MegaPi Pro Encoder/DC Motor Driver

Overview

MegaPi Pro Encoder/DC Motor Driver can drive two DC motors or one encoder motor. It adopts the 2 × 8 pin connection mode and thus can be easily mounted on MegaPi Pro.

Technical specifications

• Motor driver: MP80495
• Number of motor channels: 2
• Minimum operating voltage: 6V
• Maximum operating voltage: 12V
• Logical voltage: 5V
• Rated operating current of each channel: 3A
• Peak operating current: 5.5A
• Dimensions: 30 mm x 15 mm (width × height)

Features

• Supports motors with the operating voltage range of 6V to 12V
• Provides a maximum operating current of 3A when the power supply is 12V
• Equipped with overvoltage, overcurrent, and overtemperature protection, which ensures safe application
• Able to drive an encoder drive (using the white interface) or two DC drivers (using the green interface)
• Equipped with a colored socket and plug that prevent plugging mistakes
• Provides the transient voltage suppressor (TVS) protection on the encoder motor dirver
• Small in volume and thus easy to replace

Connection