Can I Control a 2-Way Motor and Change Direction without an Arduino?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around controlling a 2-way motor and changing its direction after a few revolutions per minute (RPM) without using an Arduino. Participants explore various methods and components that could facilitate this control.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant inquires about controlling a 2-way motor and changing its direction without an Arduino.
  • Another participant suggests using an H-bridge as a necessary component for motor control.
  • A different participant proposes that it is possible to control the motor without an Arduino by using stepper motors and stepper controllers.
  • There is a question about whether a DC 12V motor can be controlled with an Arduino, with responses indicating that direct control from Arduino pins is not feasible, but control signals from an Arduino are possible.
  • One participant recommends looking into an Arduino motor shield as a potential solution for motor control.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing views on the necessity of an Arduino for controlling the motor, with some suggesting alternative methods while others focus on Arduino-based solutions. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the best approach to achieve the desired motor control.

Contextual Notes

Participants do not clarify specific assumptions about the motor type or the exact requirements for changing direction, leaving some aspects of the discussion open to interpretation.

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how can I control 2-way motor, to be specific I want to change direction after few rpm, is it possible to do it without arduino
 
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innovation001 said:
how can I control 2-way motor, to be specific I want to change direction after few rpm, is it possible to do it without arduino

Yes you can do it. Google "stepper motors" and "stepper controllers".
 
innovation001 said:
is this possible to control DC 12V motor with arduino ?
do you mean DIRECTLY from the arudino pins... no

do you mean with control signals from an arduino... yes

why don't you look at the link I posted
 

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