The new PoKeys device is finally released – dedicated CNC controller with integrated stepper motor drivers and easy to use software and plugin. It is is a blend between general purpose PoKeys device, CNC controller and stepper motor driver. It is intended for use with Mach4 CNC control software. Device overview PoKeys57CNCpro4x25 is PoKeys device intended for stepper … Read more
Do you have a project that demands position control of stepper motor or servo motor? Our easy to use PoKeys devices and PoBlocks programming software enables you to add position control with other peripheral to any custom project. Project requirements The project requred position control of the servo motor. It was used in an art … Read more
We would like to present our technique of testing PCBs for reliability, functionality and to assure that they meet our standards – automated bed of nails PCB testing equipment. What is bed of nails for PCB testing? PCBs are usually tested with special type of fixture that is made from spring loaded pins to connect … Read more
Are you having problems with reliability of your machine or are you planning on making a DIY CNC and want to maket the electornics as reliable as possible? Here are some tips for CNC wiring your machine.. CNC wiring introduction CNC machines usually have separate compartment or cabinet for all the electronics. That way they … Read more
In this blog post we are presenting you the plasma floating head for more precise cutting and how it can benefit your CNC plasma cutter with torch heigh control. What is CNC Plasma floating head With plasma cutters, big sheets of metals are usually cut. These sheets usually don’t sit very flat on the plasma … Read more
This is general introduction to plasma cutter setup and equipment with explanation of most commonly used nomenclature in that field. We will present the electronics that we offer for THC – torch height control for plasma cutters. What equipment is needed for CNC plasma cutter setup? For plasma cutting setup, we need plasma source in … Read more
Do you want to build DIY Mach4 laser cutter with PoKeys CNC controller? Read this post to find out how to configure the Mach4 as well as plugin and all the signals.. Components for DIY Mach4 Laser Cutter Laser cutter is usually only 2 axis machine with gantry style layout. Contrast to CNC milling machines, … Read more
We had a problem with unreliable operation of the microscope LED light on our microscope for PCB inspection and assembly. LED boards were constantly dying and we decided to develop and properly replace them with our own Mantis Compact LED array kit. Why is LED lighting important for PCB testing and assembly? PCB testing and … Read more
What if you run out of filament on the 24 hour print? Can your printer detect it and act accordingly? We offer and explain the unique solution with DIY filament sensor. It is reliable and can benefit you with making your printer better. Understanding the importance of a filament sensor Filament sensor is crucial component … Read more
Yes, you can measure current with oscilloscope and current measurement with oscillsocope does not only tell you the instantaneous value of the current but gives you the time changing waveform from which the operation of the device can be observed. Time changing currents can be measured and displayed on the oscilloscope with help of the … Read more