Calculation

Tool Change Time

Created on · tool-change-time

Calculates routine and wear-driven tool-change times for a production order.

Programmed changes per part

Chip-to-chip time

Additional time per change

Cutting time per part

Tool life

Wear-related change

Quantity

How to use the result

The calculation describes the specified model. Check the tool, workholding, and machine limits before use.

change time = quantity · NC tool changes · chip-to-chip time + wear-related changes · change effort

Sources: Time balance from the NC program and measured chip-to-chip time.