This board allows the Raspberry Pi Pico (connected via pin header) to drive two motors simultaneously with full forward, reverse & stop control, making it ideal for Pico controlled buggy projects. Alternatively, the board can be used to power a stepper motor. The board features the DRV8833 motor driver IC, which has built-in short circuit, over current and thermal protection. The board has 4 external connections to GPIO pins and a 3 V and GND supply from the Pico. This allows for additional IO options for your buggy builds that can be read or controlled by the Pico. In addition there is an on/off switch and power status LED, allowing you to see at a glance if the board is powered up and save your batteries when your project is not in use. To use the motor driver board, the Pico should have a soldered pin header and be inserted firmly into the connector. The board produces a regulated supply that is fed into the 40-way connector to power the Pico, removing the need to power the Pico directly. The motor driver board is powered via either screw terminals or a servo style connector. Kitronik has developed a micro-python module and sample code to support the use of the Motor Driver board with the Pico. This code is available in the GitHub repo. Features A compact yet feature-packed board designed to sit at the heart of your Raspberry Pi Pico robot buggy projects. The board can drive 2 motors simultaneously with full forward, reverse, and stop control. It features the DRV8833 motor driver IC, which has built-in short circuit, over current and thermal protection. Additionally, the board features an on/off switch and power status LED. Power the board via a terminal block style connector. The 3V and GND pins are also broken out, allowing external devices to be powered. Code it with MicroPython via an editor such as the Thonny editor. Dimensions: 63 mm (L) x 35 mm (W) x 11.6 mm (H) Download Datasheet
The Motorino board is an extension-board to control and use up to 16 PWM-controlled 5V-Servo-motors. The included clock generator ensures a very precise PWM signal and a very precise positioning. The board has 2 inputs for voltage from 4.8 V to 6 V which can be used for up to 11 A. With this input, a perfect power supply is always guaranteed and even bigger projects are no problem. The supply runs directly over the Motorino which provides a connection for voltage, ground and control. With the build in capacitor, the voltage is buffered which prevents a sudden voltage-drop at a high load. But there is also the possibility to connect another capacitor. The control and the programing can be done, as usual, with the Arduino. Manuals and code examples allows a quick introduction for beginners. Special features 16 Channels, own clock generator Input 1 Coaxial power connector 5.5 / 2.1 mm, 4.8-6 V / 5 A max Input 2 Screw-terminal, 4.8-6 V / 6 A max Communication 16 x PWM Compatible with Arduino Uno, Mega and may more microcontroller with Arduino compatible pinout Dimensions 69 x 24 x 56 mm Scope of supply Board, Manual, Retail package
This book is about DC electric motors and their use in Arduino and Raspberry Pi Zero W based projects. The book includes many tested and working projects where each project has the following sub-headings:
Title of the project
Description of the project
Block diagram
Circuit diagram
Project assembly
Complete program listing of the project
Full description of the program
The projects in the book cover the standard DC motors, stepper motors, servo motors, and mobile robots. The book is aimed at students, hobbyists, and anyone else interested in developing microcontroller based projects using the Arduino Uno or the Raspberry Pi Zero W.
One of the nice features of this book is that it gives complete projects for remote control of a mobile robot from a mobile phone, using the Arduino Uno as well as the Raspberry Pi Zero W development boards. These projects are developed using Wi-Fi as well as the Bluetooth connectivity with the mobile phone. Readers should be able to move a robot forward, reverse, turn left, or turn right by sending simple commands from a mobile phone. Full program listings of all the projects as well as the detailed program descriptions are given in the book. Users should be able to use the projects as they are presented, or modify them to suit to their own needs.
Cleaning nozzle drill kit small box containing 10 carbide PCB drills 0.8 mm all with 4 mm shaft.
Ideal for drilling small precision holes in pcb's, plastic or soft metal.
The MotoPi is an extension-board to control and use up to 16 PWM-controlled 5 V servo motors. The board can be additional powered by a voltage between 4.8 V and 6 V so a perfect supply is always guaranteed and even larger projects can be powered. With the additional power supply and the integrated Analog-Digital-Converter, new possibilities can be reached. An additional power supply per motor is not required anymore because all connections (Voltage, Ground, Control) are directly connected to the board. The control and the programing can be directly done, as usual, on the Raspberry Pi. Special features 16 Channels, own clock generator, Inkl. Analog Digital Converter Input 1 Coaxial power connector 5.5 / 2.1 mm, 5 V / 6 A max Input 2 Screw terminal, 4.8-6 V / 6 A max Compatible with Raspberry Pi A+, B+, 2B, 3B Dimensions 65 x 56 x 24 mm Scope of supply Board, manual, fixing material
Learn KiCad with Peter Dalmaris
The Academy Pro Box "Design PCBs like a Pro" offers a complete, structured training programme in PCB design, combining online learning with practical application. Based on Peter Dalmaris’ KiCad course, the 15-week programme integrates video lessons, printed materials (2 books), and hands-on projects to ensure participants not only understand the theory but also develop the skills to apply it in practice.
