Motor Driver HAT for Raspberry Pi

Within Electronics and prototyping, incorporating motors will always greatly amplify the fun, since it not only adds an extra mechanical element into any project, but can also provide an incredibly wide range of functions due to the surprisingly diverse nature of motors. As such, this Motor Driver HAT for Raspberry Pi is a must-have for anyone who loves to Make Raspberry Pi projects, as it simply plugs onto the top of Raspberry Pi Boards (like a Hat!) to drive two DC Motors for whatever motor-needs your project may have.

This motor driver HAT, in a similar fashion to all of Waveshare’s  Fantastic Products, is built to a high quality standard, with a great number of features that not only keep the module operating consistently at peak performance, but also protect the board as well as whatever gets connected to it. It offers convenient I2C interfacing to allow users a wide range of options for setting up and utilising the HAT, and this even allows for the Motor Driver HAT to be stacked in an arrangement of up to 32 of these Modules for a total of 64 motors. This simple but robust functionality is precisely why we think this is one of the most convenient and useful Pi HATs around, and we hope you like it as much as we do.

Typical Applications for the Motor Driver HAT for Raspberry Pi:

Whether you want to build your own RC car to terrorise the local stray cats, create a self-balancing table to impress drunk people at parties, or Make any other DC Motor based project with Raspberry Pi, there are few HATs that are more convenient or functional than the Motor Driver HAT for Raspberry Pi. Stackable up to 32 times and featuring a good number of protection features for both your Pi and motors alike, Waveshare have once again proven that they know how to make Great Pi HATs for Makers.

Additional Resources:

• The Official Motor Driver HAT Wiki, which features the user manual, schematic, demo code and libraries to get you started.

When it comes to producing unique electronics components and modules, there are very few brands that can provide the quality that Waveshare can. Based in the Futian District in Shenzhen, China, Waveshare are experts in developing electronics to a high standard of quality, which have been thoroughly tested to work seamlessly with corresponding development platforms and systems – such as the E-Ink HATs for Raspberry Pi’s.

What we love most about Waveshare is how they are dedicated to providing quality products, and have moved away from the typical “Made in China” stigma – cheap products with cheap parts and components. Instead, Waveshare understand the value of supplying quality products and building sustainable relationships with international resellers and distributors. They know that consistent quality will result in consistent business, and as such they always ensure strict quality control for each and every product that comes out of the manufacturing plant.

We are always excited to peruse through their vast catalogue of exciting new products to find unique modules, components or even entire development boards that are designed with quality in mind. Because we know that every cent that we spend with Waveshare will be well-spent, with each product that order adding real value to our own catalogue of products.