Robotics & CNC / DC Motors

The original Adafruit Motorshield kit is one of our most beloved kits, which is why we decided to make something even better. We have upgraded the shield kit to make the bestest, easiest way to drive DC and Stepper motors. This shield will make quick work of your next robotics project! We kept the ability to drive up to 4 DC motors or 2 stepper motors, but added many improvements: Instead of a L293D darlington driver, we now have the TB6612...

Make your own Arduino motor party with a motor shield and a fine assortment of motors! New! we've upgraded the shield to our new version 2, with more powerful drivers, and uses fewer pins to boot! Included in this add-on pack is: Adafruit Motor Shield v2 for Arduino6 Volt DC hobby motorSmall stepper motorStandard size servoMicro size servo An Arduino is not included, and you'll need one to use the shield. The shield does take a little...

These are standard '130 size' DC hobby motors. They come with a wider operating range than most toy motors: from 4.5 to 9VDC instead of 1.5-4.5V. This range makes them perfect for controlling with an Adafruit Motor Shield, or with an Arduino where you are more likely to have 5 or 9V available than a high current 3V setting. They'll fit in most electronics that already have 130-size motors installed and there's two...

*BZZZZZZZZZZ* Feel that? That's your little buzzing motor, and for any haptic feedback project you'll want to pick up a few of them. These vibe motors are tiny discs, completely sealed up so they're easy to use and embed. Two wires are used to control/power the vibe. Simply provide power from a battery or microcontroller pin (red is positive, blue is negative) and it will buzz away. The rated voltage is 2.5 to 3.8V and for many...

The DRV2605 from TI is a fancy little motor driver. Rather than controlling a stepper motor or DC motor, its designed specifically for controlling haptic motors - buzzers and vibration motors. Normally one would just turn those kinds of motors on and off, but this driver has the ability to have various effects when driving a vibe motor. For example, ramping the vibration level up and down, 'click' effects, different buzzer levels, or...

Looking for another way to keep your Raspberry Pi  cool ? Hook up this  5V Mini Cooling Fan  and prevent your hard-working Pi from overheating! Of course, it's also great for use with any small computer or FPGA or motor driver or anything that needs cooling. Plug the fan directly into your Raspberry Pi's 5V+GND GPIO power pins, as shown, for instant cooling! Place in your case, or even better, on top of your Pi's...

Perhaps you've been assembling a new robot friend, adding a computer for a brain and other fun personality touches. Now the time has come to let it leave the nest and fly on its own wings– err, wheels!   These durable (but affordable!) plastic gearbox motors (also known as 'TT' motors) are an easy, low-cost way to get your projects moving. This is a TT DC Gearbox Motor with a gear ratio of 1:48 , and it comes with 2...

Make fountains or plant-watering projects with this submersible water pump. It's great for beginner projects and super easy to use! The pump is basically a DC motor that is powered with 3V and draws 100mA. When powered, the pump sucks water in from the side of the plastic casing and pushes it out the tubing port. The pump must be primed by keeping it inside water at all times. Reversing the polarity does not turn it into a suction device, it...

Crank up your robotics with powerful Adafruit DRV8871 motor driver breakout board . This motor driver has a lot of great specs that make it useful for a wide variety of mechatronics. In particular, the simple resistor-set current limiting and auto-magic PWM support make it super easy to use with just about any brushed DC motor. Check out the specs for the DRV8871: 6.5V to 45V motor power voltageUp to 5.5V logic level on IN pins565mΩ...

Let your robotic dreams come true with the new DC+Stepper Motor HAT from Adafruit. This Raspberry Pi add-on is perfect for any motion project as it can drive up to 4 DC or 2 Stepper motors with full PWM speed control. Raspberry Pi and motors are not included. Works with any and all Raspberry Pi computers with 2x20 connection port. Since the Raspberry Pi does not have a lot of PWM pins, we use a  fully-dedicated PWM driver chip  ...

Run four solenoids, two DC motors or one bi-polar or uni-polar stepper with up to 600mA per channel using the L293D. These are perhaps better known as "the drivers in our Adafruit Motorshield". If you accidentally damaged the drivers in a shield, you can use one of these puppies to replace it. Or you can breadboard something on your own! Each chip contains two full H-bridges (four half H-bridges). That means you can drive four...

