L293D Motor Driver IC

L293D Motor Driver ic

The L293D Motor Driver Module is a reliable and widely-used dual H-bridge motor driver IC, perfect for controlling two DC motors or a single stepper motor with direction and speed control. It’s compatible with Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and other microcontroller platforms.

🔧 Key Features:

• IC Type: L293D (16-pin DIP)

• Motor Control: Controls up to 2 DC motors or 1 stepper motor

• Output Current: 600mA per channel (peak 1.2A)

• Voltage Range:

  • Logic: 4.5V–7V

  • Motor supply: up to 36V

• Built-in Diodes: For back EMF protection

• Thermal Shutdown: Built-in for safe operation

• PWM Support: Ideal for motor speed control using pulse-width modulation

📘 Applications:

• Robotics

• Smart Cars

• Conveyor systems

• Motorized arms

• Arduino-based motor control projects

📦 Package Includes:

• 1 × L293D Motor Driver Module

• (Optional) Header pins for easy breadboard use

📄 Datasheet:

View the official datasheet here: L293D Datasheet (Texas Instruments)