Actually, that's a very good suggestion. I also use G53 for all of my toolchange locations. It's in machine coordinates and it's non-modal (meaning: it goes right back to the current work offset after you use it).
G53 G00 X-2. Z-5.
Don't forget to go back to G01 after using the rapid.
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Last edited by Donkey Hotey; 05-27-2009 at 12:53 AM.
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