Arduino-Compatible Motor Servo Shield with PCA9685 and TB6612FNG Chips, Supports PS2 Handle Wireless Control

Arduino-Compatible Motor Servo Shield with PCA9685 and TB6612FNG Chips, Supports PS2 Handle Wireless Control

The Arduino-Compatible Motor Servo Shield is an advanced driver board designed for robotic arm (MeArm) and mobile robot control applications. It combines the PCA9685 16-channel PWM controller and the TB6612FNG dual motor driver chip, providing stable, efficient, and highly expandable motor and servo control through a single I²C communication interface.

This board is engineered to connect seamlessly with Arduino Uno and supports PS2 handle wireless control, making it ideal for robotics education, automation projects, and DIY development. With multiple servo and motor outputs, it offers both versatility and precision for creative robotics applications.

Key Features

• Fully Compatible with Arduino: Easily connects to Arduino Uno through the I²C interface without using data pins, ensuring maximum expandability.

• Dual Control Chips: Equipped with PCA9685 for 16-channel PWM servo control and TB6612FNG for high-efficiency DC and stepper motor driving.

• Supports PS2 Wireless Controller: Includes a dedicated PS2 handle slot for smooth wireless control and operation.

• High Performance: TB6612FNG delivers 1.2A continuous current and 3.2A peak, outperforming older L298N modules.

• Multi-Device Support:

  • Controls up to 8 Servos

  • Drives up to 4 DC motors

  • Sensor & Module Expansion: Integrated ports for ultrasonic sensors and Bluetooth modules.

• Educational Ready: Ideal for MeArm robotic arms, DIY robot cars, and classroom learning projects.

Specifications

• Main Chips: PCA9685 (PWM) + TB6612FNG (Motor Driver)

• Communication Interface: I²C (requires Arduino Uno or compatible board)

• Motor Output: 1.2A continuous, 3.2A peak per channel

• Servo Output: 8 Servos 1 A

• DC Motor Support: Up to 4 motors or 2 stepper motors

• Wireless Interface: Dedicated PS2 handle slot

• Additional Ports: Ultrasonic sensor and Bluetooth module interface

• Power Input: 5V DC recommended

• Programming: Supports Arduino IDE and graphical programming environments

Applications

• PS2-controlled robotic arm and MeArm projects

• Arduino-based robotic cars and automation systems

• Educational and research-based robotics learning

• DIY robotics and mechatronics prototyping

Package Includes

• 1 × Arduino-Compatible Motor Servo Shield (PCA9685 + TB6612FNG)

Important Notes

• Requires Arduino Uno (not included) for operation; cannot function independently.

• Use a 5V 5A power supply for stable performance when driving multiple motors and servos.

• PS2 wireless controller not included.

• Product images are for illustration; actual appearance may differ slightly.