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sadisticiron · 06-02-2010, 06:39 PM

ok i just got my brand new torchmate platemarker. one question, it may sound stupid but how does it hook up to a none torchmate table. all i see is a plug and an airline. how does the control box turn it on

thanks

StinkBug · 06-03-2010, 06:19 AM

There should be a small box with a couple outlets on it, that connects to the control box. The Plate Marker plugs into it. When I got my table there were so many things to set up I didn't realize that little box was missing, and was kinda confused as well. I gave TM a call and they were right on it though.

Torchmate · 06-03-2010, 07:03 AM

I can't tell you exactly what you need exactly if you are putting it on another brand of machine, but you need a Machine Interface as Dallas mentioned if it is going on a Torchmate table. You plug the Plate Marker into the interface and then plug the interface into the control system that turns on and off the tool when commanded by the computer. Give a call this morning and one of our tech guys can walk you through what needs to happen. (866)571-1066

sadisticiron · 06-03-2010, 07:57 AM

i have the bladerunner AIO controller. it has on the controller two outlets for powering any 110v product and 2 relays that power it. i figured it out last night after looking at the manual. the platemarker looked to simple to hook up...lol. now i just have to figure out how to get sheetcam to put the marker in its tool paths. its hard for me to call tech support to during the day because im not in front of the machine. my day job doesnt allow me to leave...lol. i dont get to the shop till after 4:30

sadisticiron · 06-07-2010, 09:20 PM

got everything hooked up. now i have to set up mach to turn it on and off with the g-code

sadisticiron · 06-13-2010, 09:26 AM

can anybody out there that has a torchmate table send me the post processor for the platemarker and plasma to run simultaniously in one g-code process

thanks

Dnmeistr · 06-14-2010, 09:29 AM

You have a copy of the Setup and Start Guide on the CD labeled Drivers and Instructions that has a section in it called Multi Tool Guide, that will walk you through configuring multiple tools. Here is a link to the multi tool guide if you do not have the CD http://www.fab-solutions.com/downloa...ol%20Guide.pdf

06-02-2010, 06:39 PM	#1 (permalink)
sadisticiron Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Member # 129733 Location: Hesperia, CA Posts: 52	Plate Marker Hook up ok i just got my brand new torchmate platemarker. one question, it may sound stupid but how does it hook up to a none torchmate table. all i see is a plug and an airline. how does the control box turn it on thanks

06-03-2010, 06:19 AM	#2 (permalink)
StinkBug StinkyFab Racing Join Date: May 2001 Member # 4946 Location: San Diego Posts: 6,146	There should be a small box with a couple outlets on it, that connects to the control box. The Plate Marker plugs into it. When I got my table there were so many things to set up I didn't realize that little box was missing, and was kinda confused as well. I gave TM a call and they were right on it though. __________________ Dallas Ashley StinkyFab Racing (SFR) - Custom Fabrication Your Source for: CNC Cutting & Engraving, Cages, Custom Suspension, Complete Vehicle Builds, and more! Overall Winner, 2012 KOH EMC. Gettin it done in a stocker! Co-Dog #4432-KOH 2011 #88-KOH 2010, Crew Chief - KOH 2009, 2008

06-03-2010, 07:03 AM	#3 (permalink)
Torchmate Rock God Join Date: Aug 2007 Member # 98865 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 2,258	I can't tell you exactly what you need exactly if you are putting it on another brand of machine, but you need a Machine Interface as Dallas mentioned if it is going on a Torchmate table. You plug the Plate Marker into the interface and then plug the interface into the control system that turns on and off the tool when commanded by the computer. Give a call this morning and one of our tech guys can walk you through what needs to happen. (866)571-1066 __________________ WWW.TORCHMATE.COM We are hiring! Email your resume to our Human Resources Manager at cnichols@torchmate.com and ask about openings. Buy your consumables here! www.torchmatestore.com Torchmate Racing Homepage: www.torchmateracing.com Torchmate CNC Forum here: /forum/125-torchmate-cnc-forum/

06-03-2010, 07:57 AM	#4 (permalink)
sadisticiron Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Member # 129733 Location: Hesperia, CA Posts: 52	i have the bladerunner AIO controller. it has on the controller two outlets for powering any 110v product and 2 relays that power it. i figured it out last night after looking at the manual. the platemarker looked to simple to hook up...lol. now i just have to figure out how to get sheetcam to put the marker in its tool paths. its hard for me to call tech support to during the day because im not in front of the machine. my day job doesnt allow me to leave...lol. i dont get to the shop till after 4:30 Last edited by sadisticiron; 06-03-2010 at 08:02 AM.

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06-07-2010, 09:20 PM	#5 (permalink)
sadisticiron Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Member # 129733 Location: Hesperia, CA Posts: 52	got everything hooked up. now i have to set up mach to turn it on and off with the g-code

06-13-2010, 09:26 AM	#6 (permalink)
sadisticiron Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Member # 129733 Location: Hesperia, CA Posts: 52	can anybody out there that has a torchmate table send me the post processor for the platemarker and plasma to run simultaniously in one g-code process thanks

06-14-2010, 09:29 AM	#7 (permalink)
Dnmeistr Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Member # 115338 Posts: 418	You have a copy of the Setup and Start Guide on the CD labeled Drivers and Instructions that has a section in it called Multi Tool Guide, that will walk you through configuring multiple tools. Here is a link to the multi tool guide if you do not have the CD http://www.fab-solutions.com/downloa...ol%20Guide.pdf