5 Axis CNC Breakout Board w Optical Coupler for Mach3 (Parallel Port)
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### Overview Take full control of your CNC machine with the **5 Axis CNC Breakout Board w/ Optical Coupler for Mach3 (Parallel Port)**. This essential interface board acts as the central hub between your computer and your CNC electronics, converting parallel port signals into clean, isolated control signals for up to 5 stepper or servo motors, spindle control, and limit switches. Whether you're building a new CNC router, converting a manual mill, or upgrading an existing setup, this breakout board provides a reliable and cost-effective solution for both hobbyists and professionals. ### Key Features - **5-Axis Control:** Drives up to 5 stepper/servo motors (X, Y, Z, A, B) for complex multi-axis machining. - **Optical Isolation:** Built-in optocouplers protect your computer's parallel port and mainboard from electrical noise and spikes, ensuring stable operation. - **Mach3 & LinuxCNC Ready:** Seamlessly compatible with Mach3, LinuxCNC, and other popular parallel port CNC software. - **Spindle & Auxiliary Control:** Includes dedicated spindle on/off and speed control (PWM), plus additional relay outputs for coolant, dust collection, or other peripherals. - **Limit Switch & E-Stop Inputs:** Integrated inputs for home/limit switches and emergency stop for enhanced safety and accuracy. - **Easy Wiring:** Clearly labeled screw terminals and standard parallel port connector simplify installation and troubleshooting. - **Wide Power Compatibility:** Operates from a 5V DC supply, commonly available in most CNC power setups. ### Technical Specifications - **Control Interface:** Parallel Port (DB25) - **Number of Axes:** 5 (X, Y, Z, A, B) - **Isolation:** Optical couplers on all inputs and outputs - **Output Type:** Step/Direction signals for stepper/servo drivers - **Inputs:** Limit switches, home switches, emergency stop, probe - **Outputs:** Spindle on/off, spindle PWM, 2x relay outputs (optional) - **Power Supply:** 5V DC (typically from PC power supply or dedicated 5V PSU) - **Dimensions:** Compact PCB design (approx. 100mm x 80mm) - **Compatibility:** Windows PC with parallel port (or PCIe parallel port card) ### Applications & Use Cases - **CNC Routers & Mills:** Ideal for hobby and professional CNC machines, including 3-axis and 4/5-axis configurations. - **Laser Cutters & Engravers:** Control motion and auxiliary functions like laser on/off and power. - **Plasma Cutters:** Manage torch height control and motion axes. - **3D Printers & DIY Projects:** Use as a general-purpose motion controller for custom builds. - **Educational & Research:** Perfect for university labs, maker spaces, and prototyping. ### What's Included - 1x 5 Axis CNC Breakout Board - 1x DB25 Parallel Port Cable (optional – check listing) - (Screw terminals and connectors may be pre-soldered or included as per variant) ### Compatibility - **Software:** Mach3, LinuxCNC, TurboCNC, EMC2 - **Operating Systems:** Windows XP/7/8/10 (with parallel port), Linux - **Drivers:** Compatible with common stepper drivers (e.g., TB6560, TB6600, DM542, A4988 via step/direction interface) ### MOKWN Recommendation For Egyptian makers and engineers building or upgrading CNC machines, this breakout board is a must-have. It integrates seamlessly with Mach3, the most widely used CNC software, and offers reliable optical isolation to protect your valuable computer hardware. Whether you're a student, hobbyist, or professional, this board provides the performance and reliability needed for precision machining. Pair it with a quality stepper driver and power supply from MOKWN for a complete, dependable CNC control system.