Description
The Cytron Dual Channel 10A Motor Driver UNO Robot Controller is a high-efficiency, all-in-one development platform designed to streamline robotics prototyping. By combining a fully functional Arduino UNO-compatible microcontroller (ATmega328P) with a dual-channel 10A motor driver on a single board, this controller eliminates complex wiring and reduces the physical footprint of your robotic projects.
Engineered for performance and durability, this board utilizes a fully NMOS H-Bridge design that achieves superior efficiency without the need for bulky heat sinks. It supports both locked-antiphase and sign-magnitude PWM operations, offering high-speed response times that traditional mechanical relays cannot match. With dedicated connectors for ultrasonic sensors (HC-SR04), status LEDs for I/O diagnostics, and an enhanced power management section providing 1A (5V) and 500mA (3.3V) regulated outputs, it is the ideal foundation for autonomous mobile platforms, differential-drive robots, and sensor-rich automation projects.
Note: Product images are for reference only. This board does not feature reverse polarity protection; please ensure correct power connection before operation.
Key Features
- Integrated Controller & Driver: Combines a powerful ATmega328P microcontroller with a dual-channel 10A motor driver in a single unit.
- High-Efficiency H-Bridge: NMOS-based design provides high current capacity (10A continuous, 30A peak) and optimized efficiency without requiring heat sinks.
- Advanced PWM Control: Supports PWM frequencies up to 20kHz, compatible with both locked-antiphase and sign-magnitude control schemes.
- Extensive I/O Connectivity: Features 14 digital I/O (6 PWM) and 6 analog inputs, with dedicated expansion ports for HC-SR04 ultrasonic sensors.
- Diagnostic-Ready Design: TX/RX/Power/Pin 13 LEDs moved to board edges for visibility in stacked configurations, plus onboard pushbuttons for manual motor testing.
- Robust Power Management: High-output 5V and 3.3V voltage regulators to support external sensors and auxiliary modules.
Benefits
- Rapid Prototyping: Eliminates the need for external motor drivers and complex wiring, enabling faster iteration of robotic designs.
- Reliability: Solid-state components provide a faster response time and remove the mechanical wear-and-tear associated with traditional relay-based systems.
- Arduino Ecosystem Compatibility: Preloaded with the Optiboot bootloader and fully compatible with the Arduino IDE, facilitating easy programming and library access.
- Flexible Power Delivery: Operates efficiently with brushed DC motors ranging from 6V to 24V using a single power source.
Applications
- Autonomous Mobile Robots: Ideal for differential-drive platforms, sumo robots, and line-following automated vehicles.
- Precision Mechatronics: Suitable for coordinated control of independent dual-motor systems and custom laboratory actuators.
- Educational & Prototyping: A dependable, all-in-one board for academic research, robotics competitions, and industrial-grade student projects.
- Sensor-Rich Automation: Perfectly adapted for developers integrating distance sensing (HC-SR04) and real-time motor response logic.
Package Includes
- 1 x Cytron Dual Channel 10A Motor Driver UNO Robot Controller
Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Item Type | Integrated Controller & Motor Driver |
| Motor Channels | 2 |
| Operating Voltage (Motor) | 6V to 24V DC |
| Continuous Current | 10A per channel |
| Peak Current | 30A (10 seconds) per channel |
| Microcontroller | SMD ATmega328P (Arduino Compatible) |
| Logic Levels | 5V Digital / 3.3V Compatible Inputs |
| Dimensions | 100 x 76 x 13 mm |
