Thank you soooo much! Wow, this was really helpful! What a great time we live in, where people like you share their knowledge and some random guy on the other side of the world has access to it and benefits from it! Thanks and best wishes from Germany! 🙏
Good sir thank you for this WONDERFUL video. I've been sitting on my setup of 3 years an couldn't find a video that has straight threw wiring process. THANK YOU!
Oh thank you so much! IN just 8 minutes you help me so much! pretty instructive and definitely helpful. I can't believe that the very first video occurrence, yours, will solve my problem. Excellent pedagogy, very clear instructions. I am a lucky guy.
Followed all details instructed and got my machine running. Motors work as it should, my machine travel smoothly, it seems like it have no issues. The problem I have with this board like every cheap Chinese board is missing steps with Mach3. I set my G54, run my part and rechecked my G54 again and it was off .01 on X and Y the same direction. It will shift .01 increments every time you jog or run a program. You will not notice if you are running large gantry router cutting large wood, but if you are doing precise metal work you will notice this. Now I’m switching back to my UC100 and run with no missing steps. Repeats all day long with no issues.
You may be accelerating too fast, this can cause missed steps. Try reducing the acceleration, it will depend on the load (mass) on the motor what you acceleration can be, more mass will require that you accelerate slower. If you can run at a high maximum speed (when the pulses are at the highest frequency) then the system can handle the frequency electrically without missing steps. The load during a cut also adds force to overcome during acceleration. Another way to increase the force you can overcome is a higher voltage on the stepper motor driver and a higher current to the motor. I was thinking of switching from my UC100 too but I don’t have a good reason, after your warning I think I’ll wait till I have a good reason.
I did all that, playing for days with motor tuning and what not. Cutting air and you still have missing steps, drive me crazy for days. I have a Taig ballscrew mill, one of the smoothest machine you can buy, even with a nema 17 motor can run this machine with no issues. My setup for the usb BOB was nema23 570oz/in 5a motor, dm556 driver 50v max, 48v power supply. I wired and ground everything properly according to the data from the website, it just the board is not as stable like the uc100. It’s not 100% functional.
The roller chain doesn't allow for the best mechanical resolution, so 3200 is best with these types for drive systems. If you work it out with the formula: steps/inch = 3200 steps / (14 teeth * .25 inches per teeth) = 3200/3.5 = 914.827 step per inch. That is just below 1000 steps per inch which is pretty much standard for routers. If you want to get more granular, gets best to go with a drive system that will give you better mechanical resolution like a lead screw.
Thank you so much for this video and for the input link of usb BOB. I have the same BOB on my 6040 and didn't know all the technical specs in order to add accessories to machine. As Robert K said i would do the wiring neatly using shielded cable and i would make some nice dust covers for motor and driver metallic preferred to behave as Faraday cage. Thumbs up for your project, i can't wait for the next videos.
Hi, the video is very well explained and also very well made! I am waiting for the usb board and I have now the perfect instructions. I went to a various sites looking for help and a comment got my worry, is about this usb breadboard doesn't do the backlash compensation. Has you checked that? Is this is real, then, do you see a solution to this problem? Thank you!
Mechanically solving for backlash is paramount. No matter what software or electronics you are using, never use software backlash compensation. You will find that how software resolve backlash will present so many other issues and odd machining characteristics. I have done this and the outcome is never good. If your machine has backlash, resolve it by using a modified mechanical approach, like using antibacklash nuts, or ball screws. If it is rack and pinion, make sure there is a heavy spring forcing the pinion to make hard contact with the rack. Think the same for other mechanical systems.
He Hello first of all thank you for such a good explanation about it. I have cnc usb router my friend was buy from somewhere but he didn't know how to start with software mech3 he got software also but I tried so many time but I got error so can you send link where to get full mech3 software.
Great Video Sir, Very Much helpful , but now i would like to ask you can i use this Board with Mach 4 Hobby Software? Because i have Purchase Mach 4 Hobby License.
It can, but you will not get the features you would if you were using a traditional laser controller. The mach3 USB will not be able to control the intensity of the laser which is what is needed for most laser applications. You would need to use a potentiometer to control intensity. The Mach3 USB controller does have a PWM output, so you could theoretically control the intensity, but you would need to drop that PWM voltage down to 5V max and you are still stuck with using Mach3 which is not ideal for lasing work (that I know of). There are some plugins, but they don't work as well as a laser controller.
I learn so much from your video , I have question about wiring the BOB to the driver, I don't understand if you have to put ground to D- and P- and D+ and P+ to XP and XD from the BOB or if you have to put the 5V to D+ and P+ and XP , XD to P- D- ?? thank you in advance
You can do it either way, you just need to toggle the active low in mach3 if you do it the other way. I use gnd for D- and P- because there are two gnd terminal on that board next to the axis terminals (XP, XD, etc). It's as simple as that. Glad you liked the video.
If you still remember me...I am still here and hoping you could continue your tutorials on avr, arm, micro controller in general...still waiting for your videos from patreon...all the best
Honestly it sounds too good to be true. I’m wondering if for some reason it’s not current or out of date. After checking I see you uploaded this in June of this year 2019. Cool so unlike TH-cam normally does with old non current videos for teaching software, it might be worth following. Ok I have a question though. I want to build my own cnc router and also a separate cnc plasma table. Should I use Mach 3 or now that Mach 4 is available should I use that instead? Then motors. Should I use the biggest I can with the most torque, and what are these. What’s norm for controlling cnc routers and plasmas? Lastly the guide rails. Where would you go to get them, and what’s best to use? Thx James
Here is the page on my site that has the other videos, including wiring the output for the inverter l. www.buildyourcnc.com/item/electronicsAndMotors-electronic-component-breakout-Mach3-USB-Board
Cat5 networking Cable works just fine for step and direction signal wires, It is a twisted pair wire and there is 8 wires and a shield which is enough to control 2 drivers in 1 cable.
Yes mine is ground to the main controller case ground. The step and direction signal wires will never produce interference but shielding is extra protection for out side sources contaminating those twisted wires. I am a Moderator On Face Book with 100,000 members for a CNC building group and help with idea's and information for the beginners, been doing it for a few years after years of electronic work and machinist/welder/fitter jobs.
@@johnward5890 Excellent. well done. You will see in my latest videos and videos focusing on limit switches and proximity switches, I explain the importance of shielding.
Yes the proximity switches i have, got their own shielding cable. I just wire 2 sensors in the one 4 pin GX16 connector with 2 pins for powering the 2 Proximity switches and 1pin for each proximity sensor so each axis has 2 proximity sensors in the same plug like X+ and X- would be one GX16 plug.
