L293D DC Motor Driver Shield

Specifications:

Chip: L293D Motor Driver IC
Voltage Range: 4.5V to 36V
Current: 600mA per channel (Peak: 1.2A)
Control Pins: 4 per motor (IN1, IN2, IN3, IN4)
Motor Channels: 2 (can control 2 DC motors or 1 stepper motor)
PWM Control: Supports Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) for motor speed control

Special Features:

Dual H-Bridge: The L293D chip contains two H-bridge circuits, allowing the control of two motors simultaneously.
Bidirectional Control: Motors can be driven forward or reverse, enabling easy direction control.
Built-in Diodes: Provides protection against back EMF (electromotive force) generated by the motors.
Stackable Design: Can be stacked on top of an Arduino board, allowing for expansion with additional shields.

Wiring Connections:

Motor A:
- . Connect motor wires to the M1 terminals.
- . Control the motor with IN1 and IN2 pins.
- . Enable the motor using the ENA pin.
Motor B:
- . Connect motor wires to the M2 terminals.
- . Control the motor with IN3 and IN4 pins.
- . Enable the motor using the ENB pin.
Power:
- . Connect external motor power supply to the VCC terminal.
- . Connect ground to the GND terminal.
Arduino:
- . Connect IN1, IN2, IN3, and IN4 to Arduino digital pins.
- . Connect ENA and ENB to Arduino PWM pins for speed control.

Original price was: ৳ 260.00.Current price is: ৳ 230.00.

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Specification

Overview

Power:

Operating Voltage: 4.5V to 36V (for the motors)
Logic Voltage: 5V (from the Arduino)
Current: Up to 600mA per channel; peak current of 1.2A per channel for short durations

Input and Output:

Inputs:
- . Control inputs from the Arduino (IN1, IN2, IN3, IN4)
- . PWM inputs for speed control (ENA, ENB)
- . External power input for motors (VCC, GND)
Outputs:
- . Motor A and Motor B terminals for connecting DC motors
- . Signal outputs to control the motors’ direction and speed

Physical Characteristics:

Dimensions: around 70mm x 55mm
Weight: Light, generally around 20-30 grams
Mounting Holes: Standardized holes for easy mounting to other components or casings
Connector Type: Screw terminals for motors and headers for control pins

Technical Specifications:

Motor Voltage: 4.5V to 36V
Motor Current: 600mA per channel (1.2A peak)
Logic Voltage: 5V (from Arduino)
Control Method: Digital signals for direction, PWM for speed
Operating Temperature: -25°C to 80°C

Additional Features:

Protection Diodes: Protects the driver IC from back EMF damage.
PWM Speed Control: Allows precise speed control of the motors using Arduino PWM outputs.
Stackable Header Pins: Easily stack on top of an Arduino board without needing additional wiring.
Jumper Settings: Can be configured to use Arduino’s 5V power or an external power source.

How to Use:

Mount the Shield:

- . Stack the Motor Shield L293D onto an Arduino board, ensuring all header pins align.

Connect Motors:

- . Attach the wires of two DC motors to the M1 and M2 terminals on the shield.

Power Supply:

- . Connect an external power source to the VCC and GND terminals if motors require more power than the Arduino can supply.

Wiring to Arduino:

- . Connect IN1, IN2, IN3, and IN4 to Arduino digital pins.
- . Connect ENA and ENB to PWM-capable Arduino pins.

Upload Code:

- . Write or upload code to the Arduino to control the motors, using digitalWrite for direction and analogWrite for speed control.

Test and Adjust:

- . Power up the system and test motor control. Adjust PWM values in the code to change motor speeds as needed.

This Motor Shield L293D is a versatile and reliable solution for controlling multiple motors in your projects, offering easy integration with Arduino and other microcontrollers for robotics and automation applications.