MG996R High Torque Servo Motor – 11kg/cm, 180° Rotation (Metal Gear)
The MG996R is a high-performance, high-torque servo motor designed for demanding robotic and RC applications. Featuring full metal gears, stable rotation, and a powerful motor, it’s perfect for robotic arms, steering mechanisms, and heavy-duty mechanical motion projects.
🔩 Features
High torque up to 11kg/cm (6V)
Full metal gear construction for durability
Smooth 180° rotation with PWM control
Standard 3-wire servo interface (Signal, VCC, GND)
Compatible with Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and other controllers
📊 Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|
| Operating Voltage | 4.8V – 7.2V |
| Torque @ 6V | Up to 11 kg·cm |
| Speed @ 4.8V | 0.19s/60° |
| Speed @ 6V | 0.17s/60° |
| Motor Type | Coreless |
| Gear Type | Full Metal |
| Weight | ~55g |
| Dimensions | 40.7 x 19.7 x 42.9 mm |
| Rotation Angle | ~180° |
| Signal Type | PWM (1ms – 2ms) |
| Connector | 3-pin (Signal, VCC, GND) |
🔧 Wiring with Arduino
| MG996R Pin | Description | Arduino Pin |
|---|
| Brown | GND | GND |
| Red | VCC (5-6V) | External Power Supply (not directly from Arduino) |
| Orange | Signal | D9 or any PWM pin |
⚠️ Note: MG996R draws high current. Use an external power supply (with common GND) to avoid damaging the Arduino.
💻 Sample Arduino Code
#include <Servo.h>
Servo myServo;
void setup() {
myServo.attach(9); // Connect signal to pin 9
myServo.write(90); // Center the servo
}
void loop() {
myServo.write(0); // Rotate to 0°
delay(1000);
myServo.write(180); // Rotate to 180°
delay(1000);
}
🧠 Applications
Robotic arms and legs
Steering for RC cars or boats
Pan/tilt camera platforms
Mechanical claws and grabbers
Automated machines requiring torque
🎥 YouTube Video
https://youtu.be/HcHLgKtCmr4?si=i2bKQVGAiUl2sILe