Hi I have been told I need closed loop stepper motors on my cnc which have quite a few wires from them. Do you have videos on how to wire the closed loop steppers. Are you running Windows on your computer to operate the Cnc? I haven't used a Cnc before this is all new to me and took words from someone that seems to know a bit about them maybe.
I am using closed-loop steppers on my personal machine connected to this controller. All versions of Windows will work with this controller. I am planning to do a video on closed-loop steppers and wiring for them.
Is there any difference for using the ground lead or the negative lead option? Which cable should preferably be shorter, the one going from the breakout board to the driver or the one going from the driver to the motor?
CMDR PDAVG i have problem with the index sensor. The board receive the input with a negative signal. I have i think this is not a good board, the Brand is not in the market so there is not support. I will buy a better one with support
Sir, Have you run any Longer carving Projects using the RnR USB card? Have you faced any unexpected interruptions or missed steps? So many videos say that It shouldn't be trusted for longer projects due to the USB Connection which is prone to external noise? How much would you suggest it for a CNC Router for making artcam designs on doors and panels ? thoughts please...
A good question, but It doesn't really make sense that the signal processor causes missteps. That is typically due to over-torque stalling between the driver and the motor. I haven't seen any issues.
Does this need breakout board? This is Langmuirs Systems board they are using....i was on their forum and saw a lot of people having problems with the board not responding and dying...how has your experience been with this board...i ordered one from you any way :P
I don't believe so. The CPU would need control of the pulse train to compensate for backlash. With that said, you should always resolve backlash in the mechanical and structural assembly of the machine. I have never had good results with backlash compensation digitally.
I couldn't get my green controller board to work so I bought this one not realizing there's no port to connect the uc100. I don't get it. I need my laptop to control this so how?
@@PatrickHoodDaniel congratulations on the move. That can be stressful and very time consuming. Looking forward to your continuation. Your level of explanation is exactly what I have been looking for for a while now. Thank you.
Thanks for an interesting video. I have never seen anyone mount the motor driver beside the motor before. They are generally in a separate cabinet with the USB board and the power supply. Can you explain your reasoning?
@@PatrickHoodDaniel It seems that this way you are running the signals in the cables with the lower current which can be more prone to interference than if drivers were away from motors with 48v signals...
I have my setup looking like yours, only smaller steppers and all 3 are connected. I set the hot keys to be left arrow X-, right arrow X+, Up arrow y+, Down Arrow Y-, page up to Z+ page down to Z-, I only see a short movement then it stalls at the current position. Do you have any clues as to what is wrong?
Lower your acceleration and velocity (config-motor tuning) for all axis to very low values and raise the values incrementally to find the best values. You will also need to calibrate each axis then adjust the accel and vel again.
Hi again After a protracted delay due to "life", and with the help of my son, I am working my way through your instructional video and we have the Mill function jogging. Not so the lathe function which is my primary interest. Is there a reason the motor will jog on the Mill set up by not the Lathe set up? As I said before this is an excellent presentation but I am stuck at this point so any help would be appreciated. I am using the 'free version" of Mach 3 at the moment but once I am satisfied that the system will function plan to purchase a Mach 3 license. regards Robert Brisbane Australia
Are you referring to the lathe (mach3 turn profile) in Mach3? If so, the motor outputs in the mach3 turn profile are not set correctly. Check this configuration against the mill profile.
I followed the instructions but when plug it in I see red and green light on the driver and when I press reset I see only red and the motor is not turning. What is the Problem ? Thank you for the amazing Content.
You might want to lower the current setting on the driver. Also, make sure to power down and wait for at least 20 seconds before changing wires and dip switch settings as these drivers are very sensitive to this sort of thing.
Hey there, I've seen people wiring the driver by connecting pul+ and dir+ to use as ground, and others by connecting pul- and dir- together for a ground, you mentioned you did it both ways in the video, is there a difference? does the polarity matter at all? I've seen that done to breakout boards and arduinos alike.
Whether you use the 5v to connect to pul+ and dir+, or you use gnd to connect to pul- and dir- is up to you, but I would recommend that the latter as this is specified in the controller's documentation. The only difference is the way it is configured in Mach3 (active low or active high). The controller has a pendant connection, so that connector may be set to a specific state. This is why I decided to try the gnd to pul- and dir-.
Make sure you use the xml file from the controller product page link in the description. That has the configuration necessary for the proper functioning of he features on this board.
hello there you have a nice tutorial. kindly add how to install limit switches for homing and end stop.. also the configuration on mach3 . that would be a great help,, i am starting to build my cnc using that cnc controler.. because previously i used UGS. and i'm new in mach3.thanks.
I am converting my old Blue Chick from the old Parallel port break-out board to the newer USB controller. I have multiple questions, but I'll only ask a few. 1) I notice you do not connect the enable circuit. Is it OK to ignore it? 2) I notice that you do not connect any power to the USB controller. It looks like I need to connect power to the USB board if I want to use the input and output pins, like e-stop and limits. Correct? 3) The schematic shows limit switches, which are physical switches on the machine, but also home switches (X, Y, Z, A) wired to a separate Input pin. I presume this is a physical switch or button? Why am I asking? I am designing a box to contain all my controller electronics, and once I glue it together, I really can't change anything. So I want to have all my ducks in a row. thx
Love to hear from past Buildyourcnc machine customers!! 1. I have never connected the enable signals on drivers. Ignore it. 2. Definitely connect power (24V) to the controller. I use a small 24V 2 amp power supply. Yes, the inputs, spindle PWM and outputs need this power. 3. These are standard limit (snap action) switches, or even proximity switches. By the way, I livestream every day, so feel free to drop in and ask any questions (1:00pm eastern)
@@PatrickHoodDaniel Thank-you for your prompt reply. Another question if I may. Have you ever used the height-mesh function? I'm probably not naming it correctly. It's where a probe moves on a x-y grid, moving the Z up and down until a probe (instead of a mill) touches something. It opens (or closes) a circuit, and from there the Z height is recorded. Thus making a 3D map of the object. Now, more importantly, does the USB controller support it?
@@glrider100 never used that feature, but ThisOldTony has a very good video on it. When I was working on PCBs, I wish I knew about this feature. I can't tall you if it does. This could be a good experiment in a future livestream. I'm sure you want to know now if it does, and I would suspect it does since this is a Mach3 feature where it records the points and uses these points in the calculation in g-code processing. Generally this is outside of the controller's pervue. Mach3 would just take the calculated (adjusted) gcode and deliver these to the controller. In other words, the controller is essentially a dumb take input and blindly output pulses.
