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L293D Motor Driver Shield Expansion Board For Arduino
The L293D Motor Driver Shield for Arduino is a versatile and highly capable shield designed for a wide range of robotic applications. It features 2 servo connectors and 4 motor connectors supporting both DC motors and stepper motors making it ideal for complex projects that require precise motion control.
This Arduino-compatible motor driver shield can drive up to 4 DC motors 2 4-wire stepper motors and 2 5V servos. It uses the L293D motor driver to control the DC motors and stepper motors, while pins 9 and 10 of the Arduino handle the servo control.
The L293D is a high-voltage, high-current, 4-channel driver integrated circuit. With this chip, you can power motors with voltages up to 36V and supply a maximum current of 600mA per channel. The L293D is also an H-Bridge driver, enabling bidirectional control of motors, allowing you to easily reverse motor direction as needed.
The shield includes two L293D drivers and a 74HC595 shift register which expands the Arduino’s control pins from 3 to 8, giving you more flexibility in controlling motor direction and speed. The shield is designed to connect directly to the PWM outputs of the Arduino, allowing for smooth and efficient motor control.
Whether you’re building a robot, a mobile project, or any other system requiring motor control, the L293D Motor Driver Shield provides a reliable and easy-to-use solution.
Features
It can run 2 servo or 2 stepper or 4 DC motor with the help of external power supply and controlling via Arduino.
2 connections for 5V ‘hobby’ servos connected to the Arduino’s high-resolution dedicated timer
4 H-Bridges: L293D chipset provides 0.6A per bridge (1.2A peak) with thermal shutdown protection, internal kickback protection diodes. Can run motors on 4.5VDC to 25VDC.
Up to 4 bi-directional DC motors with individual 8-bit speed selection (so, about 0.5% resolution)
Up to 2 stepper motors (unipolar or bipolar) with single coil, double coil or interleaved stepping.
Pull-down resistors keep motors disabled during power-up
Big terminal block connectors to easily hook up wires (18-26AWG) and power
Arduino reset button brought up top
2-pin terminal block and jumper to connect external power, for separate logic/motor supplies
Tested compatible with Arduino Mega 1280 & 2560, Diecimila, Duemilanove, and UNO
Specification
| Logic control voltage Vss | 4.5~5.5V |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (LxWxH) mm | 70x54x18 |
| Weight (g): | 35 |
Application
drive two dc motors with your Arduino board, controlling the speed and direction of each one independently.
Package Includes
1 x L293D Motor Driver/Servo Shield for Arduino
Tutorial:
L293D Motor Driver Shield Expansion Board for Arduino Overview
The L293D Motor Driver Shield Expansion Board for Arduino is a plug-and-play expansion that snaps onto Arduino Uno-compatible boards to drive multiple motors and servos. Built around dual L293D H-bridge drivers, it simplifies bidirectional control of DC motors, stepper motors and 5V servos for robotics and automation projects.
Key Features of L293D Motor Driver Shield Expansion Board for Arduino
- Screw terminal connectors for up to four DC motors or two 4-wire stepper motors
- Dedicated headers for two 5V servos wired to Arduino pins 9 and 10
- High noise immunity inputs for reliable signal handling in noisy environments
- Male pin headers for power, ground and logic input connections
- Onboard dual L293D H-bridge drivers for bidirectional speed and direction control
- Genuine product with fast shipping from Zbotic
Applications and Use Cases
- Building wheeled robots and mobile rovers with multiple drive motors
- Driving DIY CNC machines and XY plotters using stepper motors
- Operating pan-tilt mechanisms and robotic arms with servo control
- Implementing line-following and obstacle-avoidance vehicles
- Integrating into automated conveyer systems and material sorting setups
How to Use L293D Motor Driver Shield Expansion Board for Arduino
Simply stack the shield onto your Arduino Uno or compatible board, attach a separate motor power source to the screw terminals, connect your DC or stepper motors and plug 5V servos into the servo headers, then use standard Arduino libraries to write code for direction, speed (PWM) and servo control.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which motor types can this shield control?
This shield is designed to drive up to four DC motors, two 4-wire stepper motors and two 5V servos using the onboard L293D H-bridge drivers and Arduino logic pins.
Which Arduino pins are used for servo control?
The two 5V servo headers on the shield connect directly to Arduino digital pins 9 and 10, allowing you to use the standard Servo library without additional wiring.
Do I need an external power supply for my motors?
Yes, you should power your motors via the shield’s screw terminal block with a dedicated motor power source to prevent overloading the Arduino’s onboard regulator.
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Read More →Technical Specifications
| Brand | Arduino |
|---|---|
| Model | L293D |
| SKU | AI0398 |
| Weight | 0.033 kg |
| Availability | Out of Stock |
Applications & Use Cases
The L293D Motor Driver Shield Expansion Board for Arduino is a versatile brushed / brushless dc motor driver used across a wide range of applications including robot motor control, DC motor speed regulation, H-bridge circuits, electric vehicle drives, and conveyor belt control.
Common use cases:
- Bidirectional motor control for a robot
- PWM speed control of a DC motor
- Building a motorized platform
This product is ideal for robotics engineers and motor control enthusiasts.
Technical Tip: L298N is a classic dual H-bridge driver. For higher efficiency, consider MOSFET-based drivers like BTS7960.
Shipping & Delivery
- Free shipping on orders above ₹999 across India
- Dispatched within 1-3 business days
- Expected delivery: 3-7 business days depending on location
- Secure packaging to ensure safe transit of electronic components
- Genuine Arduino product sourced from authorized channels
Advik Dhillon (verified owner) –
This L293D Motor Driver Shield Expansion Board made my robotics project so much easier. Highly recommended for students.
Anil Pandey (verified owner) –
Excellent L293D Motor Driver Shield Expansion Board! Perfect for my Arduino project. All pins working correctly.
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Pretty good L293D Motor Driver Shield Expansion Board. Compatible with most libraries. Happy with the purchase.
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Good L293D Motor Driver Shield Expansion Board. Took a while to get the drivers working but board itself is solid.
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Okay L293D Motor Driver Shield Expansion Board. Works but had to troubleshoot driver issues initially.
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Good L293D Motor Driver Shield Expansion Board. Took a while to get the drivers working but board itself is solid.
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Excellent L293D Motor Driver Shield Expansion Board! Perfect for my Arduino project. All pins working correctly.
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Good L293D Motor Driver Shield Expansion Board. Works well with Arduino IDE. Headers could be soldered more neatly.
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Good L293D Motor Driver Shield Expansion Board. Works well with Arduino IDE. Headers could be soldered more neatly.
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