Description - The MP-02 Handheld Pendant provides a convienent and simple solution to CNC remote control. It is designed to make the man-machine interface safer, easier and is compatible with the popular Mach3 CNC control software or any Modbus controller interface. The MP-02 Pendant incorporates the following features;
- 100ppr Manual Pulse Generator (MPG)
- 4 position Axis selector Switch
- 3 position step scale selector.
- Enable Push Button
- Emergency Stop Switch
- LED Status Indicator
The MP-02 Pendant may be interfaced via a 2nd Parallel port or via the ModIO or other Modbus device.
MACH3 Pendant Features
Jogging -When used in conjunction with Mach3, the pendant provides Multi-Step jogging. The multi-Step jogging provides accurate distance movement of the selected axis and has 3 selectable jog increments. The pendant caters for 4 axes, selectable via a rotary switch.
Enable Button - The enable button is required to be pressed in order for the pendant controls to operate. This safety feature avoids inadvertently activating the pendant.
Axis Selector Switch - The switch caters for 4 axes and also includes an Off position to allow for other forms of jogging.
Jog Increment Switch - This switch selects the increment size.
Emergency Stop Switch - The pendant includes an Emergency stop switch .
Pendant Specification:Note: The pendant has a DB25 Male connector on the lead. The connector can
NOT be plugged directly into a parallel or serial port and must by wired into a breakout board or ModIO.
The Pendant connector pin assignments are as shown below.
Click to join modio