Spin two DC motors, step one bi-polar or uni-polar stepper, or fire off two solenoids with 1.2A per channel using the TB6612. These are perhaps better known as "the drivers in our assembled Adafruit Motorshield or Motor HAT." We really like these dual H-bridges, so if you want to control motors without a shield or HAT these are easy to include on any solderless breadboard or perma-proto. We solder on TB6612 onto a breakout...

Make fountains or plant-watering projects with this submersible water pump. It's great for beginner projects and super easy to use! The pump is basically a DC motor that is powered with 3V and draws 100mA. When powered, the pump sucks water in from the side of the plastic casing and pushes it out the tubing port. The pump must be primed by keeping it inside water at all times. Reversing the polarity does not turn it into a suction device, it...

We're keepin' it  wheel with this one! Plastic gear-box motors (also known as 'TT' motors) are an easy and low cost way to get your projects moving. But we've noticed that there are not a lot of nice TT motor  wheels  to go along with them. This  Thin White Wheel has solid heft, but it won't make your robot bulky. Despite looking a lot like our continuous rotation servo wheel, this wheel is ...

Spin two DC motors or step one bi-polar or uni-polar stepper with up to 1.2A per channel using the DRV8833. This motor driver chip is a nice alternative to the TB6612 driver. Like that chip, you get 2 full H-bridges, but this chip is better for low voltage uses (can run from 2.7V up to 10.8V motor power) and has built in current limiting capability. We set it up for 1A current limiting so you don't get more than 2A per chip, but you can also...

Plastic gear-box motors (also known as 'TT' motors) are an easy and low cost way to get your projects moving. But we've noticed that there are not a lot of nice TT motor wheels to go along with them. This TT DC Motor Wheel is solid, but thin, so it won't make your robot bulky. It even comes in Adafruit black! Each order comes with one wheel, one silicone tire, and a small Phillips screw to make connecting...

This tiny  DC Motor in Micro Servo Body is an interesting motor - it's the same size and shape as our micro servo but it isn't a servo. It's more like a DC motor + plastic gear-train in a box. It's not a super powerful motor, it would do well as a little robot wheel. It's also a lot less expensive than a micro servo (continuous or non-continuous) because there is no control board inside. Controlling speed is done by...

These durable (but affordable!) gearbox motors (also known as 'TT' motors) are an easy, low-cost way to get your projects moving. This is a  TT DC All-Metal Gearbox Motor  with a gear ratio of  1:90 about double of the 'standard' 1:48 ratio. That gives them higher torque but slower rotational speed. Since they're slower they're good for robots where strength is more important than speed. They look a lot...

Usually when one needs an orange wheel it's a garnish for a cocktail, like a tasty Sidecar. And speaking of cars, this wheel   is for driving, not drinking! Need a great drive solution for your little robotic friends? This  Orange & Clear TT Motor Wheel  is equipped with a nice, thick silicone tread and a press-fit design to make connecting super quick and easy. Make cute robots...

Move fluid safely from here to there with this very nice little pump. Unlike most liquid pumps, this is a peristaltic type - the pump squishes the silicone tubing that contains the liquid instead of impelling it directly. The upshot? The pump never touches the fluid which makes this an excellent choice for any food/drink/sterile based pumping such as for making drink-bots or gardening robots! The pump is basically a geared down DC motor, so it...

These durable (but affordable!) gearbox motors (also known as 'TT' motors) are an easy, low-cost way to get your projects moving. This is a  TT DC Bi-Metal Gearbox Motor  with a gear ratio of  1:90 about double of the 'standard' 1:48 ratio. That gives them higher torque but slower rotational speed. Since they're slower they're good for robots where strength is more important than speed. They look a lot like...

Make inflatables or air-powered projects with this simple air pump. It's great for beginner projects and super easy to use! The pump is basically a DC motor that is powered with ~4.5V and draws about ~500 mA. 5V should be just fine, so you can power it from the same power supply you use for other DC motors or servos. When powered, the pump sucks air in from the side of the plastic casing and pushes it out the tubing port. Reversing the motor...

Move fluid from here to there with this very nice elastomeric silicone tubing, specifically for our peristaltic pumps. It's one meter long and fully silicone with the correct diameter to give great peristaltic performance. This silicone tubing is not sterile and might get a lil' dirty on its way to you. So, before first use, we recommend it be sterilized by boiling in water, etc! The tubing is neither FDA nor USDA-compliant...

