Description
- MAX14870 Single Brushed DC Motor Driver Carrier
- Operate from 4.5 V to 36 V
- Deliver continuous current of 1.7 A
- Include built-in safety protections
- Feature simple two-pin control interface
- Fit standard breadboards and perfboards
The MAX14870 Single Brushed DC Motor Driver Carrier is a compact breakout board designed for controlling a single brushed DC motor. It operates within a voltage range of 4.5 V to 36 V and can deliver a continuous current of 1.7 A, with a peak capacity of 2.5 A. The board features a straightforward two-pin interface for speed and direction control, and it includes built-in protections against reverse-voltage, under-voltage, over-current, and over-temperature conditions. This carrier board is compatible with standard solderless breadboards and perfboards, facilitating ease of use for students and hobbyists.
View moreWhat’s Included
- 2x 15-pin breakaway 0.1 male header
- 1x MAX14870 Single Brushed DC Motor Driver Carrier
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PDF Files
- MAX14870 Single Brushed DC Motor Driver Carrier – Datasheet
- MAX14870 Single Brushed DC Motor Driver Carrier – Schematic Diagram
Specifications
- Single-channel H-bridge motor driver with shoot-through protection and internal free-wheeling diodes
- Motor supply voltage: 4.5 V to 36 V
- Output current: up to 1.7 A continuous (2.5 A peak)
- No separate logic supply needed; inputs are compatible with 3V and 5V
- Simple two-pin DIR/PWM interface for direction and speed control
- Under-voltage lockout and protection against over-current, short-circuit, and over-temperature
- Carrier board includes reverse-voltage protection
- Active-low fault output indicates over-current or over-temperature conditions
- Surface-mount resistor can be added for automatic current limiting
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