micro:bit with external motor driver - MD13S

Introduction

If you use a micro:bit and want to control a bigger motor, you can use external motor driver with higher specification. In this tutorial, I'm using MD13S together with REKA:BIT.

Video

Hardware Preparation

This is the list of items used in the video.

• micro:bit with REKA:BIT
• 13Amp 6V-30V DC Motor Driver
• DC Brush Motor
• LiPo Rechargeable Battery
• Dean T LiPo Battery Wire Extension

Sample Program

This is MakeCode sample program.

Thank You

References:

• MD13S User's Manual
• micro:bit Analog Write Pin

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