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    I am about to order proximity switches and mechanical switches also,any recommendations ?
    NPN or PNP and what about the voltages those switches,the proximity works,I find a big difference in working current...

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    Quote Originally Posted by Nickhofen View Post
    I am about to order proximity switches and mechanical switches also,any recommendations ?
    NPN or PNP and what about the voltages those switches,the proximity works,I find a big difference in working current...
    NPN = normally closed. Basic Amazon ones work fine for general homing / limits (around £7 each)

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    Quote Originally Posted by Chaz View Post
    NPN = normally closed. Basic Amazon ones work fine for general homing / limits (around £7 each)
    Thanks for the reply!
    Do I have to use mechanical switches also,I am a little bit confused.:-(

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    Quote Originally Posted by Nickhofen View Post
    Thanks for the reply!
    Do I have to use mechanical switches also,I am a little bit confused.:-(
    Nope, either or.

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    Mount the stepper motor on the Z axis,slowly growing...
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    The mail man drop a package this Tuesday !
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    Quote Originally Posted by Nickhofen View Post
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    Wooohooo :D

    Nice!

    Also good to see progress. I like the motormount, how did you cut it ? :)

    About the circuit diagram.. do you want minimal but good or somewhat more elaborate?

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