Motoron M1T550 Single I2C DC Motor Controller

Description

• Motoron M1T550 Single I2C DC Motor Controller w/ Reverse-Voltage Protection
• Compact & versatile
• Daisy-chain capable
• High current output
• Advanced protection
• Easy integration

The Motoron M1T550 Single I2C DC Motor Controller is a sophisticated device designed to manage one bidirectional, brushed DC motor through an IC interface. Its compact design allows for seamless integration into various systems, and it is capable of being daisy-chained with other Motoron controllers on the same IC bus for the control of additional motors. The controller is compatible with a broad range of motor supply voltages and is capable of delivering a substantial continuous output current. It comes equipped with header pins that require soldering based on the user’s needs.

This controller is part of a family that includes the M1U550, which operates via a TTL serial (UART) interface. Both models eliminate the need for PWM outputs or timers on a microcontroller, simplifying the control process by requiring only a single IC or UART interface, even when multiple Motoron units are used.

The Motoron M1T550 boasts a variety of features, including reverse-voltage protection, a logic voltage range suitable for most applications, and configurable motion parameters to tailor the motor performance to specific requirements. It also offers a range of PWM frequencies, a command timeout safety feature, and an automatic error response for enhanced operational reliability. The controller’s diagnostic capabilities are augmented by status and direction indicator LEDs, as well as an error output signal. To facilitate ease of use, there are dedicated libraries available for Arduino and Python platforms, along with a comprehensive user guide. The device’s diminutive size makes it an excellent choice for space-constrained applications.

Please note that the Motoron M1T550 should not be used with a nominal logic voltage of 5V, as it is not recommended for optimal performance.

View moreWhat’s Included

• 1x Motoron M1T550 Single I2C DC Motor Controller
• 1x 12 Breakaway Male Header (incl., not soldered)

Dimensions

• 0.6 x 0.6 inch (L x W)

Specifications

• One motor control channel for one bidirectional brushed DC motor per Motoron
• Wide motor supply voltage range: 1.8 V to 22 V (absolute maximum)
• Maximum output current per motor: 1.8 A continuous, 5 A peak for <1 second
• Reverse-voltage protection on the motor power supply (down to 20 V)
• Logic voltage range: 3.0 V to 4.9 V (5V nominal not recommended)
• Control interface: IC (up to 400 kHz)
• Optional cyclic redundancy checking (CRC)
• Configurable motion parameters: Max acceleration/deceleration forward/reverse, Starting speed forward/reverse, Direction change delay forward/reverse
• PWM frequency: eight options available from 1 kHz to 80 kHz
• Command timeout feature stops the motor if the Motoron stops receiving commands
• Configurable automatic error response
• Motor power supply (VIN) voltage measurement
• Two status LEDs
• Motor direction indicator LEDs
• Error output for easier detection of error conditions
• Weight: 1.2 g