What hardware is needed to control 2 continuous servo motors with a pro mini?
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- 2 continuous servo motors, wire, 6v power supply, pro mini, maybe sensors and switches.
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Does the mini need any kind of a shield?
- Not necessary.
Any recommended USB adapter?
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You need to decide how your pro mini will be powered.
You need to decide how to power the servos. -
A pro mini doesn’t have USB.
What might be an inexpensive USB connector to go between the computer and mini
for downloading code?
Why a ProMini, and which one. 8MHz/3.3volt-logic or 16MHz/5volt-logic.
With a ProMini you don't get the convinience of easy programming, like with the Nano v3.
Leo..
The pro mini doesn't need any hardware to control servos (continuous or standard), but you do need a separate 4.8 to 6V power supply, capable of delivering 2 Amperes or more. Don't forget to connect the grounds.
Single servo example:
Thank you
The mini was a suggestion. I'm just looking for the least expensive package to help a scout merit badge. I think I need 5 volts.
Thank you
It is the least expensive exactly because a lot of the expected functions of this board is missing, with regards to programming it. It makes sense using a Pro Mini if you want to use a lot of these, but not if you only want to make one. I would choose a classic Nano instead.
Thank you
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