Electrical and Wiring
- Mark Funderburk
https://github.com/precision-sustainable-ag/BBv3-CEE
External Wiring Block Diagram
Limit Switches
Inductive proximity switches are used to detect the end of available travel on the bench bot, there are four installed, 2 on the X axis and 2 on the Z axis.
The device that all BenchBots use is the PNK6-CN-4H
Carriage Electrical Enclosure (CEE)
This IP 66 stainless steel enclosure is mounted to the X axis carriage. It contains the drive electronics for the X & Z axis, as well as support electronics and electrical systems for the payload. A custom laser cut connector plate is added to the bottom to provide a robust way of attaching the various bulkhead connectors in the system.
This page will contain design and manufacturing information related to this subsystem.
Major components include:
ClearCore Controller
Network Switch
Mini PC
DC-DC Converters
Power Distribution
E-Stop Relays
Block Diagram
External Connections
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Internal Component Layout
ClearPath Power Distribution Board Pinout