1. What's in the Box: Conversion Kit Advanced

This article walks you through exactly what you should expect when opening your PwnCNC Conversion Kit – Advanced. The Advanced kit arrives more integrated than the Core kit, but it is still designed to adapt to many different CNC machines. Some things will look finished, some will not, and that is intentional.

If you are coming from a stock CNC control box, this will feel like a major upgrade. If you are coming from the Core kit documentation, think of this as the same foundation with more of the wiring already handled for you.

First Things First

The Conversion Kit Advanced is a prewired electronics system, not a drop-in appliance. It is designed to reduce wiring complexity and future expansion headaches, while still allowing flexibility for different machines and layouts.

You should expect:

More connectors and labeled ports
Fewer loose signal wires
Clear paths for future upgrades like ATC and rotary
Some unused connectors, by design

Unused ports do not mean missing parts.

Vital Components You Should See

MASSO G3 Touch Controller (PwnCNC-Branded)

Advanced-level firmware preinstalled
Tested and powered on before shipment
Ready for probe, tool setter, spindle, rotary, and ATC support

This controller is the same platform used in our Dominator Pro machines.

Prewired Inlets Panel

This is the most visually distinct part of the Advanced kit.

You will see labeled connections for:

XYZ Probe
Tool Setter
Spindle and Chiller
Rotary Axis
ATC System (future upgrade ready)

Not all ports will be used on day one. That is normal.

These ports are prewired internally to the MASSO controller to:

Reduce installation time
Minimize wiring mistakes
Standardize layouts across machines

Closed-Loop Stepper Motors (4 Total)

You will receive:

(3) identical motors for X and dual-Y axes
(1) Z-axis motor with integrated electric brake

The Z motor will have additional wiring for the brake. This is required for safe vertical axis control and is already supported in the Advanced firmware.

PwnCNC Power Box

Includes a 36V power supply
Accepts either 110V or 220V AC input adjustable using switch on the side
Preassembled and tested

This enclosure is sized to support the controller, motors, and expansion features of the Advanced kit.

Double-Shielded Stepper Motor Cables

Dual-layer shielding for improved EMI resistance
Terminated and labeled for each axis

Important note:

Shield drains are present but may not yet be bonded to earth
Final grounding depends on your machine and spindle setup

This is intentional and covered later in grounding documentation.

Proximity Homing Switches (x4)

Inductive proximity sensors
Prewired leads
Universal mounting style

Mounting brackets are not preinstalled because every CNC frame is different. We provide bracket designs when needed.

Things That May Look “Unused” but Are Correct

Unconnected Inlets

If you are not installing:

A tool setter
An XYZ probe
A rotary
An ATC

Those ports will remain unused. Do not remove or modify them.

They are there so you do not have to rewire the controller later.

Extra Cable Length

Cables are intentionally longer than required.

Do not cut them for if you do you will need to resolder aircraft connectors dramatically increasing installation complexity.

No External Relay Module

Some older photos show an external relay module.

That was a limited-time inclusion and is no longer part of the Advanced kit. All required functionality is handled internally.

Differences You’ll Notice vs the Core Kit

Compared to the Core kit, the Advanced kit includes:

Prewired inlets panel
Cleaner signal routing
Built-in support for accessories
Less direct wiring into the controller

Motion performance is the same. The difference is integration, expansion, and convenience.

Before You Start Installing

Before mounting anything:

Inventory all major components
Identify the Z motor with brake
Review which inlet ports you plan to use now vs later
Leave unused connectors alone

If something appears damaged or truly missing, stop and contact support before proceeding.

Once you’ve confirmed everything is present, continue to:

Start Here: Conversion Kit Overview & Install Flow
or
Conversion Kit Advanced Wiring Overview

Need Help?

📩 [email protected]
📞 479-480-4337

If something looks confusing, that usually means it’s covered in the next article. If it still doesn’t make sense, ask. We would rather answer early than undo wiring later.