ATI Industrial Automation R18-T Robotic Tool Changer

The ATI R18-T Robotic Tool Changer is an automatic tool changer that enables repeatable, tool-to-tool end-effector swaps on industrial robot arms with secure mechanical latching. It is designed to pass through utilities to the tool—air and electrical connections can stay connected during a change, minimizing downtime. For electrical interconnects, ATI tool changers support 19-pin T19 style interfaces and R19 power modules, with Tool-ID values from 0 to 9 used by the robot controller to identify the attached end-effector. Built for rugged environments and high cycle rates, the R18-T supports quick-change configurations that keep production moving, even in high-mix, high-demand cells. Typical applications include swapping grippers, sensing heads, or other end-effectors in pick-and-place, assembly, and material-handling tasks, enabling rapid reconfiguration without manual tooling. The device integrates with ATI's broader tool-changer ecosystem to maximize compatibility with ATI robotic arms and tooling accessories, delivering reliable, repeatable tool changes essential for flexible automation.