docs:blox:connect-stepper-motors

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2.5 Connecting BLOX to Stepper Motors

IMPORTANT WARNING: Note: Never connect/disconnect motors to a powered-up controller. Always turn off power before connecting/disconnecting accessories to/from your BLOX

2.5.1 Wiring

Note: The color codes shown below only apply to OpenBuilds Motors. Refer to FAQ: Identify Motor coils to identify the coil pairs or if you have issues with motors not working correctly.
BLOX Terminal Device
A+ Coil 1
A- Coil 1
B- Coil 2
B+ Coil 2
Wiring NEMA 17 Motors Wiring NEMA 23 Motors

2.5.2 Configuration

2.5.2.1 grblHAL/CONTROL

Make sure to set grblHAL settings (CONTROL > Grbl Settings Tab)

  • $140=xx X-Axis Motor Current (Set appropriate current for stepper motors in use)
  • $141=xx Y-Axis Motor Current (Set appropriate current for stepper motors in use)
  • $4=0 ;Step direction invert = disabled (Required)
  • $1=255 Step idle delay = set to always enabled (Recommended, keeps motors locked to maintain position)
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