Description

The Mega2560 CNC Shield Kit is an all-in-one solution designed for 3D printing, CNC, and other advanced applications. The kit includes the RAMPS 1.4 board, a Mega2560 board, 5x DRV8825 stepper motor drivers with 5x heatsinks, and a cable for the Mega2560. This modular design ensures ease of use, maintenance, and future upgrades, making it perfect for enthusiasts and professionals alike. With a robust platform based on Arduino Mega, this kit provides all the essential features for building Cartesian robots, extruders, and more.

Why Choose the Mega2560 CNC Shield Kit?

Offering unparalleled versatility and reliability, the Mega2560 CNC Shield Kit is tailored for seamless integration into RepRap and other custom projects. The inclusion of DRV8825 drivers ensures high-performance stepper motor control with micro-stepping capabilities for precise movements. Its modular structure and compatibility with various Arduino expansion boards provide the flexibility to adapt to evolving project needs.

Key Features

Comprehensive Kit: Includes RAMPS 1.4 board, Mega2560, 5x DRV8825 drivers with heatsinks, and a Mega2560 cable.
Advanced Motor Control: DRV8825 drivers support up to 1/32 micro-stepping, delivering smooth and accurate motor operation.
Modular Design: Allows for easy maintenance, part replacement, and upgrades.
Efficient Thermal Management: Each driver includes a heatsink for improved heat dissipation.
Expandable Connectivity:

• Supports 5 stepper motor outputs, including a customizable fifth output for a Z-axis motor or second extruder.
• 12C and SPI pins reserved for additional expansions.
• SD card compatibility with Kliment’s Sdramps.

Robust Power Handling:

• 3 MOSFET-controlled heater/fan outputs with a 3A rating.
• 11A fuse for heated bed control.
• Field-effect transistors for efficient and reliable performance.

LED Indicators: Visual feedback for heater outputs.
Arduino Mega Platform: Uses the powerful Mega2560 board, capable of supporting complex configurations.

Technical Specifications

Board: RAMPS 1.4.
Microcontroller: Mega2560 clone (open-source design, high-quality build).
Stepper Drivers: DRV8825 (5 included), supporting up to 1.5A per phase without additional cooling (up to 2.2A with cooling).
Micro-Stepping: Full step, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/16, 1/32.
Voltage: Input voltage should not exceed 12V for the RAMPS board.
Connectivity: Supports multiple expansion options via 12C and SPI pins.
Protection: Built-in 500mA self-recovery fuse and 11A fuse for additional safety.

The Mega2560 CNC Shield Kit combines powerful features with modular expandability, ensuring you have everything you need to bring your creative projects to life. Perfect for CNC machines, 3D printers, and advanced robotic systems, it offers reliable performance and effortless integration.