Using servos with ardumoto

Hi,
Its better to use a dedicated power source for your Arduino (as you are) and another dedicated power source for any power hungery devices such as motors and servos.

In some recent test I ran, the Arduino drew 10mA current whereas a single servo could draw upto 1.5 Amps at stall.

See here -

and

Notice the effect that the servos have on the quality of power, its best not to have that running through your Arduino.

Duane B

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