Unlike standard courses, the Academy Pro Box provides a guided learning path with weekly milestones and physical components to design, test, and produce working PCBs. This approach supports a deeper learning experience and better knowledge retention.
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Both volumes of "KiCad Like a Pro" (valued at €105)
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Breadboard Power Supply
Tiny Solar Power Supply
Datalogger with EEPROM and Clock
Voucher from Eurocircuits for the production of PCBs (worth €85 excl. VAT)
Learning Material (of this Box/Course)
15-Week Learning Program
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Week 1: Setup, Fundamentals, and First Steps in PCB Design
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Introduction
Getting started with PCB design
Getting started with KiCad
Project: A hands-on tour of KiCad (Schematic Design)
Project: A hands-on tour of KiCad (Layout)
Design principles and PCB terms
Design workflow and considerations
Fundamental KiCad how-to: Symbols and Eeschema
Fundamental KiCad how-to: Footprints and Pcbnew
Project: Design a simple breadboard power supply PCB
Project: Tiny Solar Power Supply
Project: MCU datalogger with build-in 512K EEPROM and clock
Recipes
KiCad 9 new features and improvements
Legacy (from previous versions of KiCad)
KiCad 7 update (Legacy)
(Legacy) Gettings started with KiCad
Bonus lecture
About the Author
Dr. Peter Dalmaris, PhD is an educator, an electrical engineer and Maker. Creator of online video courses on DIY electronics and author of several technical books. As a Chief Tech Explorer since 2013 at Tech Explorations, the company he founded in Sydney, Australia, Peter's mission is to explore technology and help educate the world.
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This 14-way MonoDAQ-compatible connector allows the user to create, reuse and archive test fixtures instead of rewiring the connector furnished with the MonoDAQ everytime a measurement or test has to be repeated. Helps the user to build a library of plug-and-play test setups. Features Time saving push-in connection, tools not required Defined contact force ensures that contact remains stable over the long term Intuitive use through colour coded actuation lever Operation and conductor connection from one direction enable integration into front of device All necessary technical data can be found here.
Solder Paste Dispensing and Reflow All-in-One
The Voltera V-One creates two-layer prototype circuit boards on your desk. Gerber files go in, printed circuit boards come out. The dispenser lays down a silver-based conductive ink to print your circuit right before your eyes. Assembling traditional and additive boards is easy with the V-One’s solder paste dispensing and reflow features. Simply mount your board on the print bed and import your Gerber file into Voltera’s software.
No more stencils required
Voltera’s software is designed to be understood easily. From importing your Gerber files to the moment you press print, the software safely walks you through each step.
Compatible with EAGLE, Altium, KiCad, Mentor Graphics, Cadence, DipTrace, Upverter.
The V-One Desktop PCB Printer includes all accessories and consumables needed to get started:
Consumables
1 Conductor 2 cartridge
1 Solder Paste cartridge
10 2"x3" FR4 substrates
6 3"x4" FR4 substrates
10 2"x3" FR1 substrates
6 3"x4" FR1 substrates
25 Disposable 230 micron nozzles
1 Burnishing pad
1 Solder wire spool
1 Drill bit set
200 0.4 mm rivets
200 1.0 mm rivets
2 Rivet tools
1 Sacrificial layer
1 Hello World starter kit
1 Punk Console starter kit
Accessories
2 Substrate clamps and thumbscrews
2 Dispensers with caps
1 Probe
1 Drill
1 Set of safety glasses
1 Voltera anti-static tweezers
Downloads
Specifications
V-One Software
Manuals
Safety Datasheets
Technical Datasheets
Voltera CAM file for EAGLE
Substrates and Templates
More Info
Frequently Asked Questions
More from the Voltera community
Technical Specifications
Printing Specifications
Minimum trace width
0.2 mm
Minimum passive size
1005
Minimum pin-to-pin pitch (conductive ink)
0.8 mml
Minimum pin-to-pin pitch (solder paste)
0.5 mml
Resistivity
12 mΩ/sq @ 70 um height
Substrate material
FR4
Maximum board thickness
3 mm
Soldering Specifications
Solder paste alloy
Sn42/Bi57.6/Ag0.4
Solder wire alloy
SnBiAg1
Soldering iron temperature
180-210°C
Print Bed
Print area
135 x 113.5 mm
Max. heated bed temperature
240°C
Heated bed ramp rate
~2°C/s
Footprint
Dimensions
390 x 257 x 207 mm (L x W x H)
Weight
7 kg
Computing Requirements
Compatible operating systems
Windows 7 or higher, MacOS 10.11 or higher
Compatible file format
Gerber
Connection type
Wired USB
Certification
EN 61326-1:2013
EMC requirements
IEC 61010-1
Safety requirements
CE Marking
Affixed to the Voltera V-One printers delivered to European customers
Designed and assembled in Canada.
