Just a beginner here learning the ropes. But I would like to have a bit change at the middle to end of my toolpath. I have a shapeoko 3 Is there a way to schedule a bit change and reset the z axis and have it continue? Or do I just create two different tool pathes?
You need separate tool paths due to tool geometry. This makes sure the tool path knows how to correctly machine the correct material out of your stock.
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If you have a bitsetter, you can export 1 g-code file that includes two toolpaths. Carbide Motion will recognize that a different tool is needed for each toolpath and prompt you to load the tool when it is required.
If you do not have a bitsetter, you will need to export 1 g-code program per toolpath, and manually reset your Z-zero between programs.
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Thanks for the clarification, I have not delved into sending G-code (meaning programming) straight to the machine.
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