@zander Ron, I understand your concerns and they are certainly a reality. However, the environment we have is significantly different than that of a...

@will My understanding is that since the Hall switch is electronic there is essentially no bounce. I had the same question and went looking for the an...

@ronbentley1 Ron, in this case that's exactly what I wanted to happen in order to stop the stepper. The pin gets reset when the magnet is removed so t...

@ronbentley1 Ron, I think you are right as to the photocell being a better choice. I've already ordered a few to play with. You are also right in the ...

@will Hi will. I'm planning on using a belt. This mechanism will need to travel around three feet, possibly a little more. I figure a lead screw that ...

@zander Hi Ron, I would be glad to when it's finalized - if ever.... 🤣 The original project was "inspired" by the YouTube video below. As usual, I ...

@zander Ron, my understanding is essentially the same as yours with one difference. As I understand them, Hall switches pull the pin to ground when a ...

Hi Will, If you are talking about the interrupt pin that the switch is attached to, no I haven't. I have assumed, and possibly incorrectly, that the...

Hi Louis, Thanks for the reply and links. I had looked at reed switches and photoelectric sensors and had decided on the Hall's as being, potentiall...

Hi Ron, Yes, I got the starter kit and then lost interest in the simple projects that are amusing, but not all that useful. I always seem to dive in...

@will I expect that I will! It's been a little frustrating at times, but I'm having fun. I'm hoping this forum will help a little on the frustration e...