These are very unusual motors, but we thought they could be handy for projects that need a small geared-down motor. At the core is a 'pager motor' - a small thin DC motor that runs on about 3VDC. That motor is then geared down inside the red-plastic body of the motor. Finally, the output axle is connected to a plastic triangle that has a bent-wire return spring. There are two plastic stops built into the outside of the motor. If you keep...

Adding to our collection of somewhat specialized motors, this Rotating Door Lock Motor is a DC Gearbox motor with a little pocket that is intended for a door lock mechanism. The motor only turns 90 degrees clockwise or counter-clockwise and will stall (but not strip) if you try to keep running it past the angle. It's geared down so it has high torque, but that also makes it slow - it is about 5 seconds for it to rotate 'closed' or...

Sometimes we wonder if robotics engineers ever watch movies. If they did, they'd know that making robots into slaves always ends up in a robot rebellion. Why even go down that path? Here at Adafruit, we believe in making robots our  friends! So if you find yourself wanting a companion, consider the robot. They're fun to program, and you can get creative with decorations. With that in mind, we designed Crickit - That's our C...

Let your robotic dreams come true with the new DC+Stepper Motor Bonnet from Adafruit. This Raspberry Pi add-on is perfect for any motion project as it can drive up to 4 DC or 2 Stepper motors with full PWM speed control. We basically took our super-popular DC+Stepper Motor HAT and squeezed it down and made it fully assembled - plug and play ready to go, no soldering required! Raspberry Pi and motors are not included. Works with any and all...

Move fluid safely from here to there with this very nice Peristaltic Pump that works with 5V or 6V power . Unlike most liquid pumps, this is a peristaltic type - the pump squishes the silicone tubing that contains the liquid instead of impelling it directly. The upshot? The pump never touches the fluid which makes this an excellent choice for any food/drink/sterile-based pumping such as for making drink-bots or gardening robots! The pump is...

You have a TT motor, but you need to attach it to your CNC project, eh? Not so easy if you don't have an L-Bracket DC Motor Mount just like this fine one here! Made of 2mm aluminum metal, it's got a solid construction and is easy to get going. There are 4 mounting screws so you know it'll be super-solid! Comes with one mount and a bag of hardware for attachment: 2 x 25mm long M3 Pan heads (These go through the motor...

Who doesn't love LEGO® compatible bricks? Nobody! Except when we accidentally step on them. There are soooo many mechanical things one can make with those ubiquitous bricks, plates, gears, pulleys. Say a 13-meter high London Tower Bridge... But what do you do when you want to add LEGO® compatible bricks and parts to your robotics project? This is the axle you need! Just push the axle housing end onto the shaft of your DC...

Mechanical transmission for the win, this simple plastic pulley can attach to your TT motor to transmit rotation from the motor axle to...somewhere else. This is a very useful part when you require more than wheels for your robotics project. A belt and pulley solution can be light-weight and very efficient.  This TT Motor Pulley has a slot for fitting onto our DC gearbox motors and even comes with a mounting screw for secure...

Looking for another way to keep your project  cool? Hook up this  5V Mini Cooling Fan  and prevent from overheating! Of course, it's also great for use with any small computer or FPGA or motor driver or anything that needs cooling.  We also carry a mini 5V cooling fan with regular JST 2-pin connectors. This fan is nearly identical - it has the same fan body, but the cable has a handy "Molex PicoBlade"...

This  Multi-Hub Wheel  is solid, a lil' chunky, but it won't make your robot bulky. It even comes in Adafruit black! Each order comes with one wheel and two different sized hubs to make connecting super quick and easy. The hubs may come attached to the wheel with a little plastic flashing, so you'll want diagonal cutters to trim them out or you can twist them out The real magic with this wheel is that...

Who doesn't love LEGO and compatible bricks? Nobody! Except when we accidentally step on them. There are soooo many mechanical things one can make with those ubiquitous bricks, plates, gears, pulleys. Say a 13-meter high LEGO London Tower Bridge... But what do you do when you want to add LEGO-compatible bricks and parts to your robotics project? This is the bracket you need! Just push onto the body of your DC Gearbox...

Make inflatables or air-powered projects with this simple air pump. It's great for beginner projects and super easy to use! The pump is basically a DC motor that is powered with ~4.5V and draws about ~600 mA. 5V should be just fine, so you can power it from the same power supply you use for other DC motors or servos. When powered, the pump sucks air in from the side of the plastic casing and pushes it out the tubing port. Reversing the motor...