I would recoment laser control software like LightBurn for CO2 Laser applications. If this is an unconventional application of a CO2 laser, you could use either Mach3 or Mach4.
No, this is only for the mill, but if you use the lathe, just replace the port number to 3 for the outputs and inputs. The motor outputs should automatically work as long as you enable them.
Hi, so i have this weird problem. Tried different cables and pcs. Removed all the cables except one axis(including endstops and the hole vfd): The problem is when i jog i may get a smooth movement and everything will be ok. But sometimes i get these missteps causing the machine to loose position. The misstep is very slight and it diesnt make the motor stall. It just looses step(0.02mm ish every time it happens). I have shielded cables and twisted stepper leads. I have no clue what is happening. Please help, thank you!
Hi Patrick On this usb board do I have to use 2 sets of switches One set for limit = 3 or 6 switches one on either side of the Axis One set for homing = 3 switches X- Y- Z+ Thanks Len
Shielding is a bit different than grounding for voltage in general. While you can ground the shielding at both ends, it is only practical for very high frequency applications. I actually mentioned this in my ultimate guide for wiring limits and proximity sensors. Also, you want to be careful not to create ground loops. By ground at two ends of a plane, or wire, you can create a ground loops.
I'm replacing my CNCEST China driver's with the DM542T. Stepper motor runs very slow, but smooth. About 1 revolution every 6 seconds. When I try to move the axis It only moves about .1". If I try to calibrate the stepper motor. The motor sounds like it is grinding gears and barely moves. It is wired correctly, but could it be the SWM settings on the toggle switches. Tried different ones. Some turn the stepper on others don't move it at all. Any suggestions?!
Yes, try lowering the velocity and acceleration. The motor is probably reaching its max torque. You can also remove the motor and check the mechanical system to see if there is binding, or if the mechanical system is too tight, or there is too much friction.
Hello, i have the same breakboard but if i want to run in jog mode i can't run x and y or z axis in one time together. do you now why i can't? In program everything works fine. Greetz René from Holland!
Eu já acompanho seu conteúdo a mais de 15 anos, ainda não consegui terminar minha CNC, já estou bem próximo..... Eu Gostaria messmo de criar o meu controle com Linux CNC usando mesanet via ethernet.... Mas por questão de grana vou utilizar motores 85kg para 4 exios e vou comprar esta placa USD mesmo por equanto, é curioso o valor que eu pagaria em uma plca 7i92 mesanet eu compraria quase 25 placas usb... vou utilizar cremalheira helicoidal e engrenagem, vejo muita gente falar em perca de passo já que não é malha fechada.... mas eu seus videos a anos você raramente utiliza malha fechada e me parece que tem muito sucessso com suas router... Eu conssegui um desenho bacana ma minha router indusstrial 3x2 metros, todo com perfil de alimunio 30x60mm ficou muito show fácil montar e desmontar....
I have a much older 3 Axis machine, but am upgrading Motion Controller and Stepper Drivers. Should I wire mine using the 5V method? Also, I have no idea who the manufacture of my stepper motors are. I am sure they a Nema 17s . How do i figure out what amperage to use on the Stepper Drivers dip switches. At the moment I am using 1.5 amp. Not sure that is enough?
It's really up to you. Using GND, or using the 5V method difference is just a software checkbox toggle. I like using the GND since there are two GND terminals available on the controller.
stepper motor can use lot better if have maximum normal used 24volt or more, 36volt power supply to motors. controller boards use 5volt. driver board maximum best use, etc,TB6600 max have about 40votl use 36 volt power.
Hello, what are the conditions that must be available in the computer in order for the Mach3 usb to work with me without problems, and thank you very much
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Hello! I downloaded mac3 from the manufacturer's website and did what he recommends at the beginning of the video. I got to the point in the video where at 19:13 it starts a program where you have to select the USB, but I don't have such a program. I'm a beginner, please help! What is the name of this program? Drivertest tells me "No driver sensed installed. Run drivertest" Drivertest says this!!!!
ch3Mill USB selectoin is a profile in Mach3. That is a file you need to download from my the product page for this controller: buildyourcnc.com/item/electronicsAndMotors-electronic-component-breakout-Mach3-USB-Board. The link is in the description as well. There are 5 main steps on that page. One of the steps is a link to download that file.
That depends on a lot of factors. I would only use one power supply at the start. Do the motor tuning to satisfactionwhere the motors do not stall. If you see that the motors are stalling due to all of the motors working at the same time, you will need to add another power supply so the number of amps can be distributed to the necessary motors.
Hi, IM a new in this One question You connect DIR- and PUL- together and PUL+ and DIR+ to board Does is suppose to be opposite PUL+ and DIR+ to hot wire and DIR- and PUL- to the board ? I confuse. Thx
Yes, you can do that and just toggle the active low/high for that axis in software. It's a matter of preference and since there are two gnd terminals on this controller, I like to use the gnd as the common. The manufacturer also recommends this as can be seen in my instruction on the product page.
I have my stepper motors all wired up, I have them showing a green light, but when I try to move the motors with the keys they’re not moving. Is this a limit switch issue or a a possible wiring issue?
@@BlackWhiteGlass Then your mach3 is communicating to the controller as expected. Check the wiring from the controller to the driver. The XD goes to the DIR+ and the XP goes to the PUL+ and the GND goes to the PUL- and DIR-.
I don't understand. I got all 4 axes working with this cnc board and Nema23. The next day the engines don't move anymore. The cnc card receives an order from the computer, the LEDs pulse. But the motors don't get control commands! I've looked for the problem but can't find it. Please help.
@@MikaKivinenMusic if you are getting pulses from the LEDs when you move an axis, then there should be a pulse coming out of the board to the drivers. I think you may have a power supply problem.
@@PatrickHoodDaniel I just measured pins of my microstepping drivers. Pc-card looks pushing direct power 0.5v. So card looks working.but motor Driver didnt gave direction pulse to motor. This goes interesting.
@@MikaKivinenMusic What pins did you measure. Did you use a multimeter? If so, it is impossible to see the pulse train. You would need an oscilloscope.
@@PatrickHoodDaniel Does this have to be purchased with the computer which Mach 3 is installed? I go online with Windows 10, I will be using Windows XP for CNC use.