More technical information
Quickstart
Explore Flexible Printed Electronics on the V-One
Voltera V-One Capabilities Reel
Voltera V-One PCB Printer Walkthrough
Unpacking the V-One
V-One: Solder Paste Dispensing and Reflow All-in-One
Voltera @ Stanford University's Bao Research Group: Robotic Skin and Stretchable Sensors
Voltera @ Princeton: The Future of Aerospace Innovation
DC brushed motors are the most commonly used and widely available motors in the market. The Cytron 10 Amp 5-30 V DC Motor Driver will help you add functionality to your DC motor. It supports both sign-magnitude PWM signal and locked-antiphase. It is compatible with full solid-state components resulting in higher response time and eliminates the wear and tear of the mechanical relay. Features Supports motor voltage from 5 V to 30 V DC Current up to 13 A continuous and 30 A peak 3.3 V and 5 V logic level input Compatible with Arduino and Raspberry Pi Speed control PWM frequency up to 20 kHz Fully NMOS H-Bridge for better efficiency No heat sink is required Bi-directional control for one Brushed DC motor Regenerative Braking Downloads User Manual Arduino Library
This PiCAN 2 board provides CAN-Bus capability for the Raspberry Pi 2/3. It uses the Microchip MCP2515 CAN controller with MCP2551 CAN transceiver. Connection are made via DB9 or 3-way screw terminal. This board includes a switch mode power suppler that powers the Raspberry Pi is well.
Easy to install SocketCAN driver. Programming can be done in C or Python.
Not suitable for Raspberry Pi 4, please use PiCAN 3 instead.
Features
CAN v2.0B at 1 Mb/s
High speed SPI Interface (10 MHz)
Standard and extended data and remote frames
CAN connection via standard 9-way sub-D connector or screw terminal
Compatible with OBDII cable
Solder bridge to set different configuration for DB9 connector
120Ω terminator ready
Serial LCD ready
LED indicator
Foot print for two mini push buttons
Four fixing holes, comply with Pi Hat standard
SocketCAN driver, appears as can0 to application
Interrupt RX on GPIO25
5 V/1 A SMPS to power Raspberry Pi and accessories from DB9 or screw terminal
Reverse polarity protection
High efficiency switch mode design
6-20 V input range
Optional fixing screws – select at bottom of this webpage
Downloads
User guide
Schematic Rev B
Writing your own program in Python
Python3 examples in Github
It is possible to control Cytron 25Amp 7-58 V High Voltage DC Motor Driver with PWM and DIR inputs. The input logic voltage ranges from 1.8 V to 30 V and the board is compatible with variety of host controllers (such as Arduino, Raspberry Pi, PLC). If you don't want to deal with programming to control the motor, there is an option to control the motor driver from a potentiometer (speed) and a switch (direction). You can also test the motor quickly and conveniently using the onboard test buttons and motor output LEDs without the need to hook up the host controller. It is possible to power the host controller with the buck regulator which produces 5 V output. This is especially useful for high voltage applications where no additional power source nor high voltage buck regulator is needed. This motor driver also incorporates various protection features. If the motor stalls or you've hooked up an oversized motor, the overcurrent protection will take care of the board and protect it from damage. If the motor is trying to draw current more than what the motor driver can support, the motor current will be limited at the maximum threshold. Assisted by temperature protection, the maximum current limiting threshold depends on the board temperature. The higher the board temperature, the lower the current limiting threshold. Note: Power input does not have reverse-voltage protection. Connecting the battery in reverse polarity will damage the motor driver instantaneously. Features Bidirectional control for one brushed DC motor Operating Voltage: DC 7 V to 58 V Maximum Motor Current: 25 A continuous, 60 A peak 5 V output for the host controller (250 mA max) Buttons for quick testing LEDs for motor output state Dual Input Mode: PWM/DIR or Potentiometer/Switch Input PWM/DIR Inputs compatible with 1.8 V, 3.3 V, 5 V, 12 V and 24 V logic (Arduino, Raspberry Pi, PLC, etc) PWM frequency up to 40 kHz (Output frequency is fixed at 16 kHz) Overcurrent protection with active current limiting Temperature protection Undervoltage shutdown Scope of delivery 1 × MD25HV (motor driver board) 1 × Potentiometer with connector 1 × Rocker switch with connector 4 × Nylon PCB Standoffs/Spacers Documents Datasheet Sample Code