{"product_id":"l293d-quadruple-half-h-motor-driver-ic-16-pin-dip-package","title":"L293D (Quadruple Half-H Motor Driver IC - 16-Pin DIP Package)","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\" id=\"p-rc_90215bab7d2a1ebc-557\"\u003eWhile the massive L298N is designed for heavy-duty, high-current applications, the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"83\"\u003eL293D\u003c\/b\u003e is the absolute standard for driving smaller motors directly from a solderless breadboard. This classic 16-pin integrated circuit is a quadruple high-current \"half-H\" driver. In practical terms, this means it contains enough internal switching logic to form two complete full H-bridges. \u003cspan class=\"citation-636 citation-end-636\"\u003eWith just one chip, your Arduino, ESP32, or standard logic gate circuit can independently control the speed and forward\/reverse direction of two separate DC motors, or precisely drive a single bipolar stepper motor.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"1\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\" id=\"p-rc_90215bab7d2a1ebc-558\"\u003eThe most critical feature of this specific IC is denoted by the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"64\"\u003e\"D\"\u003c\/b\u003e at the end of the part number. \u003cspan class=\"citation-635 citation-end-635\"\u003eThe L293D includes integrated flyback (clamping) diodes built directly into the silicon.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"2\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-634 citation-end-634\"\u003eWhen an inductive load like a DC motor turns off, it generates a massive, reverse-voltage spike that can instantly fry a delicate microcontroller.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"3\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-633 citation-end-633\"\u003eThe internal diodes of the L293D safely absorb these spikes, meaning you do not have to clutter your breadboard or custom PCB with external protective diodes.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"4\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-632 citation-end-632\"\u003eHoused in a standard 16-pin DIP package, it perfectly bridges the gap between low-voltage digital logic and the high-voltage, high-current physical world.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"5\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Functional Advantages:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" id=\"p-rc_90215bab7d2a1ebc-559\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-631\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-631\"\u003eBuilt-in Flyback Diodes (\"D\" Version):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-631 citation-end-631\"\u003e Internally protects your delicate 3.3V and 5V microcontrollers from the destructive inductive kickback generated by spinning motors and clicking relays.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"6\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" id=\"p-rc_90215bab7d2a1ebc-560\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-630\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-630\"\u003eDual Power Supplies:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-630 citation-end-630\"\u003e Features two completely separate power input pins.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"7\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Pin 16 (VSS) powers the internal logic (typically 5V), while Pin 8 (VS) provides the \"muscle\" power for the motors, safely accepting anywhere from 4.5V up to 36V. \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBreadboard Native (DIP-16):\u003c\/b\u003e The standard 0.1-inch pin pitch allows for rapid prototyping on a breadboard or easy installation into a standard 16-pin IC socket on a permanent perfboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\" id=\"p-rc_90215bab7d2a1ebc-561\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-629\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-629\"\u003eSolid Current Capacity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-629 citation-end-629\"\u003e Capable of delivering a continuous 600mA per channel (with a peak of 1.2A for short bursts), making it perfectly sized for standard \"TT\" gear motors and small robotics.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"8\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCenter Ground Heatsink:\u003c\/b\u003e The four center pins (Pins 4, 5, 12, and 13) are all tied to Ground and physically connected to the chip's internal die, designed to safely conduct heat away from the silicon and into your PCB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePerfect For:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDIY Smart Cars \u0026amp; Rovers:\u003c\/b\u003e The absolute go-to silicon for driving the classic yellow \"TT\" gear motors found in 2-wheel-drive Arduino robot chassis kits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" id=\"p-rc_90215bab7d2a1ebc-562\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-628\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-628\"\u003eSmall Stepper Control:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-628 citation-end-628\"\u003e Easily interfaces with your microcontroller to drive small bipolar stepper motors (like those found in old CD-ROM drives) for micro-CNC and plotter projects.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"9\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" id=\"p-rc_90215bab7d2a1ebc-563\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-627\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-627\"\u003eDriving Relays \u0026amp; Solenoids:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-627 citation-end-627\"\u003e Highly effective as a heavy-duty buffer to trigger mechanical relays, solenoids, or bright LED strips that require more current than a standard GPIO pin can provide.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"10\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\" id=\"p-rc_90215bab7d2a1ebc-564\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-626\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-626\"\u003eEducational Robotics:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-626 citation-end-626\"\u003e The standard introductory motor driver in STEM classrooms, teaching the fundamentals of PWM speed control and H-bridge logic.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"11\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" id=\"p-rc_90215bab7d2a1ebc-565\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDriver Type:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-625 citation-end-625\"\u003e Quadruple Half-H (or Dual Full-H) Bridge\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"12\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLogic Supply Voltage (Vss):\u003c\/b\u003e 4.5V to 7V (Typically tied to 5V)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" id=\"p-rc_90215bab7d2a1ebc-566\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-624\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-624\"\u003eMotor Supply Voltage (Vs):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-624 citation-end-624\"\u003e 4.5V to 36V DC\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"13\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaximum Continuous Current:\u003c\/b\u003e 600mA per channel (L293D version)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\" id=\"p-rc_90215bab7d2a1ebc-567\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-623\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-623\"\u003ePeak Output Current:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-623 citation-end-623\"\u003e 1.2A per channel (Non-repetitive)\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"14\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLogic Inputs:\u003c\/b\u003e Standard TTL Compatible (High\/Low)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIntegrated Protection:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes (Internal Flyback Diodes included in the \"D\" suffix version)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePackage \/ Case:\u003c\/b\u003e 16-DIP (0.300\", 7.62mm width)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,8,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,8,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMounting Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Through-Hole (PTH)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"K-TECHNICS","offers":[{"title":"Default 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