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  1. #1
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    planetcnc mk3/4 outputs

    Hello!
    Can you tell me, the outputs on the mk3/4
    latest version, go through the buffer or directly from the processor?
    I have connected the frequency converter through the optocoupler (out1,2) and out6 pwm 5V directly to frequency converter, It supports 5V PWM.
    It worked fine for 15 minutes, and then the spindle turned off. Now, with the outputs activated, the voltage is 0 at all outputs

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    Re: planetcnc mk3/4 outputs

    Through a buffer.
    What kind of power supply do you use for controller?

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    Re: planetcnc mk3/4 outputs

    Quote Originally Posted by PlanetCNC View Post
    Through a buffer.
    What kind of power supply do you use for controller?

    It was a test run and the power was USB. Today I connected 9V, but still at all outputs 0V, including at the 5V terminal.
    Please tell me which chip is responsible for the outputs I will check this chip.

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    Re: planetcnc mk3/4 outputs

    Controller should never be powered just through USB. If it is all grounding is through computer USB port. In my experience this is very dangerous and can damage processor.

    Output driver is SN74AHCT244, input driver is SN74AHC244.

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    Re: planetcnc mk3/4 outputs

    Controller should never be powered just through USB. If it is all grounding is through computer USB port. In my experience this is very dangerous and can damage processor.
    Output driver is SN74AHCT244, input driver is SN74AHC244.
    Driver for Output 6 is U2.

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    Re: planetcnc mk3/4 outputs

    The problem has been solved. The reason is in the terminal block. If the screw is unscrewed (not tightened) then there is no contact. And I broke my head, why there is no contact . I was afraid that the buffer was broken. I see such a terminal block for the first time. Usually there is always contact on the bolt.
    Electronics is the science of contacts. In general, everything works. Thanks for the answers.

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    Re: planetcnc mk3/4 outputs

    I'm very happy for this.

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