L293D Motor Driver Module

The L293D Motor Driver Module is a compact motor driver module used for controlling DC motors and small stepper motors with microcontrollers like Arduino Uno R3.

The L293D Motor Driver Module is based on the L293D dual H-bridge motor driver IC, allowing control of:

  • Two DC motors independently
  • One small stepper motor

It supports:

  • Forward and reverse motor rotation
  • PWM speed control
  • Direction control using digital signals

The module is widely used in:

  • Robot cars
  • DIY robotics
  • Automation systems
  • Educational electronics projects

Compared to L298N, the L293D is:

  • Smaller
  • Lower power
  • Better suited for small motors

Key Features

  • Controls 2 DC motors
  • Supports direction and speed control
  • Compact and lightweight design
  • Built-in flyback diode protection (IC dependent)
  • Easy Arduino interfacing
  • Suitable for low-power motors

Technical Specifications

Parameter Value
Driver IC L293D
Motor Voltage 4.5V – 36V
Logic Voltage 5V
Output Current 600mA per channel
Peak Current 1.2A
Channels 2

Pin Configuration

Pin Description
IN1–IN4 Motor control inputs
EN1 / EN2 Enable pins for speed control
OUT1–OUT4 Motor outputs
VCC Logic power
VS Motor power
GND Ground

What’s in the Box

  • 1 × L293D Motor Driver Module

Ideal For

  • Robot car projects
  • Small DC motor control
  • DIY robotics
  • Educational electronics
  • Arduino projects ⚙️
Weight 10 kg
Dimensions 4.3 × 2.6 × 1.5 cm

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