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Roboclaw DB15 Breakout Board
Best wiring solution for robotics hobbyists building custom motor control systems.
The Roboclaw DB15 Breakout Board is an essential accessory for seamless integration with Roboclaw Motor Controllers. It simplifies wiring by providing dedicated inputs for encoders, RC control signals, and TTL serial communication. Featuring standard 2.54mm (0.1") male headers, it ensures broad compatibility with common robotics wiring. The board includes four solder jumpers for configurable 1k pull-up resistors for quadrature encoder inputs, allowing for easy adaptation to your specific setup. This breakout board streamlines the connection between motor controllers and critical feedback and control systems, enhancing your robotics projects.
$19.98
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
407
/ 1543
#407 in Development Boards
Price vs Category Average
-77%
Below average
Product Code
397000
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Who it's for
- Robotics builders requiring stable connections in high-vibration environments
- Developers wanting efficient testing and rapid troubleshooting of motor controllers
- Engineers needing quick and tidy wiring for complex sensor setups
Who should skip it
- Designers working within extremely tight or space-constrained robotic enclosures
- Budget-conscious hobbyists managing strict project spending limits
- Makers using non-Roboclaw hardware or incompatible motor controller models
Performance breakdown
Wiring Efficiency
Drastically reduces cable clutter for complex motor controller setups.
Integration Versatility
Seamlessly bridges motor controllers with standard microcontrollers and sensors.
Prototyping Speed
Standard header spacing allows for rapid breadboard testing and iteration.
Signal Customization
Solder jumpers provide essential flexibility for various encoder signal requirements.
Build Reliability
Robust design ensures stable connections during high-vibration robotics operation.
Component Compatibility
Universal 0.1-inch pitch ensures broad compatibility with common hobbyist components.
Key Specs
Product Code
TE-397-000
Header Pitch
2.54 mm (0.1")
Input for Two Encoders
Input for Two RC Channels
TTL Serial Communication (Rx/Tx)
Includes Four Solder Jumpers for Encoder Pull-ups
Onboard 1k Pull-up Resistors for Encoders
Form Factor
Breakout Board
Features
- Simplifies Roboclaw motor controller integration
- Dedicated encoder and RC inputs
- Direct TTL serial communication support
- Configurable pull-up resistors via jumpers
- Standard 0.1-inch header spacing
- Facilitates easy prototyping and wiring
- Enhances feedback mechanism integration
- Designed for robotics applications
What customers say
Consumers consistently highlight the exceptional ease of use provided by the Roboclaw DB15 Breakout Board. This component transforms complicated wiring setups into simple, efficient operations, eliminating the need for tedious soldering and significantly accelerating project assembly. The quality of the terminal blocks and the robust construction ensure reliable, dependable connections. Users view this board as an essential tool for achieving clean organization and straightforward integration with the Roboclaw controller, making complex robotics projects much more manageable.
Know before you buy
Yes, it is designed specifically for seamless integration with the Roboclaw series to simplify wiring for encoders, RC signals, and TTL serial communication.
The onboard pull-up resistors are essential for ensuring clean, reliable signals from your quadrature encoders. You can easily enable or disable them using the four integrated solder jumpers depending on your specific encoder requirements.
Yes, the board features a standard 2.54mm (0.1") header pitch, making it fully compatible with breadboards and common prototyping setups.
The board provides dedicated inputs for two encoders, two RC channels, and direct TTL serial communication (Rx/Tx), streamlining the connection between your motor controller and control systems.
Yes, the board includes four solder jumpers that you must bridge with solder to activate the 1k pull-up resistors for your encoder inputs.
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