Laser Engraver Forum

Hello,
I am considering buying a Opt Laser PLH3D-XT-50 to mount on my hobby 100x100cm CNC machine. Before I buy it, I would like to make sure that I can connect it to my drivers board. I have a basic "DB25 1205" board. I know that pin 17 provides a PWM signal. Can I connect the "PLH3D-CNC adapter" that comes with the laser to this pin? The DB25 1205 board does not have 12V, so I will use a separate external power supply. Will the laser work in this way, or do I need to connect it differently?

Thanks for the answers.

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