The Gravity IO Expansion Shield with Motor Driver is a top - notch product tailored for Arduino Boards. It ingeniously combines an IO Expansion Shield and a DC Motor Driver Shield. Equipped with a Gravity sensor interface and a TB6612FNG dual motor driver, it also features an XBee socket, an I2C interface, and a UART port, making connections a breeze. With the TB6612FNG dual - channel motor driver IC, this shield can simultaneously drive 2x1.2A DC motors. It supports PWM speed control, with each channel capable of outputting 1.2A of continuous current and a peak current reaching 3.2A. It's compatible with most micro DC motors on the market. Ideal for small intelligent robot controls, it's both convenient and cost - effective.
**Features**:
- Compatible with Arduino UNO R3 Pinmap.
- Gravity - 3Pin interface for easy plug - and - play operation.
- Integrated XBee Slot, compatible with XBee, WiFi Bee, and Bluetooth Bee.
- Program download switch to prevent serial occupancy during Arduino UNO/Mega downloading.
- 2x1.2A TB6612FNG DC motor driver powered from the Vin port.
**Specification**:
- 14 Digital interfaces.
- 6 Analog interfaces.
- 2 IIC interfaces.
- 2 SPI interfaces (compatible with Arduino UNO R3).
- 1 Serial port.
- 1 XBee Slot.
- Output Current: 1.2A single - channel continuous driving current.
- Start/Peak Current: 2A (continuous pulse)/3.2A (monopoles).
- Input Voltage: 12V (peak value).
- Occupying Pins: D4, D5, D6, D7 (be careful, these pins are occupied when controlling the motor).
- Size: 68.5mm×53.3mm (2.7 inch×2.1 inch).
- Weight: 36.
**Documents**: Product wiki, Schematic
Using this Gravity IO Expansion Shield with Motor Driver for your Arduino is quite straightforward. First, connect the shield to your Arduino Board following the pinmap. The Gravity - 3Pin interface makes it easy to plug in sensors. If you want to use wireless communication, you can insert an XBee, WiFi Bee, or Bluetooth Bee into the integrated slot. To drive the motors, connect your DC motors to the shield. Remember, when controlling the motors, pins D4, D5, D6, and D7 will be occupied. You can use the PWM speed control feature to adjust the motor speed according to your needs. When downloading programs to your Arduino UNO or Mega, use the program download switch to avoid serial occupancy. As for maintenance, keep the shield clean and dry. Avoid exposing it to extreme temperatures or humidity. If there are any issues, refer to the product wiki or schematic for troubleshooting.