Sometimes we wonder if robotics engineers ever watch movies. If they did, they'd know that making robots into slaves always ends up in a robot rebellion. Why even go down that path? Here at Adafruit, we believe in making robots our  friends! So if you find yourself wanting a companion, consider the robot. They're fun to program, and you can get creative with decorations. With that in mind, we designed the Adafruit Crickit HAT -...

Sometimes we wonder if robotics engineers ever watch movies. If they did, they'd know that making robots into slaves always ends up in a robot rebellion. Why even go down that path? Here at Adafruit, we believe in making robots our  friends! So if you find yourself wanting a companion, consider the robot. They're fun to program, and you can get creative with decorations. With that in mind, we designed Crickit - That's our C...

The first step in a robotics project is to get a motor spinning. Once you've done that you quickly learn that not all motors go the same speed, even if they are the same part number! There are always variations that relate to voltage, environment, and manufacturing changes. So, the second step is to figure out how fast it's going! Turns out that's not so easy, but the best way to get started is to add an encoder wheel and an optical...

We couldn't let the DC Gearbox "TT" motors have all the fun! If you're using some sort of motor, there's a really good chance it's a low cost DC Motor in "130 Size". We stock these in the shop, they're the most basic kind of motor, very inexpensive and easy to find around the world. DC hobby motors are typically cheap and easy to use, but can be tricky to mount onto your project. There's no...

We really enjoy our DC gear motors (a.k.a "TT Motor") but unless you have a 3D printer it can be a challenge to get something attached to the axle. That's why we've got this Eccentric   TT Motor Hub - it gives you 2 x hexagonal holes and two circle holes. It's a very good solution to quickly and easily mount custom wheels, cardboard & wood, or other mechanisms to your robot project. This eccentric hub is...

Need a great drive solution or a pop of color for your little robotic friends? This  TT Motor Paddle Wheel Pack  offers 3 fun, candy-colored wheels with a press-fit design to make connecting super quick and easy. While they seem to be designed for some sort of water-wheel configuration, we like them because they fit securely on TT motor axles and provide a ton of simple attachment points. Use hot glue, strong tape,...

RageBridge 2  from Equals Zero Designs is a no-frills and robust dual-channel DC motor controller for robotic and vehicular drivetrain applications. It can supply 40 amps per side continuously and up to 90A in bursts dependent on cooling conditions. An ultra-wide (8 to 40 volts) input range maximizes versatility and allows it to be used in many different systems. It can operate as two independent motor control channels, or be combined...

For advanced robotics projects, a simple hobby servo motor won't have the repeatability and control you need. When a better class of servo motor is required, folks have always turned to DYNAMIXEL motors! The  DYNAMIXEL  is a smart actuator system developed to be the exclusive connecting joints on a robot or mechanical structure. DYNAMIXELS’ are designed to be modular and daisy chained on any robot or...

Get your Particle (formally known as Spark) Photon moving with a PhoBot Robotics shield. No, this is not a robot that makes you a delicious bowl of Vietnamese soup.  Instead, it's a board from Simon Monk that's kind of like a Motorshield for your Spark Core or Particle Photon that makes controlling small robots easy! The board features bi-directional motor control using a TB6612 dual H-bridge, so it can control one...

If you're unfamiliar with mecanum wheels, this 48mm Diameter Mecanum Wheel may resemble an everyday chunky wheel Frankenstein'd out of mini hair curler rollers. In reality, it's a very cool, omnidirectional wheel with rollers which are supported by ball-bearings, allowing a four-wheeled robot rober to move in any direction. There are nine rubber beads around the perimeter of the wheel that lets it grip the floor...

If you're unfamiliar with mecanum wheels, this  48mm Diameter Mecanum Wheel  may resemble an everyday chunky wheel Frankenstein'd out of mini hair curler rollers. In reality, it's a very cool, omnidirectional wheel with rollers which are supported by ball-bearings, allowing a four-wheeled robot rober to move in any direction. There are nine rubber beads around the perimeter of the wheel that lets it...

This kit is now discontinued. We've upgraded the Adafruit Motor Shield v1 to v2, with stacking-support and higher-current motor drivers, Please check out the v2 shield - its much better! Here is a design for a full-featured motor shield that will be able to power many simple to medium-complexity projects.   2 connections for 5V 'hobby' servos connected to the Arduino's high-resolution dedicated timer - no jitter! 4...