L293D Motor Driver Module – Dual H-Bridge DC & Stepper Motor Driver for Arduino (4.5V–12V)

The L293D Motor Driver Module is a medium-power, dual H-bridge motor driver designed to control DC and stepper motors in robotics and embedded applications. Based on the popular L293D IC, this module simplifies the interface between microcontrollers and motors, relays, or solenoids.

You can control up to 2 DC motors with direction and speed, or 4 DC motors for simple on/off switching. It also supports stepper motor control, making it ideal for line-following robots, micro-mouse bots, robot arms, and mechatronics projects.

The two H-bridge channels can be connected in parallel for increased current capacity or in series to support higher input voltages.

Key Features:

• Based on L293D dual H-Bridge motor driver IC

• Controls 2 DC motors with direction and speed OR 1 stepper motor

• Operating Voltage: 4.5V – 12V DC

• Total DC Current: Up to 600mA

• Can drive 4 DC motors (on/off) or 2 DC motors (full control)

• Channels can be paralleled for higher current or series-connected for higher voltage

• Screw terminals for easy motor connection

• Male berg-stick connectors for VCC, GND, and logic input

• Compact, PCB-mountable design

Applications:

• DIY robotics

• Arduino motor control

• Mechatronics systems

• Line-following robots

• Micro-mouse and maze bots

• Educational robotics kits

• Relay and solenoid control projects

This module is perfect for hobbyists, students, and engineers needing reliable motor control in compact systems.