Cytron Maker Drive Simplifying H-Bridge Motor Driver 1Amp 2.5-9.5V

Cytron Maker Drive Simplifying H-Bridge Motor Driver 1Amp 2.5-9.5V The Cytron MAKER-DRIVE is designed as an introductory H-Bridge motor driver with a core philosophy of simplification and accessibility. It aims to demystify the process of controlling motors for students, educators, and beginners in electronics and robotics by removing common points of failure and complexity associated with more advanced drivers. This driver prioritizes user experience through integrated testing features and clear visual feedback. It includes physical test buttons that allow users to operate each motor at full speed without a microcontroller, enabling quick hardware verification and troubleshooting. Status LEDs provide immediate visual indication of motor direction and board power, making the learning and debugging process intuitive. Understanding that beginners often make simple mistakes, the MAKER-DRIVE incorporates essential protection features. It is equipped with reverse polarity protection on its main power input, safeguarding the board from accidental battery connection errors. Furthermore, it includes built-in thermal shutdown that automatically disables the motor outputs if the internal temperature becomes excessive, preventing damage from overloads. Features: Dual-channel H-Bridge for controlling two DC motors or one stepper motor. Power Input Reverse Polarity Protection. Built-in Temperature Protection with automatic shutdown. Test Buttons for checking motor functionality without a microcontroller. Motor Status LEDs for visual feedback on direction and operation. Onboard 5V regulator provides a 200mA output to power a microcontroller. Simple Input Logic (PWM) for speed and direction control. Board Layout: Function Description Power Input Terminal Connect to battery. ●      VB    : Positive ●      VB-    : Negative Motor Output Terminal Connect to motor terminal. Motor direction depends on the polarity. Power LED Turn on when power up. Motor Status LEDs Turn on when the motor is running. ●      M1A / M2A  : Forward ●      M1B / M2B  : Backward Test Buttons Press to test the functionality of the motor driver. Motor will run at full speed. ●      M1A / M2A  : Forward ●      M1B / M2B  : Backward Input Signal & 5V Output Input signal from microcontroller to control the motor. 5V output can be used to power the microcontroller. ●      M1A  : PWM Input A for motor 1. ●      M1B  : PWM Input B for motor 1. ●      5VO   : DC 5V Output (Maximum 200mA) ●      GND  : Ground ●      M2A  : PWM Input A for motor 2. ●      M2B  : PWM Input B for motor 2. Specifications: Parameters Min Max Unit Power Input Voltage 2.5 9.5 VDC Maximum Motor Current (Per Channel) Continuous – 1 A Peak (< 5 seconds) – 1.5 A Logic Input Voltage (M1A, M1B, M2A, M2B) Low Level 0 0.5 V High Level 1.7 6 V PWM Frequency (Output frequency is same as input frequency) DC 20 KHz DC 5V Output Maximum Current – 200 mA Dimension: Interface: Connection Diagram for Brushed DC Motor: Input A (M1A / M2A) Input B (M1B / M2B) Output A (M1A / M2A) Output B (M1B / M2B) Motor Low Low Low Low Brake High Low High Low Forward* Low High Low High Backward* High High Hi-Z (Open) Hi-Z (Open) Coast Connection Diagram for Stepper Motor: Applications: Beginner Robotics Kits. Small Robotic Vehicles. Simple Animatronics. Educational Demonstrations. Small Conveyor Belts. Camera Pan-Tilt Mechanisms. Basic Automation Projects. Hobbyist Prototyping. Package Contents: 1x Maker Drive board Datasheet:  MAKER-DRIVE Datasheet Certificate: UKCA-EMC UKCA RoHS UK Declaration of Conformity EU Declaration of Conformity CE, ROHS, FCC 3D CAD: MAKER-DRIVE Official Reseller: Makers Electronics