Motoron M1T256 I2C Single Motor Controller

Description

• Motoron M1T256 I2C Single Motor Controller
• Compact and efficient, controlling one DC motor via an IC interface
• Compatible with motor supply voltages from 4.5 V to 48 V
• Capable of delivering continuous output currents up to 2 A
• Comes with a comprehensive user’s guide and Arduino and Python libraries

The Motoron M1T256 IC Single Motor Controller is a compact device designed to control one DC motor via an IC interface. It is possible to connect multiple Motoron controllers to the same IC bus, which simplifies the expansion of a system with additional motors. The M1T256 model is compatible with motor supply voltages ranging from 4.5 V to 48 V and is capable of delivering continuous output currents up to 2 A. This model comes with header pins included, however, they are not pre-soldered.

The Motoron M1T256 and M1U256 controllers are designed to facilitate the control of a single bidirectional, brushed DC motor using an IC or TTL serial (UART) interface, respectively. These compact boards, measuring 0.6 x 0.6 inch, are compatible with motor supply voltages from 4.5 to 48 V and can deliver continuous output currents up to 2 A. It is possible to configure multiple Motoron controllers to operate on a single IC or serial bus, which allows for independent control of numerous motors. Unlike many motor drivers, the Motoron does not necessitate any PWM outputs or timers on the microcontroller. Instead, a single IC or UART interface is sufficient, regardless of the number of Motoron controllers connected.

The features and specifications of the Motoron M1T256 include a single motor control channel that enables the control of one bidirectional brushed DC motor per Motoron. It has a wide motor supply voltage range of 4.5 to 48 V (absolute maximum), and a maximum output current per motor of 2 A continuous, peaking at 6.4 A for less than one second. It also offers reverse-voltage protection on the motor power supply (down to -40 V), a logic voltage range of 3.0 V to 5 V, and a control interface of M1T256: IC (up to 400 kHz).

Please note that the header pins are included but not soldered in. It is also important to remember that the Motoron does not require any PWM outputs or timers on the microcontroller.

View moreWhat’s Included

• M1T256 with an IC interface
• 1x 12 breakaway male header (included but not soldered in)

Dimensions

• Compact size: 0.6 x 0.6 inch

Links

Websites

• Motoron M1T256 Single I2C Motor Controller – Motoron Arduino Library
• Motoron M1T256 Single I2C Motor Controller – Motoron Python Library

Specifications

• One motor control channel allows for the control of one bidirectional brushed DC motor per Motoron
• Wide motor supply voltage range: 4.5 V to 48 V (absolute maximum)
• Recommended maximum nominal battery voltage is approximately 36 V
• Maximum output current per motor: 2 A continuous, 6.4 A peak for less than 1 second
• Reverse-voltage protection on motor power supply (down to -40 V)
• Logic voltage range: 3.0 V to 5 V
• Control interface: M1T256 – IC (up to 400 kHz), M1U256 – non-inverted TTL serial (up to 250 kbps)
• Optional cyclic redundancy checking (CRC)
• Configurable motion parameters: Maximum 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
• Motoron Arduino library simplifies using the Motoron with an Arduino or compatible controller
• Motoron Python library simplifies using the Motoron with Python or MicroPython
• Comprehensive user’s guide