Introduction to the OpenBuilds BLOX Features
- a) USB-C Socket: For connecting your BLOX, to your Computer. Can be used for firmware updates and communications.
- b) System Buttons:
- Reset: Reboots the Interface
- Mode: Can be used to put the BLOX into Bootloader mode for firmware updates via the USB-C Port, and also accessible as a user input button for custom firmware
- c) SD Card: Used for Data Logging and File Storage for access from your custom firmware
- d) UART: 3.3v Serial Port
- e) Switched Outputs: MOSFET switched Outputs, 12-30v (Same as input voltage), Max 2A. Can be used with PWM or On/Off control.
- f) 2x Switch / Limits Inputs: Used for connected limit switches for homing, or can also be used as filtered inputs for panel switches or external devices like relay based sensors
- g) 2x Stepper Motors Outputs: Used for connecting Stepper motors
- h) Servo Port: Used for connecting RC Servos
- i) Power Input: 12-30V power Input. DC Barrel connector is Center-positive. Double check polarity before connection
- j) Beeper: Used for notifications and alerts from your firmware
- k) RGB LED Port: Used for connecting an WS2812 based RGB LED Strip, Circle and Matrix.
- l) I2C Bus: Used for connection of Sensors and Modules
- m) SPI Bus: Used for connection of Sensors and Modules
- n) GPIO Pins: Used for connection of Sensors and Modules