Could this controller be used with large drivers and 2kw servo motors? My employer has an small horizontal boring mill which was a tape reader but then retrofitted to dc servo drives and drivers but now they want drives and controller updated. Thanks in advance for any help!
Hi Steve, Yes, this controller simply outputs signals that connect to any size drivers, as long as the drivers receive standard signals. Your drivers will need to have step (pulse) and direction terminals.
You coupled the shieling wire and the NEG on the same terminal. Wouldn't that introduce unwanted signals into the system? Shouldn't the shielding wire be to earth?
Thank you Patrick. Your instructions are the best I have seen. Am I able to download the free version of Mach 3 onto either a laptop or desktop with Win 10 until I know it will work or do I need to purchase a licence before I can use the USB version? I have already used Mach 3 Lathe on an old 32 bit Dell which requires a parallel port with mixed results. I have one of the boards you have demonstrated and have been looking for information to allow me to use it because computers with parallel ports are becoming more difficult to get. I will be following your videos with great interest. Many thanks Woodie82 Brisbane
You don't need to purchase a license to use the USB controller. The license for Mach3 only limits the number of gcode instructions that can be processed. You will be fine with a laptop with Windows 10 64-bit with this controller.
mach3 not subbort good usb need buy mach4 version software and mach3 no need pay licence newer have free and can download many many internet site. but why buy usb version because cheapen have add ne computer pciE to lpt card. and sametime this little cheap about 8$ card safe you pc motherboard no go broken if have problems.cheapen have broken PCI/PCIE card than burn motherboard at pc. and old paraller port pc can buy used computers about 10-40$
@@mattivirta Hi Matt. It is several years since I asked about the Mach 3 issue so your reply I received today was a surprise and I thank you for taking the time. My attempts to use Mach 3 with the USB board were not successful so I put it aside and moved on to a non cnc project. I was having a lot of trouble getting it to work and it was suggested that I needed to uninstall and then reinstall Mach 3 to sort it out. I no longer have a parallel port computer so at some stage I will make another attempt to get Mach 3 to function on my laptop. I think the problem I was having with with the xml file and I have seen a suggestion that may help that. All I want to do is run Mach Turn. I have not interest in a cnc router or mill. Thanks for taking the time. Woodie
Yes it will. Most of my customers use it with Windows 10 64-bit without any problems. 32-bit is only needed for parallel port controllers since Mach3 needs access to the parallel port addresses. This controller doesn't use a parallel port, only USB.
Oh and do I need a windows laptop, or will my IMac with windows on virtual desktop work fine. Think to get a windows laptop makes sense, only what version software for Mach 3?
You need to right click and click save link as. This will open a file dialog box and you can save the file to your computer. I recommend renaming your existing Mach3mill.xml file first.
Hi, Nice work by the way, I have a different Mach3 usb board, so which plugin should I download PS: it's a green card , named Mach3 interface board in the back ,
It may be the same one that I have on the product page: www.buildyourcnc.com/item/electronicsAndMotors-electronic-component-breakout-Mach3-USB-Board If the board is squarish, then it is probably the same driver/plugin.
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Thank you soooo much! Wow, this was really helpful! What a great time we live in, where people like you share their knowledge and some random guy on the other side of the world has access to it and benefits from it! Thanks and best wishes from Germany! 🙏
I am very happy you were able to benefit!
Offcours Great time ⏲️ we live in, with people like this, 👍
Good sir thank you for this WONDERFUL video. I've been sitting on my setup of 3 years an couldn't find a video that has straight threw wiring process. THANK YOU!
Oh thank you so much! IN just 8 minutes you help me so much! pretty instructive and definitely helpful. I can't believe that the very first video occurrence, yours, will solve my problem. Excellent pedagogy, very clear instructions. I am a lucky guy.
Thank you... I complete first setup according to instruction.
ENA+ & DIR+ & PUL+ connect to 5V. ENA- connect to ground. DIR- connect to axysD, PUL- coonect to axysP.
This is the correct driver connection
Followed all details instructed and got my machine running. Motors work as it should, my machine travel smoothly, it seems like it have no issues. The problem I have with this board like every cheap Chinese board is missing steps with Mach3. I set my G54, run my part and rechecked my G54 again and it was off .01 on X and Y the same direction. It will shift .01 increments every time you jog or run a program. You will not notice if you are running large gantry router cutting large wood, but if you are doing precise metal work you will notice this.
Now I’m switching back to my UC100 and run with no missing steps. Repeats all day long with no issues.
You may be accelerating too fast, this can cause missed steps. Try reducing the acceleration, it will depend on the load (mass) on the motor what you acceleration can be, more mass will require that you accelerate slower. If you can run at a high maximum speed (when the pulses are at the highest frequency) then the system can handle the frequency electrically without missing steps. The load during a cut also adds force to overcome during acceleration. Another way to increase the force you can overcome is a higher voltage on the stepper motor driver and a higher current to the motor.
I was thinking of switching from my UC100 too but I don’t have a good reason, after your warning I think I’ll wait till I have a good reason.
I did all that, playing for days with motor tuning and what not. Cutting air and you still have missing steps, drive me crazy for days. I have a Taig ballscrew mill, one of the smoothest machine you can buy, even with a nema 17 motor can run this machine with no issues. My setup for the usb BOB was nema23 570oz/in 5a motor, dm556 driver 50v max, 48v power supply. I wired and ground everything properly according to the data from the website, it just the board is not as stable like the uc100. It’s not 100% functional.
Very professional. great job and it couldn't be explained better.
What is your reason for setting the microstepping to 3200? Top vid, thanks a lot.👍👍👍
The roller chain doesn't allow for the best mechanical resolution, so 3200 is best with these types for drive systems. If you work it out with the formula: steps/inch = 3200 steps / (14 teeth * .25 inches per teeth) = 3200/3.5 = 914.827 step per inch. That is just below 1000 steps per inch which is pretty much standard for routers. If you want to get more granular, gets best to go with a drive system that will give you better mechanical resolution like a lead screw.
Thank you so much for this video and for the input link of usb BOB. I have the same BOB on my 6040 and didn't know all the technical specs in order to add accessories to machine. As Robert K said i would do the wiring neatly using shielded cable and i would make some nice dust covers for motor and driver metallic preferred to behave as Faraday cage. Thumbs up for your project, i can't wait for the next videos.
this is EXACTLY what i spent HOURS looking for.. THANK YOU!
Thanks very much ...............very easy and helpful !
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Hi, the video is very well explained and also very well made! I am waiting for the usb board and I have now the perfect instructions. I went to a various sites looking for help and a comment got my worry, is about this usb breadboard doesn't do the backlash compensation. Has you checked that? Is this is real, then, do you see a solution to this problem? Thank you!
