Control DC motor using Maker Drive and CircuitPython on RP2040

Introduction

In this tutorial I will share how to control a DC motor using Maker Drive and program it using CircuitPython on the Maker Nano RP2040.

Video

Hardware Preparation

This is the list of items used in the video.

• Maker Nano RP2040
• Maker Drive
• Shield for Arduino Nano
• TT Gear Motor
• LiPo Battery 7.4V 450mAH
• JST RCY Receptacle
• 3D Printing

Sample Program

This is CircuitPython sample program. You need to include these libraries in your CIRCUITPY/lib folder. You can download it from CircuitPython Library Bundle.

• adafruit_motor

Thank You

References:

• Adafruit Learn: CircuitPython PWM

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