Description:

The Cytron SHIELD-3AMOTOR 1.2A Dual Channel DC Motor Driver Shield is a versatile dual-channel DC motor driver shield designed for Arduino and compatible boards. It allows makers, hobbyists, and students to control two brushed DC motors independently, supporting a wide voltage range of 7V30V and delivering up to 1.2A continuous current per channel, making it ideal for small robotics, educational projects, and DIY automation systems.With a fully solid-state H-bridge design, the shield ensures efficient, fast, and reliable motor control without requiring a heatsink. Its bi-directional control enables precise speed and direction adjustment for each motor.

Specifications:

• Model: SHIELD-3AMOTOR
• Motor Voltage: 7V 30V DC
• Current Rating: 1.2A Continuous / 3A Peak per Channel
• Logic Level: 3.3V / 5V Compatible
• Motor Channels: 2 (Dual Brushed DC Motors)
• Current Rating: 1.2A Continuous / 3A Peak per Channel
• Driver IC: DRV8871
• Control Modes: Signed Magnitude, Locked Anti-Phase
• Extra Features: Quick-test switches, LSS05 connector, Stackable headers
• Protection: Current Limit Protection (No Polarity Protection)

Features:

• Dual-Channel Control: Drive two brushed DC motors independently with full Arduino compatibility.
• Wide Voltage Support: Operates with 7V30V motors, suitable for a variety of DC motor types.
• Current Handling: Provides 1.2A continuous and 3A peak per channel for medium-power robotics applications.
• Current Protection: Built-in current limiting safeguards motors and electronics during operation.
• Logic Compatibility: Works with 3.3V and 5V logic, compatible with most Arduino boards.
• Reliable Motor Driver IC: Uses DRV8871 for smooth, efficient, and precise motor control.
• Flexible Control Modes: Supports signed magnitude and locked anti-phase modes via DIP switches.
• Stackable Headers: Easy integration with additional Arduino shields for extended functionality.

Package Included:

1 x Cytron SHIELD-3AMOTOR 1.2A Dual Channel