L293D Motor Driver Shield

Description

L293D Motor Driver Shield: Effortless Motor Control for Arduino! 🛠️🚀

The L293D Motor Driver Shield is a versatile, plug-and-play board designed to simplify motor control in Arduino projects. Built around the L293D dual H-bridge IC, this shield lets you drive two DC motors (bidirectional) or one stepper motor (unipolar/bipolar) with precise speed and direction control. With built-in thermal shutdown, over-current protection, and compatibility with Arduino Uno/Mega, it’s perfect for robotics, automation, and DIY electronics.

Key Features:

✅ Dual DC Motor Control: Drive two DC motors (up to 600mA per motor) independently.
✅ Stepper Motor Support: Control 4-wire or 6-wire stepper motors (unipolar/bipolar).
✅ Arduino Compatibility: Stacks directly onto Arduino Uno/Mega boards with no wiring hassles.
✅ Onboard Voltage Regulation: Includes a 5V regulator to power logic circuits.
✅ External Motor Power: Use a separate 6V–12V power supply for motors (via terminal block).
✅ Protection Features:

• Thermal shutdown to prevent overheating.
• Flyback diodes to protect against voltage spikes.
  ✅ Extra Pins: Breakout pins for servos, sensors, or other peripherals.

Pin Connections (Arduino Uno):

Technical Specifications:

• Motor Voltage: 6V–12V DC (external supply)
• Logic Voltage: 5V (regulated from Arduino or external)
• Max Current per Motor: 600mA (continuous), 1.2A (peak)
• PWM Support: Speed control via PWM pins (D3, D5, D6, D9, D10, D11)
• Dimensions: Matches Arduino Uno footprint

Wiring Guide:

1. Stack the Shield: Plug the shield directly onto your Arduino Uno/Mega.
2. Power Motors: Connect a 6V–12V DC supply to the shield’s terminal block (Vin and GND).
3. Connect Motors: Attach motors to the M1 (OUT1/OUT2) and M2 (OUT3/OUT4) terminals.
4. Optional Peripherals: Use the servo headers or breakout pins for sensors.

Sample Code (DC Motor Control):

// Control two DC motors with PWM speed  
#include <AFMotor.h>  

AF_DCMotor motor1(1);  // Motor 1 on M1  
AF_DCMotor motor2(2);  // Motor 2 on M2  

void setup() {  
  motor1.setSpeed(200);  // 0-255 PWM  
  motor2.setSpeed(200);  
}  

void loop() {  
  motor1.run(FORWARD);  
  motor2.run(BACKWARD);  
  delay(2000);  
  motor1.run(RELEASE);  // Stop  
  motor2.run(RELEASE);  
  delay(1000);  
}

Applications:

🤖 Robotics: Build wheeled robots, robotic arms, or drones.
🏎️ RC Vehicles: Control cars, boats, or tracked vehicles.
🏭 Automation: Drive conveyor belts, actuators, or DIY CNC machines.
🎮 Interactive Projects: Create motorized art installations or games.

Why Choose the L293D Shield?

• No Wiring Hassles: Stack-and-play design saves time and reduces errors.
• Beginner-Friendly: Pre-soldered terminals and clear pin labels.
• Expandable: Use breakout pins to add sensors, servos, or displays.
• Robust Protection: Built-in diodes and thermal safety for reliable operation.

Package Includes:

1x L293D Motor Driver Shield

Order Now and Power Your Motors with Ease! ⚡

Ideal for makers, educators, and engineers, the L293D Motor Driver Shield combines simplicity and power for all your motor control needs. Grab yours today and bring motion to your Arduino projects! 🌟