L293D Motor Driver Shield

L293D Motor Driver Shield 

The L293D Motor Driver Shield is a versatile motor control expansion board designed for Arduino projects, allowing easy control of DC motors, stepper motors, and servo motors. Built around the reliable L293D dual H-Bridge motor driver IC, this shield enables bidirectional motor control, PWM speed regulation, and simplified wiring, making it ideal for robotics, automation, and DIY electronics projects. It can drive up to 4 DC motors, 2 stepper motors, or 2 servo motors simultaneously while providing stable and efficient motor control.

Key Features

• Controls up to 4 DC motors with independent speed and direction control.
• Supports 2 stepper motors (unipolar or bipolar).
• Dedicated headers for 2 servo motors.
• Based on dual L293D H-Bridge driver ICs.
• 600mA continuous current per channel (1.2A peak).
• Motor operating voltage range: 4.5V – 25V DC.
• Built-in thermal shutdown and back-EMF protection.
• PWM support for precise speed control.
• Onboard reset button and screw terminal power connectors.
• Compatible with Arduino Uno, Mega, Duemilanove, and other Arduino-compatible boards.

Specifications

• Driver IC: L293D Dual H-Bridge
• Motor Channels: 4 DC Motors / 2 Stepper Motors
• Servo Ports: 2
• Continuous Output Current: 600mA per channel
• Peak Output Current: 1.2A per channel
• Motor Supply Voltage: 4.5V – 25V DC
• Logic Voltage: 5V
• Speed Control: PWM Enabled
• Interface: Arduino Shield Form Factor

Applications

• Robotics and smart vehicle projects
• Line-following and obstacle-avoiding robots
• CNC and automation systems
• Educational STEM projects
• DIY motorized mechanisms
• Stepper motor control applications

Package Includes

• 1 × L293D Motor Driver Shield for Arduino