Product Description
Overview
The ATD980MEa is a CNC milling control system for milling machines, drilling-milling centers and vertical machining centers (VMC). With a 1ms interpolation cycle, 0.001mm control accuracy (0.0001mm optional), 3–5 axis control and rich automatic tool change (ATC) support, it delivers reliable, high-accuracy milling control for machine builders and workshops.
Key Features
- 1ms interpolation cycle with 0.001mm control accuracy (0.0001mm optional)
- 3–5 axis control (X, Y, Z, A, B) for milling machines, drilling-milling centers and VMCs
- Rich ATC support: linear magazine, umbrella magazine (4-axis) and disc magazine (5-axis)
- Modbus communication with absolute servo drives (multi-turn 17-bit / 23-bit)
- Auto tool gauge and auto toolsetting
- Open PLC with online editing for flexible machine logic
- Type-A (G65) and Type-B (expression) macro programming, mixable A/B macros
- Pitch error and backlash compensation for higher accuracy
- Soft tapping and spindle gear control
- USB interface for folder/configuration management and system upgrade
- Optional CAD-to-G-code conversion
- Networkable with Mesh MES for production information management (optional)
- Multi-level password system; supports installment / machine-lock management
Product Details
Specifications
| Model | ATD980MEa |
| Type | CNC Milling Controller (milling machines, drilling-milling centers, VMC) |
| Control Axes | 3–5 axes (X, Y, Z, A, B) |
| Least Input Increment | 0.0001 mm |
| Max. Working Range | ±9999.9999 mm |
| Max. Servo Speed | 100 m/min |
| Interpolation Cycle | 1 ms |
| Interpolation | Linear, Arc |
| Spindle | Soft tapping, gear control; 1 encoder input, 1 analog output (extendable) |
| Electronic Gear | Supported |
| ATC (Tool Magazine) | Linear magazine; umbrella magazine (4-axis); disc magazine (5-axis) |
| Tool Compensation | Length compensation; nose radius compensation (Type C) |
| Toolsetting | Position, trial-cut, reference-point; auto tool gauge & auto toolsetting |
| Accuracy Compensation | Pitch error compensation; backlash compensation |
| Servo Communication | RS485 Modbus; absolute servo (multi-turn 17-bit / 23-bit) |
| PLC | Inner open PLC, online editable |
| Macro Programming | Type-A (G65) + Type-B (expression), A/B mixable |
| Programming | Relative/absolute, mixed; standard G-code + MST code |
| Acceleration/Deceleration | Linear, exponential |
| Pre-read | Supported |
| I/O Point | IO16×16 (2-axis); IO24×24 (3–4 axis); IO36×36 (5-axis) |
| Security | Hard/soft limit, emergency stop; multi-level password |
| Display | 8" screen |
| Path Tracking | 2D tracking |
| Interface | USB (folder/config management, system upgrade) |
| Optional | CAD-to-G-code conversion |
| Languages | English, Russian (optional) |
Supported G-Codes
| Function | Code |
|---|---|
| Rapid traverse movement | G00 |
| Linear interpolation | G01 |
| Arc interpolation | G02/G03 |
| Dwell, condition pause | G04 |
| Memory travel detection | G12/G13 |
| Polar system command | G15/G16 |
| Plane selection | G17/G18/G19 |
| Inch/Metric system | G20/G21 |
| Inner circle groove roughing | G22/G23 |
| Inner cycle finishing | G24/G25 |
| Outer circle finishing (CCW) | G26 |
| Reference point return detection | G27 |
| Reference position return | G28 |
| Return from reference position | G29 |
| 2nd/3rd/4th reference point return | G30 |
| Skip function | G31 |
| Outer circle finishing (CW) | G32 |
| Rectangular groove roughing | G33/G34 |
| Rectangular groove inner finishing | G35/G36 |
| Rectangular outer finishing | G37/G38 |
| Corner offset arc interpolation | G39 |
| Cutter compensation | G40/G41/G42 |
| Tool length compensation | G43/G44/G49 |
| Scaling on/off | G51/G50 |
| Machine coordinate system | G53 |
| Workpiece coordinate | G54–G59, G54.1–G54.50 |
| Single direction positioning | G60 |
| Position mode selection | G61 |
| Auto corner ratio | G62 |
| Tapping mode | G63 |
| Cutting mode | G64 |
| Macro program | G65 |
| Coordinates rotate | G68/G69 |
| High-speed peck drilling | G73 |
| Counter tapping cycle | G74 |
| Finishing boring cycle | G76 |
| Drilling cycle (spot drilling) | G81 |
| Drilling cycle (stepped hole boring) | G82 |
| Peck drilling cycle | G83 |
| Boring cycle | G85/G86/G87 |
| Absolute programming | G90 |
| Incremental programming | G91 |
| Float coordinate system setting | G92 |
| Feed per minute | G94 |
| Feed per rotation | G95 |
| Constant cutting speed | G96/G97 |
| Return to initial plane in fixed cycle | G98 |
| Return to R point in fixed cycle | G99 |
Applications
The ATD980MEa controls milling machines, drilling-milling centers and vertical machining centers (VMC), with support for linear, umbrella (4-axis) and disc (5-axis) tool magazines. Suitable for general milling, drilling, tapping, boring and pocket/groove machining.
Why ATD-CNC
ATD-CNC (Gansu Autida Machinery Equipment Co., Ltd) is a manufacturer and trading company established in 2005, with 100–200 staff and a 20+ engineer R&D team, exporting CNC control systems, servo drives and motors since 2008 to North America, Europe, Southeast Asia and the Middle East. We provide OEM/ODM customization, a 24-month warranty, ≤24h technical response, and an average lead time of 15–30 days.
Frequently Asked Questions
What machines is the ATD980MEa for?
It controls milling machines, drilling-milling centers and vertical machining centers (VMC).
How many axes does the ATD980MEa control?
3 to 5 axes (X, Y, Z, A, B), with I/O scaling to match (IO16×16 for 2-axis up to IO36×36 for 5-axis).
What tool magazines (ATC) does it support?
Linear magazine, umbrella magazine (4-axis) and disc magazine (5-axis), plus auto tool gauge and auto toolsetting.
What control precision does it offer?
Least input increment of 0.0001 mm with a 1 ms interpolation cycle and a max servo speed of 100 m/min.
What servo drives does it work with?
It uses RS485 Modbus communication with absolute servo drives, including multi-turn 17-bit and 23-bit encoders.
Is the interface available in English?
Yes. It uses an 8" screen with English and Russian (optional) display, 2D path tracking and standard G-code/MST programming.
Do you offer OEM / ODM customization?
Yes. ATD-CNC provides OEM and ODM solutions backed by a 20+ engineer R&D team.
What are your lead time, payment and trade terms?
Average lead time is 15–30 days. We accept T/T, L/C, PayPal and Western Union, with FOB, CIF, EXW and DDP terms; nearest port is Shenzhen.
What is the warranty and MOQ?
We provide a 24-month (2-year) warranty from the date of shipment. Samples are available and MOQ is flexible — please contact us for details.
ATD980MEa 3–5 Axis CNC Milling Controller
The ATD980MEa is a 3–5 axis CNC milling controller for milling machines, drilling-milling centers and VMCs. 1ms interpolation, 0.001mm precision, rich ATC support and Modbus absolute servo. OEM/ODM, 24-month warranty, ships in 15–30 days.
