DIY FluidNC Controller By ESP32
4-Axis Configuration Sample:
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MKS LS ESP32 Pro Quick Start
CNC Configuration Sample: >>> $$ $54 = 12345678 $53 = MKS_DLC $52 = 12345678 $51 = MKS_DLC $0 = 10 (Step pulse time, microseconds) $1 = 255 (Step idle delay, milliseconds) $2 = 0 (Step pulse invert, mask) $3 = 1 (Step direction invert, mask) $4 = 0 (Invert step enable pin, boolean) $5 = …
Leadscrew Drive with GRBL and G-Code
Many DIY CNC machines and 3D printers use leadscrews along with the open-source GRBL firmware as their drive system. A series of configurations must be performed to accurately control the motion system. This article will describe the steps to configure the GRBL controller using G-code commands.The following components are involved: Stepper Motor. Typically 1.8° per …
Ball-Screw/Lead-Screw Thread Pitch vs Lead
The screw pitch and lead are key concepts in threaded mechanisms, such as screws and lead screws. Here’s a quick explanation of both: 1. Screw Pitch 2. Screw Lead Reference: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Lead_and_pitch_in_screws.png
ESP32 Dev Board Quick Test
Environment: Visual Studio Code, PlatformIO Hardware: USB-C, ESP32-WROOM-32D Create a new PlatformIO project, select general Espressif ESP32 Dev Module Select default location or any other location to save the project Modify the platformio.ini file to add monitor_speed and upload_speed: [env:esp32dev] platform = espressif32 board = esp32dev framework = arduino monitor_speed=115200 upload_speed=921600 modify src->main.cpp as: #include …