TB6612FNG Dual Motor Driver

Efficient dual H-bridge driver for small robot cars and DC motors.

DC Motor DriverRM8-RM25Intermediate

Arduino ✓ESP32 ✓Raspberry Pi Pico ✓

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AI Ready Overview

Quick Summary

TB6612FNG is a dc motor driver commonly used in FYP and embedded projects. It is best for robot car and small dc motor control, with wiring and testing planned around Arduino, ESP32, Raspberry Pi Pico.

Difficulty

Intermediate

Time Required

1-2 weeks for wiring, basic code, platform integration and repeated test readings

Cost

RM8-RM25 module range in Malaysia; full project cost depends on scope.

Components

TB6612FNG, Arduino, ESP32, Raspberry Pi Pico

Overview

What is TB6612FNG?

TB6612FNG is a compact dual motor driver for small DC motors. It is usually more efficient and smaller than older L298N boards for lightweight robot projects.

Engineering Reference

Quick Specs

Operating Voltage	2.7V-5.5V logic / 4.5V-13.5V motor supply
Interface	PWM, GPIO
Difficulty	Intermediate
Typical Malaysia Price	RM8-RM25
Best For	Robot car, Small DC motor control

Real Usage Notes

Suitable / Not Suitable

Suitable for

✓ Robot car
✓ Small DC motor control
✓ PWM speed control

Not suitable for

✕ High-current motors
✕ Stepper motor control
✕ No motor power planning

Build Planning

Difficulty

TB6612FNG is rated Intermediate. Plan around 1-2 weeks for wiring, basic code, platform integration and repeated test readingsdepending on wiring, libraries, calibration, dashboard/app integration and testing evidence.

Build Planning

Time Required

1-2 weeks for wiring, basic code, platform integration and repeated test readings

Malaysia Price Guidance

Cost

Typical module price range: RM8-RM25. This is component guidance only; a complete FYP cost depends on controller, sensors, casing, display, app/dashboard, documentation and timeline.

Connections

Connection overview

Module revisions can use different connector names and electrical limits. Treat this as a planning overview and verify the exact board marking, manufacturer datasheet and seller documentation before wiring.

Power

Use only a supply supported by the exact board or module variant. Common listings for this part mention 2.7V-5.5V logic or 4.5V-13.5V motor supply.

Ground

Connect a common ground between the controller, module and any external supply.

Primary interface

Plan for PWM / GPIO; confirm the exact terminal names in the manufacturer documentation.

Variant-specific connections

Connector names and optional pins can differ between breakout-board revisions.

Platform Notes

Wiring Guides

TB6612FNG with Arduino / ESP32

This is a planning overview, not a board-specific pin map. Confirm the exact module revision, supply limits and PWM / GPIO terminals in its datasheet before wiring. Use suitable level shifting when logic voltages differ.

Power	Confirm against the exact board; listed variants commonly use 2.7V-5.5V logic / 4.5V-13.5V motor supply
Ground	Common ground with the controller
Interface	PWM, GPIO (exact pins vary by module)

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