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by metzenw
Sat Feb 13, 2021 3:27 pm
Forum: Centroid Acorn CNC Controller
Topic: Acorn Encoder Signal and Power
Replies: 8
Views: 3760

Re: Acorn Encoder Signal and Power

Ok, I got some information on it.

The ACORN is intended to supply around 50mA that is typical of most encoders.

The encoder is supplied by the 5V 1A regulator that powers the BeagleBone. There should be enough power left over for your encoder now. The problem is that a different processing load ...
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by metzenw
Sat Jan 30, 2021 3:41 pm
Forum: Centroid Acorn CNC Controller
Topic: Acorn Encoder Signal and Power
Replies: 8
Views: 3760

Re: Acorn Encoder Signal and Power


What is the Max current (mA) that the pin 9 of the connector P10 can supply the external encoder ?

Old post, but figure better to post here than make new.
What is the max amperage draw from the P10 connector? Didn't see anything in the manual.
My encoder draws 300mA, as it's an old encoder from ...
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by metzenw
Mon Dec 21, 2020 12:19 am
Forum: Centroid Acorn CNC Controller
Topic: C-Axis Homing to Spindle Encoder Pulse
Replies: 12
Views: 7177

Re: C-Axis Homing to Spindle Encoder Pulse

I've been thinking about this. Using Spur gears between the Spindle and Motor, and use an air cylinder to pivot the motor to engage the gears. This would eliminate almost all the backlash. But an overload could push the gears apart. To get everything lined up for engagement the easiest way I can ...
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