Hardware
Different pieces of hardware like servo motors, stepper motors or relays are handled very differently and therefore need special attention on how to connect them to the ESP32 microcontroller. We recommend using a connection PCB to reduce possible sources of errors and improve the adaptability of the setups.
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Name | Pay Attention to |
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camera | specific dev board, power supply, antenna, modification of focal plane |
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infoLED | NeoPixel LED(s), power supply, pin limitations |
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input | voltage levels, measurement requirements, pin limitations |
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macro | -- |
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output | voltage and current, pin limitations |
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servo | power supply, pin limitations |
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socket | -- |
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stepper | power supply, pin limitations |
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wifi | available network |
The connection PCB provides connectors that the supply voltage and ground are automatically routed to and makes sure suitable pins of the ESP32 are used for the specific tasks. They exclusively use THT components, enabling soldering in most setups.
Although safety was a core consideration, we do not guarantee suitability in all environments and setups, especially (but not limited to) controling higher voltages or power levels. Supervision by experienced personell is highly recommended.