Mechanically solving for backlash is paramount. No matter what software or electronics you are using, never use software backlash compensation. You will find that how software resolve backlash will present so many other issues and odd machining characteristics. I have done this and the outcome is never good. If your machine has backlash, resolve it by using a modified mechanical approach, like using antibacklash nuts, or ball screws. If it is rack and pinion, make sure there is a heavy spring forcing the pinion to make hard contact with the rack. Think the same for other mechanical systems.
Best video I have ever seen thanks so much for doing this
Interesting video...Explained in an easy and understandable manner...
Not being able to locate Part 2 of this video series. Please help me with it!
Awesome Guide, best I've come across yet. Super helpful. Thank you.
You're welcome. I'm glad it helped.
In this field you are the best
Thanks for the complement, but I doubt it. Those HAAS engineers are the best!! I wouldn't be able to touch them.
This is a very helpful series. Though, I'm curious as to why you don't tin the leads.
He Hello first of all thank you for such a good explanation about it.
I have cnc usb router my friend was buy from somewhere but he didn't know how to start with software mech3 he got software also but I tried so many time but I got error so can you send link where to get full mech3 software.
Very understandable and complete tutorial! A question though, how do you scale length in Mach3 to actual length on the axis?
Great Video Sir, Very Much helpful , but now i would like to ask you can i use this Board with Mach 4 Hobby Software? Because i have Purchase Mach 4 Hobby License.
Thank you! I didn't know that about the ground and connecting the shield to it.
I have used your instructions to configure my cnc and it worked awesome. My question is can this card work with a Laser. Thanks
It can, but you will not get the features you would if you were using a traditional laser controller. The mach3 USB will not be able to control the intensity of the laser which is what is needed for most laser applications. You would need to use a potentiometer to control intensity. The Mach3 USB controller does have a PWM output, so you could theoretically control the intensity, but you would need to drop that PWM voltage down to 5V max and you are still stuck with using Mach3 which is not ideal for lasing work (that I know of). There are some plugins, but they don't work as well as a laser controller.
BuildYourCNC ok thanks allot for your reply I was wondering about that! Cheers and thanks again
Very thankful for your information and nice video👍🤝
Thanks!
Nice video... unexpected though for a new machine build to go with Mach3 and USB... a special reason to this?
This customer's application did not require anything different and this controller is perfectly adequate.
What would a machine have nowadays?
If I connect 24v and DCM then naturally all OUT1-2-3-4 ports should be 24v without computer? I think I have a broken driver. I'm right?
I learn so much from your video , I have question about wiring the BOB to the driver, I don't understand if you have to put ground to D- and P- and D+ and P+ to XP and XD from the BOB or if you have to put the 5V to D+ and P+ and XP , XD to P- D- ??
thank you in advance
You can do it either way, you just need to toggle the active low in mach3 if you do it the other way. I use gnd for D- and P- because there are two gnd terminal on that board next to the axis terminals (XP, XD, etc). It's as simple as that. Glad you liked the video.
@@PatrickHoodDaniel okay Thank’s a lot for your response
I am proud of u ,well done sir ,and also god bless u.
Successfully done as you did.. but need all tutorial .. about end stop, calibration, g code loading, .. thanks for this video.
If you still remember me...I am still here and hoping you could continue your tutorials on avr, arm, micro controller in general...still waiting for your videos from patreon...all the best
Thanks. I'm focusing on writing a reference/book on that subject. I may still do videos on microcontrollers, but I have no timeframe for that.
@@PatrickHoodDaniel Any ETA for that reference/book? Do let us know here on yt when its ready...and thank you for your tutorials
Great video
Honestly it sounds too good to be true. I’m wondering if for some reason it’s not current or out of date. After checking I see you uploaded this in June of this year 2019. Cool so unlike TH-cam normally does with old non current videos for teaching software, it might be worth following. Ok I have a question though. I want to build my own cnc router and also a separate cnc plasma table. Should I use Mach 3 or now that Mach 4 is available should I use that instead?
Then motors. Should I use the biggest I can with the most torque, and what are these. What’s norm for controlling cnc routers and plasmas?
Lastly the guide rails. Where would you go to get them, and what’s best to use?
Thx James
Very nice teaching sir 👍
great video, how do you wire up the USB card to the spindle relays and to the inverter ? is there a video ? than you!
th-cam.com/video/aD3_0NmUowk/w-d-xo.html This is for speed control.
Here is the page on my site that has the other videos, including wiring the output for the inverter l. www.buildyourcnc.com/item/electronicsAndMotors-electronic-component-breakout-Mach3-USB-Board
Good video. Can you tell me what the 10pin header is for. Is it an option for step & Dir?
Hi, thank you very much. can I use this controller with another software?
This controller is only compatible with Mach3, but if you can get the API information from Mach3, you can use it to make your own software.
Cat5 networking Cable works just fine for step and direction signal wires, It is a twisted pair wire and there is 8 wires and a shield which is enough to control 2 drivers in 1 cable.
Yes, good choice. Make sure the shield is tied to earth ground.
Yes mine is ground to the main controller case ground. The step and direction signal wires will never produce interference but shielding is extra protection for out side sources contaminating those twisted wires. I am a Moderator On Face Book with 100,000 members for a CNC building group and help with idea's and information for the beginners, been doing it for a few years after years of electronic work and machinist/welder/fitter jobs.
@@johnward5890 Excellent. well done. You will see in my latest videos and videos focusing on limit switches and proximity switches, I explain the importance of shielding.
Yes the proximity switches i have, got their own shielding cable. I just wire 2 sensors in the one 4 pin GX16 connector with 2 pins for powering the 2 Proximity switches and 1pin for each proximity sensor so each axis has 2 proximity sensors in the same plug like X+ and X- would be one GX16 plug.
Mach3 usb controller supports with planet cnc software?
No, the mach3 usb controller uses Mach3 software only. The planetCNC controller will only work with the PlanetCNC software. Thanks for the comment.
Hi I have been told I need closed loop stepper motors on my cnc which have quite a few wires from them. Do you have videos on how to wire the closed loop steppers. Are you running Windows on your computer to operate the Cnc? I haven't used a Cnc before this is all new to me and took words from someone that seems to know a bit about them maybe.
I am using closed-loop steppers on my personal machine connected to this controller. All versions of Windows will work with this controller. I am planning to do a video on closed-loop steppers and wiring for them.
