Hi All, I have almost completed my first CNC build now using an xPro V5 with HY VFD, a 1.5kw spindle, but have run into an issue with controlling the spindle from the xPro V5 via the HY VFD. I am able to control the spindle directly from the VFD, I can start, speed it up, I can slow it down and stop etc. All of my stepper motors and limit switches work fine via the xPro V5 (I have been using CNCjs software to control the machine). However I cannot get the spindle to respond via the xPro V5. I have been trying for 2 days now to get it to work. It will not spin. I have flipped the switch on the xPro V5 from EN/PMW over to RS485. I have connected the RS485 A pin on the xPro V5 to RS+ on the VFD I have connected the RS485 B pin on the xPro V5 to RS- on the VFD I have programmed the VFD with the following settings: PD001 = 2 PD002 = 2 PD163 = 1 PD164 = 1 PD165 = 3 I have entered the following into CNCjs: $spindle/type=huanyang (I have also tried H2A) This is what I see: > $spindle/type=huanyang Ok I do not get any other messages. I was expecting to see some kind of confirmation of connectivity. I get no error messages. If I enter “M3 8000” or try to start the spindle using CNCjs M3 buttons nothing happens. I have checked the cabling and used a multimeter to check for continuity. The RS485 cable is not near the Spindle cable. I don’t think it is any kind of electrical/ magnetic interference because the comms do not seem to be working, and the spindle does not start. Do I need to change the jumper in the VCD from the way it was shipped? The jumper block is currently connecting the right and middle pin. Have I missed a setting? Is there anything you can suggest? Please help ☹ Thanks in advance.
recheck the jumper info. i missed that putting my 2.2kw unit together a few weeks ago and took mw a good while to work out what I missed.
This is exactly exactly my issue as well. Have you made any progress so far? I would love an update, thanks! Cheers.
I had a call with Lee the day he posted this and is yet to get an answer if I resolved his issue. Although I'm certain the build/info from his supplier is incorrect. I suggested not using the 460 cable connx and wire the VFD using the outputs from the V5. If you need help or aren't sure. Gimme a call 0459451445
Hi All, I am currently in discussions with the supplier. I have performed a lot of tests that they instructed me to carry out. I currently believe that there is an issue with the xPro V5. Apparently the xPro V5 is supposed to make a clicking sound when you send it an M3 and an M5 signal (if connected to the VFD). Mine makes no sound at all. Also, when I send an M3 signal, I detect no voltage at the Toolhead port. The voltage should vary depending on the speed, e.g. M3 S5000, M3 S15000 etc. They aslo instructed me to open the xPro V5 to check if there is a jumer connected near the RELAY port, there should be, and on mine there is. I will update as soon as I have any more info.
Here is a photo showing my jumper circled. No, I wanted to make sure I get feedback from the supplier first. I didn't want to risk them not giving me a replacement if there was a hardware issue. Is there something in the macro that you think might make a difference?
After more discussion with Cory I have got this working. I used the TOOLHEAD and RELAY port, but I also had to set the xPro V5 to $spindle/type=PWM. You are a hero Cory. Two months since I started my build and finally I can control my spindle from the xPro V5
As mentioned I've helped Lee with his issue Zac. Flick me a message as above and I'll send you the wiring rework and commands to change
