CircuitPython is a derivative of MicroPython designed to simplify experimentation and education on low-cost microcontrollers. It makes it easier than ever to get prototyping by requiring no upfront desktop software downloads. Simply copy and edit files on the CIRCUITPY drive to iterate.
Content Summary:
– The guide provides instructions on how to convert an IKEA lazy susan into a motorized turntable for displaying objects.
– It details the process of integrating the TMC2209 stepper driver with the Adafruit KB2040 and programming it using CircuitPython.
Adafruit Products Used:
– The Adafruit KB2040, a powerful microcontroller board based on the Raspberry Pi RP2040 chip, is used as the brain of the project. [Adafruit KB2040](https://www.adafruit.com/product/5302)
– CircuitPython, Adafruit’s version of Python for microcontrollers, is utilized for programming the KB2040 to control the motorized turntable. [CircuitPython](https://circuitpython.org/board/adafruit_kb2040/)
– The guide incorporates the TMC2209 stepper driver, which is not an Adafruit product, hence no link is provided.
Read more at Motorized Turntable
TMC2209 Driver:
https://www.adafruit.com/product/6121
KB2040:
https://www.adafruit.com/product/5302
1.3in OLED:
https://www.adafruit.com/product/938
Rotary Encoder STEMMA QT
https://www.adafruit.com/product/5880
MPM3610 5V Buck Converter
https://www.adafruit.com/product/4739
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