Is there any difference for using the ground lead or the negative lead option?
Which cable should preferably be shorter, the one going from the breakout board to the driver or the one going from the driver to the motor?
Great video helped me a lot. If yo can would you do one homing switches and the e-stop please as I am having a problem getting the wiring correct.
CMDR PDAVG i have problem with the index sensor. The board receive the input with a negative signal. I have i think this is not a good board, the Brand is not in the market so there is not support.
I will buy a better one with support
hi great video
what happens if do the pul+and dir+ to 5 volt ?
Thanks!!
Sir,
Have you run any Longer carving Projects using the RnR USB card?
Have you faced any unexpected interruptions or missed steps?
So many videos say that It shouldn't be trusted for longer projects due to the USB Connection which is prone to external noise?
How much would you suggest it for a CNC Router for making artcam designs on doors and panels ?
thoughts please...
A good question, but It doesn't really make sense that the signal processor causes missteps. That is typically due to over-torque stalling between the driver and the motor. I haven't seen any issues.
Thank you Sir..Keep educating Us..!@@PatrickHoodDaniel
Awesome
can I use this one for laser
Yes, but I would not recommend it. You will not be able to run sophisticated engravings.
your a very good teacher! anyway .. will this wiring work on my close loop nema 23 integrated motor to be connected on mach3 like one on your video?
Very useful
Does this need breakout board? This is Langmuirs Systems board they are using....i was on their forum and saw a lot of people having problems with the board not responding and dying...how has your experience been with this board...i ordered one from you any way :P
Is the bitsensor rnr board support backlash settings?
I don't believe so. The CPU would need control of the pulse train to compensate for backlash. With that said, you should always resolve backlash in the mechanical and structural assembly of the machine. I have never had good results with backlash compensation digitally.
I couldn't get my green controller board to work so I bought this one not realizing there's no port to connect the uc100. I don't get it. I need my laptop to control this so how?
This board connects to the USB port. This is one of a series of videos for this board. check out the rest of the videos.
How can I move 2 axis at the same time ? Thank you so much
All axes work at the same time while running a job using code, or if you enter code in the MDI. You can only manually jog one axis at a time.
Hi Patrick, great video and depth of explanation. You did an awesome job. Will you be continuing this series with Part 2 and beyond?
Hey Paul, I will be doing them very soon. I just finished moving from Texas to Florida, so I finally have some time to get into the video editing.
@@PatrickHoodDaniel congratulations on the move. That can be stressful and very time consuming. Looking forward to your continuation. Your level of explanation is exactly what I have been looking for for a while now. Thank you.
Thanks for an interesting video. I have never seen anyone mount the motor driver beside the motor before. They are generally in a separate cabinet with the USB board and the power supply. Can you explain your reasoning?
Fewer wires to run through the cable carrier. I've been positioning the electronics this way since my newer machine designs.
@@PatrickHoodDaniel It seems that this way you are running the signals in the cables with the lower current which can be more prone to interference than if drivers were away from motors with 48v signals...
I have my setup looking like yours, only smaller steppers and all 3 are connected. I set the hot keys to be left arrow X-, right arrow X+, Up arrow y+, Down Arrow Y-, page up to Z+ page down to Z-, I only see a short movement then it stalls at the current position. Do you have any clues as to what is wrong?
Lower your acceleration and velocity (config-motor tuning) for all axis to very low values and raise the values incrementally to find the best values. You will also need to calibrate each axis then adjust the accel and vel again.
Hi again
After a protracted delay due to "life", and with the help of my son, I am working my way through your instructional video and we have the Mill function jogging. Not so the lathe function which is my primary interest. Is there a reason the motor will jog on the Mill set up by not the Lathe set up?
As I said before this is an excellent presentation but I am stuck at this point so any help would be appreciated. I am using the 'free version" of Mach 3 at the moment but once I am satisfied that the system will function plan to purchase a Mach 3 license.
regards
Robert
Brisbane
Australia
Are you referring to the lathe (mach3 turn profile) in Mach3? If so, the motor outputs in the mach3 turn profile are not set correctly. Check this configuration against the mill profile.
Thank you very much, very nice job.
Thank you for the video, I just have a problem downloading the configuration file, it looks like the link is broken, can you help me with this?
The link on the website?
Are you going to make a part two for this control board?
I followed the instructions but when plug it in I see red and green light on the driver and when I press reset I see only red and the motor is not turning. What is the Problem ?
Thank you for the amazing Content.
You might want to lower the current setting on the driver. Also, make sure to power down and wait for at least 20 seconds before changing wires and dip switch settings as these drivers are very sensitive to this sort of thing.
Thanks.
Hey there, I've seen people wiring the driver by connecting pul+ and dir+ to use as ground, and others by connecting pul- and dir- together for a ground, you mentioned you did it both ways in the video, is there a difference? does the polarity matter at all? I've seen that done to breakout boards and arduinos alike.
Whether you use the 5v to connect to pul+ and dir+, or you use gnd to connect to pul- and dir- is up to you, but I would recommend that the latter as this is specified in the controller's documentation. The only difference is the way it is configured in Mach3 (active low or active high). The controller has a pendant connection, so that connector may be set to a specific state. This is why I decided to try the gnd to pul- and dir-.
@@PatrickHoodDaniel Thank you for the advice!
does pul- and dir- always require a jumper, thats not in my diagram provided by the seller?
I want to convert my Carbide 3D XXL Pro to Mach 3. What kit do you have that I can accomplish that conversion?
How did you get the inputs on that breakout board to work
Make sure you use the xml file from the controller product page link in the description. That has the configuration necessary for the proper functioning of he features on this board.
@@PatrickHoodDaniel Not sure what xml file you are talking about
hello there you have a nice tutorial. kindly add how to install limit switches for homing and end stop.. also the configuration on mach3 . that would be a great help,, i am starting to build my cnc using that cnc controler.. because previously i used UGS. and i'm new in mach3.thanks.
I am converting my old Blue Chick from the old Parallel port break-out board to the newer USB controller. I have multiple questions, but I'll only ask a few. 1) I notice you do not connect the enable circuit. Is it OK to ignore it? 2) I notice that you do not connect any power to the USB controller. It looks like I need to connect power to the USB board if I want to use the input and output pins, like e-stop and limits. Correct? 3) The schematic shows limit switches, which are physical switches on the machine, but also home switches (X, Y, Z, A) wired to a separate Input pin. I presume this is a physical switch or button?
