The L293D Motor Driver Shield for Arduino is an integrated motor control solution designed to simplify the process of driving DC motors and stepper motors with Arduino microcontrollers. This shield features the popular L293D dual H-bridge motor driver IC, providing bidirectional control for up to four DC motors or two stepper motors. With its plug-and-play compatibility and user-friendly design, this shield is ideal for hobbyists, educators, and robotics enthusiasts looking to add motor control capabilities to their Arduino projects.
Upgrade your Arduino projects with motor control capabilities using the L293D Motor Driver Shield, and explore the possibilities of motion and automation in your DIY creations.
Description
Key Features:
Integrated Motor Driver: The shield features the L293D dual H-bridge motor driver IC, allowing bidirectional control of up to four DC motors or two stepper motors directly from an Arduino board.
Plug-and-Play Compatibility: Designed to fit directly onto Arduino Uno and compatible boards, the shield offers easy integration with Arduino projects without the need for complex wiring or soldering.
Versatile Motor Support: The shield supports a wide range of DC motors and stepper motors, making it suitable for various robotics, automation, and DIY electronics projects.
High Current Output: Each motor channel on the shield can deliver a continuous output current of up to 600mA (1.2A peak), providing sufficient power for driving small to medium-sized motors.
Onboard Voltage Regulation: The shield includes onboard voltage regulation circuitry, allowing it to operate from a wide range of input voltages (typically 4.5V to 36V), compatible with various power sources such as batteries, DC adapters, and USB power banks.
Convenient Terminal Blocks: The shield features screw terminal blocks for easy and secure connection of motor power and control signals, as well as headers for connecting external power sources and Arduino pins.
PWM Support: The shield supports pulse-width modulation (PWM) for speed control of DC motors, allowing users to adjust the motor speed dynamically using Arduino’s analog output pins.
Built-in Protection: The shield includes built-in diodes for flyback protection, ensuring safe operation and protection against voltage spikes generated by inductive loads during motor braking.
User-Accessible Pins: The shield exposes additional Arduino pins for accessing digital and analog I/O pins, enabling users to interface with other sensors, actuators, and peripherals in their projects.
Specifications:
Motor Channels: 4 (Dual H-Bridge Configuration)
Supported Motors: DC motors, Stepper motors
Operating Voltage: 4.5V – 36V
Output Current: Up to 600mA continuous per channel (1.2A peak)
L293D Motor Driver Shield for Arduino
