L293D Motor Driver Shield for Arduino Uno R3 – DC, Stepper & Servo Motor Control
Product Overview
L293D Motor Driver Shield for Arduino Uno R3 supports DC motors, stepper motors and servo motors for robotics, automation and DIY electronics projects.
Description
L293D Motor Driver Shield for Arduino Uno R3 – DC, Stepper & Servo Motor Control
The L293D Motor Driver Shield for Arduino Uno R3 is a versatile motor control expansion board designed to simplify the control of DC motors, stepper motors and servo motors using an Arduino Uno R3. Based on the L293D dual H-Bridge motor driver IC, this shield provides an easy plug-and-play solution for robotics, automation and educational electronics projects.
The shield can independently control up to 4 DC motors, 2 stepper motors, or 2 servo motors, making it suitable for robot cars, robotic arms, conveyor systems, CNC prototypes and STEM learning. It is fully compatible with the Arduino Motor Shield library (AFMotor Library), allowing quick integration into Arduino projects with minimal programming effort.
Key Features
- Based on L293D dual H-Bridge motor driver IC
- Direct plug-and-play shield for Arduino Uno R3
- Controls up to 4 DC motors
- Supports 2 stepper motors
- Supports 2 servo motors
- Independent motor control
- PWM speed control
- Forward and reverse motor rotation
- External motor power input
- Stackable shield design
- Compatible with AFMotor Library
- Ideal for robotics and automation projects
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | L293D Motor Driver Shield |
| Driver IC | 2 × L293D |
| Compatible Board | Arduino Uno R3 |
| DC Motor Support | Up to 4 DC Motors |
| Stepper Motor Support | Up to 2 Stepper Motors |
| Servo Motor Support | Up to 2 Servo Motors |
| Logic Voltage | 5V |
| Motor Supply Voltage | 4.5V – 25V DC |
| Maximum Output Current | 600mA per Channel (1.2A Peak) |
| Motor Control | PWM Speed & Direction |
| Interface | Arduino Shield |
Applications
Ideal for:
- Arduino Robotics
- Robot Car Projects
- Robotic Arms
- Stepper Motor Control
- DC Motor Control
- Servo Motor Projects
- STEM Education
- CNC Prototypes
- Automation Systems
- Smart Robots
- DIY Electronics
- Engineering Projects
Package Includes
- 1 × L293D Motor Driver Shield for Arduino Uno R3
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Which Arduino boards are compatible with this shield?
The shield is designed primarily for the Arduino Uno R3 and is also compatible with other Arduino boards that share the same shield layout.
How many motors can this shield control?
It can control up to 4 DC motors, 2 stepper motors, or 2 servo motors, depending on your project requirements.
What motor driver IC does this shield use?
The shield uses two L293D dual H-Bridge motor driver ICs for motor control.
Does this shield require an external power supply?
Yes. For most motor applications, an external power supply is recommended to provide stable current without overloading the Arduino board.
Is this shield suitable for robotics projects?
Yes. It is widely used in robot cars, robotic arms, automation systems and educational robotics projects.