Why am I asking? I am designing a box to contain all my controller electronics, and once I glue it together, I really can't change anything. So I want to have all my ducks in a row. thx
Love to hear from past Buildyourcnc machine customers!! 1. I have never connected the enable signals on drivers. Ignore it. 2. Definitely connect power (24V) to the controller. I use a small 24V 2 amp power supply. Yes, the inputs, spindle PWM and outputs need this power. 3. These are standard limit (snap action) switches, or even proximity switches. By the way, I livestream every day, so feel free to drop in and ask any questions (1:00pm eastern)
@@PatrickHoodDaniel Thank-you for your prompt reply. Another question if I may. Have you ever used the height-mesh function? I'm probably not naming it correctly. It's where a probe moves on a x-y grid, moving the Z up and down until a probe (instead of a mill) touches something. It opens (or closes) a circuit, and from there the Z height is recorded. Thus making a 3D map of the object. Now, more importantly, does the USB controller support it?
@@glrider100 never used that feature, but ThisOldTony has a very good video on it. When I was working on PCBs, I wish I knew about this feature. I can't tall you if it does. This could be a good experiment in a future livestream. I'm sure you want to know now if it does, and I would suspect it does since this is a Mach3 feature where it records the points and uses these points in the calculation in g-code processing. Generally this is outside of the controller's pervue. Mach3 would just take the calculated (adjusted) gcode and deliver these to the controller. In other words, the controller is essentially a dumb take input and blindly output pulses.
Great work! Where can i see rest of the videos? Will you be uploading?
Mach 3 or 4 for co2 laser?
I would recoment laser control software like LightBurn for CO2 Laser applications. If this is an unconventional application of a CO2 laser, you could use either Mach3 or Mach4.
Can't find part 2. Any assistance?
Here is the playlist for the Mach3 USB controller: th-cam.com/video/-K3RyWCOPWE/w-d-xo.html
Will this Mach3 Configuration File RIGHT CLICK AND SELECT "SAVE AS" work for Mach3 lathe to. thanks Dave
No, this is only for the mill, but if you use the lathe, just replace the port number to 3 for the outputs and inputs. The motor outputs should automatically work as long as you enable them.
Hello. Why do you short the pull in the tbc driver?
Hi, so i have this weird problem. Tried different cables and pcs. Removed all the cables except one axis(including endstops and the hole vfd):
The problem is when i jog i may get a smooth movement and everything will be ok. But sometimes i get these missteps causing the machine to loose position. The misstep is very slight and it diesnt make the motor stall. It just looses step(0.02mm ish every time it happens). I have shielded cables and twisted stepper leads. I have no clue what is happening.
Please help, thank you!
Patrick Hood-Daniel I'm sorry, I have this card too, can you manually move the axes together at the same time? Thanks
Hi Patrick
On this usb board do I have to use 2 sets of switches
One set for limit = 3 or 6 switches one on either side of the Axis
One set for homing = 3 switches
X- Y- Z+
Thanks
Len
Why not ground both ends of the shielding? I was taught there is no such thing as too many grounds.
Dale
Shielding is a bit different than grounding for voltage in general. While you can ground the shielding at both ends, it is only practical for very high frequency applications. I actually mentioned this in my ultimate guide for wiring limits and proximity sensors. Also, you want to be careful not to create ground loops. By ground at two ends of a plane, or wire, you can create a ground loops.
I'm replacing my CNCEST China driver's with the DM542T. Stepper motor runs very slow, but smooth. About 1 revolution every 6 seconds. When I try to move the axis It only moves about .1". If I try to calibrate the stepper motor. The motor sounds like it is grinding gears and barely moves. It is wired correctly, but could it be the SWM settings on the toggle switches. Tried different ones. Some turn the stepper on others don't move it at all. Any suggestions?!
Yes, try lowering the velocity and acceleration. The motor is probably reaching its max torque. You can also remove the motor and check the mechanical system to see if there is binding, or if the mechanical system is too tight, or there is too much friction.
Hello, i have the same breakboard but if i want to run in jog mode i can't run x and y or z axis in one time together. do you now why i can't? In program everything works fine.
Greetz René from Holland!
Eu já acompanho seu conteúdo a mais de 15 anos, ainda não consegui terminar minha CNC, já estou bem próximo..... Eu Gostaria messmo de criar o meu controle com Linux CNC usando mesanet via ethernet.... Mas por questão de grana vou utilizar motores 85kg para 4 exios e vou comprar esta placa USD mesmo por equanto, é curioso o valor que eu pagaria em uma plca 7i92 mesanet eu compraria quase 25 placas usb... vou utilizar cremalheira helicoidal e engrenagem, vejo muita gente falar em perca de passo já que não é malha fechada.... mas eu seus videos a anos você raramente utiliza malha fechada e me parece que tem muito sucessso com suas router... Eu conssegui um desenho bacana ma minha router indusstrial 3x2 metros, todo com perfil de alimunio 30x60mm ficou muito show fácil montar e desmontar....
I have a much older 3 Axis machine, but am upgrading Motion Controller and Stepper Drivers. Should I wire mine using the 5V method? Also, I have no idea who the manufacture of my stepper motors are. I am sure they a Nema 17s . How do i figure out what amperage to use on the Stepper Drivers dip switches. At the moment I am using 1.5 amp. Not sure that is enough?
It's really up to you. Using GND, or using the 5V method difference is just a software checkbox toggle. I like using the GND since there are two GND terminals available on the controller.
stepper motor can use lot better if have maximum normal used 24volt or more, 36volt power supply to motors. controller boards use 5volt. driver board maximum best use, etc,TB6600 max have about 40votl use 36 volt power.
Hello, what are the conditions that must be available in the computer in order for the Mach3 usb to work with me without problems, and thank you very much
Hello!
I downloaded mac3 from the manufacturer's website and did what he recommends at the beginning of the video. I got to the point in the video where at 19:13 it starts a program where you have to select the USB, but I don't have such a program. I'm a beginner, please help! What is the name of this program? Drivertest tells me "No driver sensed installed. Run drivertest" Drivertest says this!!!!
ch3Mill USB selectoin is a profile in Mach3. That is a file you need to download from my the product page for this controller: buildyourcnc.com/item/electronicsAndMotors-electronic-component-breakout-Mach3-USB-Board. The link is in the description as well. There are 5 main steps on that page. One of the steps is a link to download that file.
@@PatrickHoodDaniel Thank You :) it is all right.
Will you be doing anymore on this card or are you just going to leave us all out to dry after given us a taster of what it can do?
How many Power supply do we need?
