I ordered some PCB's for this project through Aisler, They want me to upload the FZZ file for the parts package with part numbers so they can order them. Is this file available? I can't seem to locate it in the project files. I sent them the parts spreadsheet, but said they can't use that.
-James
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Hi James
As I understand it, the parts packages are optional. I think you will find you can source parts from eBay and AliExpress much cheaper. Ailser is a German company and they produce good high quality PCB's.
There is no FZZ file because a lot of the parts are not available in Fritzing as standard parts, in some cases other parts have been used as a replacement - this makes no difference on the PCB but makes a parts list meaningless.
They wanted me to the same. I had a go at making a list for them but many of the parts that were needed I could not select from their list of preferred parts as that list is not comprehensive (or I might have been inept at using the software).
Regards
Robert
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Yeah you are probably right. I just let them know that I'll source the components myself and continue with shipping the PCB's to me. I have the DRV8825 and the arduino nano already in my possession. I tried manually adding parts on their website, and it just loads and loads when I go and search for a part to add, so I gave up doing that. I do ebay so yes, that is probably the best option for me.
James
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So the optional home switch is only supported in the WiFi version of the board? If so, How if possible would I go about implementing it? I unfortunatly just realized this after I had my PCB 's ordered.
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Depending on the type/version of PCB, you can still add it simply by wiring the switch into D12. I attach the wiring diagram. You can solder leads direct to the top of the nano D12 pin. A couple of the boards will not swupport a home position switch (such as L293D/uno andany board using TFT display.
Kinda thought that I could probably do that, easy enough mod. :) Thank you. I am using the DRV8825 full board but with minimal options and no LCD and no push buttons. Will probably use the temperature probe though, so it will be the MT version I believe. Any software mods that I have to do for the homeswitch other than enabling it in the arduino firmware?
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How do you plan to make the home switch physically? Maybe a reed switch and a magnet would be a nice compact solution. The reed tube on the "stator" and the magnet on the drawtube. Placed on the back side of the scope.
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I have been thinking about it and coming up with a mounting solution for the home switch for my 2" GSO Crayford on my 6" Newtonian. On mine, there really isn't a good flat surface for the lever of the switch to touch, but I'll come up with something. I have a 3D printer and CNC mill and access to a machine shop. I'm 3D printing the L-bracket that I designed for mounting the stepper motor as I type this.
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Hello,
I ordered some PCB's for this project through Aisler, They want me to upload the FZZ file for the parts package with part numbers so they can order them. Is this file available? I can't seem to locate it in the project files. I sent them the parts spreadsheet, but said they can't use that.
-James
Hi James
As I understand it, the parts packages are optional. I think you will find you can source parts from eBay and AliExpress much cheaper. Ailser is a German company and they produce good high quality PCB's.
There is no FZZ file because a lot of the parts are not available in Fritzing as standard parts, in some cases other parts have been used as a replacement - this makes no difference on the PCB but makes a parts list meaningless.
They wanted me to the same. I had a go at making a list for them but many of the parts that were needed I could not select from their list of preferred parts as that list is not comprehensive (or I might have been inept at using the software).
Regards
Robert
Yeah you are probably right. I just let them know that I'll source the components myself and continue with shipping the PCB's to me. I have the DRV8825 and the arduino nano already in my possession. I tried manually adding parts on their website, and it just loads and loads when I go and search for a part to add, so I gave up doing that. I do ebay so yes, that is probably the best option for me.
So the optional home switch is only supported in the WiFi version of the board? If so, How if possible would I go about implementing it? I unfortunatly just realized this after I had my PCB 's ordered.
Depending on the type/version of PCB, you can still add it simply by wiring the switch into D12. I attach the wiring diagram. You can solder leads direct to the top of the nano D12 pin. A couple of the boards will not swupport a home position switch (such as L293D/uno andany board using TFT display.
Kinda thought that I could probably do that, easy enough mod. :) Thank you. I am using the DRV8825 full board but with minimal options and no LCD and no push buttons. Will probably use the temperature probe though, so it will be the MT version I believe. Any software mods that I have to do for the homeswitch other than enabling it in the arduino firmware?
How do you plan to make the home switch physically? Maybe a reed switch and a magnet would be a nice compact solution. The reed tube on the "stator" and the magnet on the drawtube. Placed on the back side of the scope.
Many different ways - see Clive Garners movie using a small arduino switch
I have been thinking about it and coming up with a mounting solution for the home switch for my 2" GSO Crayford on my 6" Newtonian. On mine, there really isn't a good flat surface for the lever of the switch to touch, but I'll come up with something. I have a 3D printer and CNC mill and access to a machine shop. I'm 3D printing the L-bracket that I designed for mounting the stepper motor as I type this.
None, just enable the define line for the homeswitch
Also see the videos on youtube
I have been watching them. Thanks for those, very helpful! :)