5 Axis CNC Interface Adapter Parallel Breakout Board For Stepper Motor Drivers
5 Axis CNC Interface Adapter Parallel Breakout Board For Stepper Motor Drivers
This Parallel Port Breakout board allows a computer's parallel port to control all the signals needed for controlling stepper motors on a 5 axis CNC machine. 5 inputs allow for limit switches or e-stop switches. This board can be used on any PC with a parallel port, or it can be used with the Raspberry Pi Parallel Hat on a Raspberry Pi.
The 3D printable mount is available here: Pi Parallel Hat and Breakout Board Stand v8
Product description:
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Size : Approx 90*61*15mm
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Cable Length : Approx 50cm
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Weight : Approx 85g (3oz)
Features :
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Full support for MACH3 on Windows and Linux CNC (PC or Raspberry Pi). Both utilize the parallel port control.
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USB power supply and peripherals powered phase separation to protect computer security.
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Peripheral wide voltage input,12-24V.
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All of the input signals are opto-isolated.
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Output port P17 controls the relay. This is most commonly used for spindle on/off. Please be careful when turning DC power on and off and use an external diode to reduce inductive kickback voltage.
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Output port P1 port controls the PWM output to the spindle. This is most commonly used with a VFD.
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With 17 available controllable signals, a 5-axis machine with stepper motors can be controlled.
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Each output is a buffer that can be used as common cathode or common anode at 5V to control the opto-couplers on the stepper drivers.
Package included:
- 1 x 5 Axis Breakout Board (No manual)
- 1 x USB Cable