That depends on a lot of factors. I would only use one power supply at the start. Do the motor tuning to satisfactionwhere the motors do not stall. If you see that the motors are stalling due to all of the motors working at the same time, you will need to add another power supply so the number of amps can be distributed to the necessary motors.
Hi, IM a new in this One question You connect DIR- and PUL- together and PUL+ and DIR+ to board Does is suppose to be opposite PUL+ and DIR+ to hot wire and DIR- and PUL- to the board ? I confuse. Thx
Yes, you can do that and just toggle the active low/high for that axis in software. It's a matter of preference and since there are two gnd terminals on this controller, I like to use the gnd as the common. The manufacturer also recommends this as can be seen in my instruction on the product page.
@@PatrickHoodDaniel thx
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I have my stepper motors all wired up, I have them showing a green light, but when I try to move the motors with the keys they’re not moving. Is this a limit switch issue or a a possible wiring issue?
when you try to spind the motor, does the controller blink fast?
@@PatrickHoodDaniel yes
@@BlackWhiteGlass Then your mach3 is communicating to the controller as expected. Check the wiring from the controller to the driver. The XD goes to the DIR+ and the XP goes to the PUL+ and the GND goes to the PUL- and DIR-.
@@PatrickHoodDaniel thank you! I’ll try this when I’m able, and let you know how it goes.
I don't understand. I got all 4 axes working with this cnc board and Nema23. The next day the engines don't move anymore. The cnc card receives an order from the computer, the LEDs pulse. But the motors don't get control commands! I've looked for the problem but can't find it. Please help.
@@MikaKivinenMusic if you are getting pulses from the LEDs when you move an axis, then there should be a pulse coming out of the board to the drivers. I think you may have a power supply problem.
@@MikaKivinenMusic you should attend my daily Livestreams at 1:00 pm Eastern.
@@PatrickHoodDaniel I just measured pins of my microstepping drivers. Pc-card looks pushing direct power 0.5v. So card looks working.but motor Driver didnt gave direction pulse to motor. This goes interesting.
@@MikaKivinenMusic What pins did you measure. Did you use a multimeter? If so, it is impossible to see the pulse train. You would need an oscilloscope.
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The Mach 3 license, does this have to be purchased with the computer that Mach 3 is installed on?
The Mach3 license is a file that is added to the Mach3 folder on the computer that Mach3 is installed.
@@PatrickHoodDaniel Does this have to be purchased with the computer which Mach 3 is installed? I go online with Windows 10, I will be using Windows XP for CNC use.
mach3 NO need licence internet have download FREE mach3, only need copy datlic file to mach3 mainfile location, mach4 usb need licence.
Will give this a go. I have the first file RnR v2.0 but I get an error 9991 . I assume I need the other file to take it's place.
Could this controller be used with large drivers and 2kw servo motors? My employer has an small horizontal boring mill which was a tape reader but then retrofitted to dc servo drives and drivers but now they want drives and controller updated. Thanks in advance for any help!
Hi Steve, Yes, this controller simply outputs signals that connect to any size drivers, as long as the drivers receive standard signals. Your drivers will need to have step (pulse) and direction terminals.
@@PatrickHoodDaniel Thank You so much for the insight!
You coupled the shieling wire and the NEG on the same terminal. Wouldn't that introduce unwanted signals into the system? Shouldn't the shielding wire be to earth?
Do you by any chance know if this board supports threading (signal index processing)?
Thank you Patrick. Your instructions are the best I have seen.
Am I able to download the free version of Mach 3 onto either a laptop or desktop with Win 10 until I know it will work or do I need to purchase a licence before I can use the USB version?
I have already used Mach 3 Lathe on an old 32 bit Dell which requires a parallel port with mixed results. I have one of the boards you have demonstrated and have been looking for information to allow me to use it because computers with parallel ports are becoming more difficult to get. I will be following your videos with great interest. Many thanks
Woodie82 Brisbane
You don't need to purchase a license to use the USB controller. The license for Mach3 only limits the number of gcode instructions that can be processed. You will be fine with a laptop with Windows 10 64-bit with this controller.
mach3 not subbort good usb need buy mach4 version software and mach3 no need pay licence newer have free and can download many many internet site. but why buy usb version because cheapen have add ne computer pciE to lpt card. and sametime this little cheap about 8$ card safe you pc motherboard no go broken if have problems.cheapen have broken PCI/PCIE card than burn motherboard at pc. and old paraller port pc can buy used computers about 10-40$
mach3 no need pay licence .have FREE, only new usb mach4 need licence. old mach3 have FREE
@@mattivirta Hi Matt. It is several years since I asked about the Mach 3 issue so your reply I received today was a surprise and I thank you for taking the time. My attempts to use Mach 3 with the USB board were not successful so I put it aside and moved on to a non cnc project. I was having a lot of trouble getting it to work and it was suggested that I needed to uninstall and then reinstall Mach 3 to sort it out. I no longer have a parallel port computer so at some stage I will make another attempt to get Mach 3 to function on my laptop. I think the problem I was having with with the xml file and I have seen a suggestion that may help that. All I want to do is run Mach Turn. I have not interest in a cnc router or mill. Thanks for taking the time. Woodie
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hello and thanks for the video but please i want to know can this card work with 64 bit of windows version ?
Yes it will. Most of my customers use it with Windows 10 64-bit without any problems. 32-bit is only needed for parallel port controllers since Mach3 needs access to the parallel port addresses. This controller doesn't use a parallel port, only USB.
@@PatrickHoodDaniel thanks for your kind reply
Great question and great answer thanks fellas
have you connected a Limit switch or a index sensor? I have the same board and I can connect a IR sensor for index the spindle in my lathe.
What MPG do you recommend with this board? Thanks
Oh and do I need a windows laptop, or will my IMac with windows on virtual desktop work fine. Think to get a windows laptop makes sense, only what version software for Mach 3?
You will need windows and with this controller, it is fine to use windows 10.
Please help me, why can't I go to the folder mach3 configura File
You need to right click and click save link as. This will open a file dialog box and you can save the file to your computer. I recommend renaming your existing Mach3mill.xml file first.
I have thus board does it work with grbl software or only mach3
Hi,
Nice work by the way,
I have a different Mach3 usb board, so which plugin should I download
PS: it's a green card , named Mach3 interface board in the back ,
It may be the same one that I have on the product page: www.buildyourcnc.com/item/electronicsAndMotors-electronic-component-breakout-Mach3-USB-Board
If the board is squarish, then it is probably the same driver/plugin.