Hi, my name is Tino,
I have tried to answer the question myself, but I want to make sure if there is another way and maybe you can help me as I was stuck.
I am building a machine that uses a Duet 3 Mini 5+ as the mainboard with an expansion 2+ and an expansion 1HCL.
Now, my question is regarding the number of stepper motors. However, I need 14 slots for sensors (11 endstops + 3 control/trigger buttons). Am I correct in assuming that I need an additional board for the number of IO pins required?
The hardware being used includes 7 stepper motors, 1 CL stepper motor, and 1 hobby servo. It might be important to mention that I do not need any heating plates or other thermal functions of the board.
With the 3 Mini 5+, Exp. 2+, and Exp. 1HCL, I can operate all the steppers, but there is no space for the sensors, is that correct?
Would I then need to switch to 2x Mini 5+, Exp. 1HCL to accommodate the sensors, or even 1x 6HC + 1x Mini 5+?
Maybe one of you can help me with my project.
Best regards, Tino