
required. The symbol highlights steps, that you can skip in case you do not own a STEPCRAFT exhaust adapter.
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Remove the Z-axis by unscrewing the four M5x8
cylinder head screws. See chapter 3.4 (construction
manual) of your CNC machine for reference. Detach
the metal connector exhaust adapter, in case you
already have installed one.
Now remove the tool holder. See chapter 1.4 (con-
struction manual) of your CNC machine for reference.
Place the Z-axis cautiously on the machine table.
2.3 Installation of the Piston into the Z-Axis
Please skip chapter 2.3 if you do not own an exhaust adapter.
Cautiously expand the arms of the lifting arm (13).
The created pretension is necessary to safely connect
the lifting arm (13) to the metal connector (10) later
on.
Thread the long black 3 mm air hose (14) from the
top through the small hole in the motor holding plate
Z-axis, to be found next to the stepper motor.
The end of the air hose is threaded through the Z-axis
prole as shown in the picture.
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Reconnect the tool holder to the Z-axis. The lifting
arm (13) and guide rods have to remain accessible.
Be careful not to squish the black air hose and make
sure it does not touch the threaded lead screw.
Fasten the four screws of the tool holder with a torque
of 3 Nm.
Slightly compress the arms of the lifting arm (13) to
t them through the slit in the metal connector (10).
Attach the metal connector (10) to the guide rods
using both M5x12 screws. You may have to hold the
guide rods with a pipe wrench to keep them from
turning.
Insert the lifting arm (13) and then the compressed
air piston (12) into the middle hole of the lower part
of the Z-axis.
The two guide rods are to be inserted into the holes on
the left and right side. The thread has to face out.
Connect the black air hose with the piston.
Now reattach the entire Z-axis. See chapter 3.2 to
3.4 (construction manual) of your CNC machine for
reference.
Please skip chapter 2.3 if you do not own an exhaust adapter.
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2.4 Installation of the Tool Magazine
Connect the black 4 mm air hose (6) to the free con-
nection of valve
V2
.
Check for good t by gently pulling the air hose.
To make sure not to confuse the cables, you should mark the cables of the
right valve (closer to tool length sensor) V2. Mark the cables of left valve
as V1 and the Tool Length Sensor with
TLS.
Connect the supplied 6 mm air hose (4) to the upper
connector of valve
V1
. The long 6 mm air tube (be-
longing to the tool changer) has to be connected to
the lower connector of
V1
.
Check for good t by lightly pulling the air hoses.
Your Tool Magazine is ready for assembly now.
6 mm air hose (4)6 mm air hose (4)
6 mm air hose of6 mm air hose of
tool changertool changer
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