DCC-EX Motor Shield

(40 customer reviews)

Price range: £42.99 through £64.99

A DCC-EX 8874 motor shield for Arduino-based command station builds, using DRV8874 drivers with integrated current sensing and optional 15V 5A power supply.

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Description

DCC-EX 8874 Motor Shield for Command Station Builds

The EX-Motorshield8874 is a DCC-EX compatible motor shield for Arduino-based model railway command station builds. It is pin compatible with the original Arduino Motor Shield Rev3, but offers improved electrical performance for higher loads and more robust DCC-EX use.

Key Features

  • Designed for DCC-EX: ideal for DIY DCC-EX command station builds and upgrades.
  • DRV8874 H-bridge drivers: based on two Texas Instruments DRV8874 motor drivers with integrated current sensing.
  • Wide input supply range: onboard DC-DC buck converter supports Arduino power from a 9V to 30V input supply.
  • Reverse polarity protection: helps protect the circuit if the power supply is accidentally connected the wrong way round.
  • Status LED: gives a visual indication of supply status.

Compatibility and Use Cases

The 8874 motor shield is specifically designed for use with a DCC-EX command station or compatible Arduino-based DCC-EX build. It can also be used as a stronger replacement for an Arduino Motor Shield R3 in suitable electronics projects involving inductive loads such as relays, solenoids, DC motors and stepper motors.

Recommended Accessories

For a neater build, pair the board with a DCC-EX WiFi shield, a 3D printed DCC-EX case and a compatible 15V 5A DC power supply.

Setup Guides and Support

For build guidance, see the DCCEX setup guide and Arduino guide and sketches. If you are comparing the ready-to-run and DIY routes, start with which DCC-EX products CMMME supplies.

Reference

Additional information

Weight 0.3 kg
Dimensions 10 × 10 × 10 cm
Include Power Supply

Yes (15v 5a), No

40 reviews for DCC-EX Motor Shield

1-5 of 40 reviews
  1. works as intended

  2. Excellent piece of equipment, very helpful if you need assistance.

  3. Great

  4. Arrived on time and well packaged. Using this for a DCC-EX build that works brilliantly.

  5. This item was missing from my delivery. One phone call and it was shipped for next day delivery. Great service

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