SparkFun Electronics Power Management IC Development Tools ROB-13911

The Power Management IC Development Tools Serial Control Motor Driver (part number ROB-13911) is designed for controlling small DC motors using microcontrollers and similar devices. It supports multiple communication protocols, including I2C, SPI, and UART, allowing for flexible integration into various systems. The driver can handle a peak current of 1.5 A per channel and a steady-state current of 1.2 A, operating within a voltage range of 3 to 11 volts, with a maximum voltage of 12 volts. This motor driver features 127 levels of DC drive strength and allows for direction inversion on a per-motor basis. It includes a global drive enable function and an expansion port that can accommodate up to 16 additional drivers via I2C. The device is equipped with an exposed TO-220 heat sink shape for effective thermal management and offers configurable settings for both the expansion bus bit rate and update rate. Optional fail-safe and diagnostic features are also available, making it suitable for multi-motor designs and complex applications.