Design with Center Shaft Metal Geared Motor in Cirkit DesignerThe Center Shaft Metal Geared Motor is a robust and versatile motor designed to deliver high torque and precise control. Equipped with a metal gearbox and a central shaft, this motor is ideal for applications requiring reliable and efficient mechanical movement. Common use cases include robotics, automation systems, conveyor belts, and other machinery where precise control and high torque are essential.
This circuit consists of three Center Shaft Metal Geared Motors, each protected by a 1N4007 Rectifier Diode, and powered by a 12V battery through an MT3608 boost converter. The circuit also includes multiple electrolytic capacitors for filtering and three red LEDs with a current-limiting resistor, indicating the operational status of the motors.
Open Project in Cirkit Designer
This circuit uses two DPDT switches to control the direction of four center shaft metal geared motors powered by a 3xAA battery pack. The switches allow for reversing the polarity of the motors, enabling forward and reverse motion.
Open Project in Cirkit Designer
This circuit consists of four 12V geared motors and two directional switches, all powered by a single 18650 Li-Ion battery. The directional switches are used to control the polarity of the voltage applied to the motors, allowing for the reversal of motor direction. The battery's negative terminal is connected to one terminal of each motor, while its positive terminal is connected to the input of both directional switches, which then selectively power the other terminals of the motors.
Open Project in Cirkit Designer
This circuit controls a gear motor with an integrated encoder and a servo motor using an Arduino UNO. The Arduino reads encoder signals to measure the motor's speed and direction, and it can control the motor's speed and direction via a Cytron MD-10 motor driver. Additionally, the Arduino controls the position of a servo motor.
Open Project in Cirkit Designer| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Voltage | 6V - 12V |
| Rated Current | 0.5A - 1.2A |
| Stall Current | 2.5A |
| Rated Torque | 1.5 kg.cm - 5 kg.cm |
| Stall Torque | 10 kg.cm |
| Gear Ratio | 1:30, 1:50, 1:100 (varies) |
| Shaft Diameter | 6mm |
| Shaft Length | 20mm |
| Motor Dimensions | 50mm x 25mm x 25mm |
| Weight | 150g |
| Pin Number | Pin Name | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | VCC | Power supply (6V - 12V) |
| 2 | GND | Ground |
| 3 | IN1 | Motor control input 1 |
| 4 | IN2 | Motor control input 2 |
To use the Center Shaft Metal Geared Motor in a circuit, follow these steps:
// Example code to control the Center Shaft Metal Geared Motor using Arduino UNO
// and L298N motor driver
const int IN1 = 9; // Motor control input 1
const int IN2 = 10; // Motor control input 2
void setup() {
pinMode(IN1, OUTPUT); // Set IN1 as an output
pinMode(IN2, OUTPUT); // Set IN2 as an output
}
void loop() {
// Rotate motor in one direction
digitalWrite(IN1, HIGH); // Set IN1 high
digitalWrite(IN2, LOW); // Set IN2 low
delay(2000); // Run for 2 seconds
// Stop the motor
digitalWrite(IN1, LOW); // Set IN1 low
digitalWrite(IN2, LOW); // Set IN2 low
delay(1000); // Stop for 1 second
// Rotate motor in the opposite direction
digitalWrite(IN1, LOW); // Set IN1 low
digitalWrite(IN2, HIGH); // Set IN2 high
delay(2000); // Run for 2 seconds
// Stop the motor
digitalWrite(IN1, LOW); // Set IN1 low
digitalWrite(IN2, LOW); // Set IN2 low
delay(1000); // Stop for 1 second
}
By following this documentation, users can effectively integrate and utilize the Center Shaft Metal Geared Motor in their projects, ensuring reliable and efficient performance.