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MTConnect - Instance and Item setup

Written by Benjamin Pinnerup

Updated at May 21st, 2025

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MTConnect is an open standard that allows CNC machines to share real-time data in a common format, helping manufacturers monitor performance, track usage, and improve efficiency.

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Instance

The parameters specific to the Instance setup are related to the initial connection with the MTConnect-compatible CNC machine

Parameter Description
Address The IP address of the MTConnect Server
Timeout Connection timeout in seconds

 

 

Item

Items are generated automatically, when connecting to the MTConnect Server

mtconnect setup instance configuration

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