Is the BlackBox X32 going to be able to do automatic tool changes?

 

I would be very happy to see a semi automatic tool change. I'm hoping for the kind of thing where you make one gcode file and control would prompt you to change the tool and then automatically measure the offset and carry on with the job.

 

I'm having a couple issues with my X32. My 0-10V range is actually 7.2 to 12.3 (S0 to S24000) and thats at the bottom of the adjustment range. Also, I cannot seem to connect to the controller via network. All the network options are set correctly, except $73 which doesn't display a figure regardless of setting $73=1

 

Hi, I have been running the old black box with Super PID. Using PWM and on/off changed to dir pin and dir pin reversed in config.h. Worked great. What changes/new connections do I need to make with the X32? Wiring and firmware-wise? Thanks.

 

cool. On initial setup, without restoring previous grbl settings from the old BB, the new tool pin in place of the old dir pin, X32 "tool on" LED is off, and Super PID is in a 5000rpm (min rpm) tool run state at startup. Meaning the tool pin on X32 needs reversal I presume. If I execute a tool on command from OBControl, the tool on light comes on, and the super PID shuts off. Will that need a config.h edit and compile? Or is there a $ command? Can you clarify the function of $7? Thanks.

 

I have some issues with my Y axis constantly going into overload on the X32. Is there any more information from the unit as to why it may have gone into overload? I had the same issues with the factory GRBL controller board I was running; I'm starting to think the stepper might have an issue?

 

Sorry if this has been discussed, but do you connect to WIFI. I entered in SSID and pw in firmware settings but it will not connect.

 

I have tried a different network with different SSID and PW. It will not find it nor give the X32 a wifi address. I was able to connect one time to the ESP32 via web interface. But the unit will not connect via wifi, nor can I search via bluetooth. Also on a side note, should I start a new thread, I realized I hijacked this one. Thank you. I have not completed hooked it up to my machine just give it power and USB to try and connect. Worried about bugs with my current blackbox does work and I need the machine.

 

Thanks, $16=1 is correct for super PID run/stop. This eliminates the need for the manual firmware edit that was necessary on the 4X controller. "RUN" on computer (non manual) control set-up superPID connects to "TOOL" on X32, PWM to PWM, ground appropriately. I gotta say, for a non-coder, filling in the steps between "turn computer on" and "uncomment this line in config.h using a text editor and compile" was a bit of a trial. This is much easier. Thanks again.

 

I checked the $$ and it does have an IP address and it connected to my network, however I cannot connect to the X32, either via bluetooth or WIFI. USB Only

 

I deleted and reset everything again, and Now it is connecting via wifi. Not sure why.

 

I am currently on newest OB control, could it be an OB. I can connect and see X32 via web settings in a browser. I'm a little lost an frustrated. Is there better documentation somewhere I can read?
When it intermit will connect, cannot access SD card or find a way to connect via Bluetooth.

 

So Wifi is not a good way to go? This is the primary reason I purchased it at this time. I have a USB cord running from my computer to machine across a gap and I occasionally trip on it, so I was hoping WIFI would take care of this problem.

 

I have the interface. Currently I use interface to control the machine but Control software to load file and actually start machine. I dont like the 8 char limit for naming on interface. USB to Interface from computer. I was looking for a way to eliminate the usb Cable. I need the USB to power the interface for wifi to connect to machine to start file. I pretty much just use it as a pendant to set up and move.
Will the new X32 provide enough power to interface to power up the WIFI, the blackbox does not.

 

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1.57, I will look at retrofit

 

wifi works without usb on interface now. Thank you. no way to bypass the naming limitation on interface usb uploads?

 

Hi has anyone else found that relay 1 is wired to Normally closed pin and not normally open pin as the manual for blackbox x32, please see pics attached

Thanks David