{"product_id":"fadal-tool-atc-0032","title":"Fadal - Tool Orientation Key - ATC-0032","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eFadal ATC Tool Orientation Key — ATC-0032\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe ATC-0032 is the tool orientation key that seats into the Tool Carrier (ATC-0009) and prevents tool holders from rotating while stored in the carousel. Without it, tools can shift position between index cycles — causing misalignment at the spindle and failed tool changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eIt's a small part. When it's missing or worn, the ATC becomes unreliable fast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eFunction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe key engages a keyslot on the tool holder shank to lock rotational position. During an M6 tool change, the ATC relies on precise tool orientation to align the holder with the spindle taper correctly. A worn or missing orientation key is a common root cause of tool change faults and dropped tools — and frequently overlooked during ATC troubleshooting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eFits all Fadal VMC models equipped with the Geneva-drive or servo-drive umbrella-style ATC carousel, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eVMC 4020 \/ 4020A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eVMC 4525\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eVMC 5020A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eVMC 6030\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eVMC 3016 \/ 3020\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eVMC 2016L \/ 2216 \/ 3016L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eRelated ATC Components\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe ATC-0032 is part of the tool carrier assembly:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eATC-0009\u003c\/strong\u003e — Tool Carrier (the key seats into this)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eATC-0028\u003c\/strong\u003e — Tool Retention Ring, CAT tooling (tool clip)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eATC-0029\u003c\/strong\u003e — Tool Retention Ring, BT tooling (tool clip)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eATC-0027\u003c\/strong\u003e — Turret Spindle (the shaft the carrier mounts to)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThese keys wear or go missing over time, especially on high-cycle machines. Stocking a set of spares is standard practice on any shop running a Fadal ATC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePart Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFadal Part Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eATC-0032\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eAlso Known As\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eTool Orientation Tab \/ ATC Key\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eATC Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eGeneva-drive and Servo-drive (umbrella carousel)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSold As\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eIndividual key\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOEM Reference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eVMC 4020 Parts Manual — ATC Assembly pos. 45 \/ ATC Servo Drive pos. 42\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eNeed a full set? Order quantity 21 for a complete carousel replacement on a standard 21-pocket ATC.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fadal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42070403055800,"sku":"ATC-0032","price":12.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0579\/0675\/7816\/files\/FadalOrientationKey_atc-0032.png?v=1775162021","url":"https:\/\/thecncsource.com\/en-ca\/products\/fadal-tool-atc-0032","provider":"THECNCSOURCE.COM","version":"1.0","type":"link"}