CNC Stepper Motor Controller (Driver Needed), PEMENOL DC 5-30V, 1/128 Microstep Resolution, Adjustable Speed, Angle, Delay & Direction, LCD Display – Compatible with NEMA 17/23 Motors

I rather like this little controller. There might be better ones out there. They're probably are. But in terms of bang for your buck. This gets the job done. I'm not trying to drive anything large. A very small spindle on and engraver. And this performs beautifully. On my setup the pwm is much too noisy to drive the spindle. That is the spindle generates a lot of noise as a result of the pwm. But attached to this controller it's flawless and silent. It's easy enough to set the configuration switch off switch it back on it takes a minute to learn the controls. But it's very simple.

Easy and simple unit for controlling a Nema17/23 stepper motor. This unit is only a controller and not a motor Driver. I'm using it with the TB6600 motor driver which was easy to setup. I wanted a controller that was easy to set up, had a fairly good range of control options and did not require programming a microcontroller such as an Arduino. Note: This unit can be used with an Arduino as it has a UART.

I used this with the EASON CNC Stepper Motor Driver DM556 (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08RHLDZD5?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details) and a stepper motor I had in my stock of motors. It worked great and was easy to setup and use. The real bonus is that the device has a ttl serial interface that uses Modbus RTU so you can set any of the 13 parameters remotely (see my answer by searching "serial" in the Q&A section). Be sure to use a ttl-to-RS232 adapter like this one: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LPK0Z9A?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_detailsI have several home automation projects in mind for this device but have not decided which one to do first. I will post an updated review once I have a project completed.

Had it working immediately to control the back-gauge of a press brake. Wish the F01-P01 was smoother when using the knob. It's very jerky and will sometimes stall the stepper. Using the P02 is the next best function for my use. Sometimes it will miss the deceleration so will come to a hard stop. Not a bad little controller if you just want to mess with steppers. A good unit. If those two problems I mentioned were resolved, I'd give it 5/5.

the instructions were a little confusing - but I don't do great with directions so take that for what its worth. lot of functions and I will probably purchase more of these for other projects. it does Knob following and drives per programmed steps with delays and repeats so use your imagination. Acceleration can be set - I was able to rotate a nema 17 far faster than any other way I have driven a stepper - other than high end PLC drives

While this little device is useful, and does, after a fashion, work as described, the execution of its manufacture needs improvement. The basic functions of control, i.e. 'pul' 'en', 'dir' are brought out of the board with a connector and cable, good, BUT.... several important functions are left marginally available. The 'com' 'stop' 'cw' and 'ccw' are part of the circuit board that is mounted and needs to have the connections soldered, somehow...... disappointing. Yes, it can be made to work, but it is a pain in the ass to do so. So come on and finish your design and charge an extra buck and make all of the makers using your board a lot more satisfied.

Does not work. Smelled like smoke when connected properly.

These are robust little modules that do almost anything that I would like to do with a small stepper motor. Very configurable for speed, steps, etc. Much simpler and cheaper than an arduino lashup. Used one to with a geared stepper to drive the long axis of my metal lathe as a power feed. Easily configured to get the speed and feed required. Very cost effective and final product looks good.