Fermion: TB6612FNG 2x1.2A DC Motor Driver (Breakout)
DFRobot · DRI0044

DRI0044A micro dual-way DC motor driver uses TB6612FNG IC, requiring four pins to drive two motors. Compatible with L298N code, it suits DIY projects and Arduino.
Pinout
| Pin | Position | Type | Function | Voltage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DIR1 | 1 | digital input | motor 1 direction control | |
| PWM1 | 2 | pwm input | motor 1 PWM speed control | |
| PWM2 | 3 | pwm input | motor 2 PWM speed control | |
| DIR2 | 4 | digital input | motor 2 direction control | |
| GND | 5 | ground | negative power supply | |
| VCC | 6 | power | logic supply or high IO output | 3.3-5V |
| M1 | 7 | motor output | motor A output 1 | |
| M1- | 8 | motor output | motor A output 2 | |
| M2 | 9 | motor output | motor B output 1 | |
| M2- | 10 | motor output | motor B output 2 | |
| GND | 11 | ground | negative power supply | |
| VM(<12V) | 12 | power | motor drive power | 3.3-12V |
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