TB6600 Stepper Motor Driver SKU DRI0043 - Input current limiting resistor
Carl.Levick 2025-12-09 17:46:34 21 Views0 Replies Hi,
I would like to control an TB6600 Stepper Motor Driver SKU DRI0043 using 24Vdc signal inputs. The store where I bought the module says this is possible, however I found in the pdf manual that;
Common-Anode Connection: Connect PUL +, DIR + and EN + to the power supply of the control system. If the power supply is + 5V, it can be directly connected. If the power supply is more than+5V, the current limiting resistor R must be added externally. To ensure that the controller pin can output 8 ~ 15mA current to drive the internal optocoupler chip.
Common-Cathode Connection: Connect PUL -, DIR - and EN - to the ground terminal of the control system
6. FAQ
1.
Q: If the control signal is higher than 5V, how do I connect?
A: You need add a resistor in series
I wish to connect the system by the common cathode method. Does this mean that I do not need the limiting resistor?
If I do require the limiting resistor, how do I calculate the ideal resistor value and power rating required? And is this a resistor per input signal, i.e. one on DIR+, PUL+ and EN+?
Am I assuming standard ohms law will calculate the required value;
24V / 12mA = 2K @ 1/2W would be ok?
Thanks.

