IRDA Robot Controller (Arduino UNO Compatible)
Arduino UNO compatible robot controller with on-board IR receiver and dual 1000 mA motor driver.
- Material
- PCB & electronic components
- Age range
- 8+
- Category
- STEM Robotics & Electronics
- Customisation
- OEM & ODM available
Specifications, component counts and packaging are configurable. Figures shown reflect our standard configuration.
Key features
- ATmega328P with stable CH340 USB-serial; IR receiver on D12 for infrared remote control of robots.
- All pins broken out to standard 3-pin GVS sensor headers (D0/D1 reserved for download).
- Auto-detects and switches between external and USB power; 500 mA USB fuse protects the computer's motherboard.
- Dual-channel DC motor driver with 1000 mA output drives most small and mid-size robot car motors — no external driver needed.
- Screw-free terminals connect batteries and motor leads directly; Type-C USB download port; RST and function buttons plus red power and blue D13 test LEDs; full software support for Ardublock.
Frequently asked about this product
Which programming environments work with the IRDA Robot Controller (Arduino UNO Compatible)?
The IRDA Robot Controller (Arduino UNO Compatible) is supported by the mainstream maker toolchains: Arduino IDE (C/C++), Mixly and Mind+ (graphical), plus Scratch/mBlock for younger learners. Sample code and lessons ship with the product, and the board follows the standard pinout so existing shields and modules connect directly.
What voltage does the IRDA Robot Controller (Arduino UNO Compatible) run on?
The IRDA Robot Controller (Arduino UNO Compatible) runs from a standard 3.3-5 V DC supply (USB or the controller’s 5 V rail). It draws only a few milliamps in normal operation, so it is safe to power from the controller board itself for classroom builds.
What projects is the IRDA Robot Controller (Arduino UNO Compatible) good for?
The IRDA Robot Controller (Arduino UNO Compatible) is built for STEM and robotics education: classroom demonstrations, science-fair projects, robotics club builds and competition robots. It pairs with the rest of our module range — same connectors, same voltage, same toolchain — so students move from first circuit to competition robot without changing platforms.
What certification do the robotics and electronics products carry?
Controller boards, sensors and modules ship with CE marking and RoHS-compliant components, and the range is designed for classroom use under teacher supervision. Product-specific test reports and declarations of conformity are available for distributors on request.
What is the minimum order quantity, and can I get a sample first?
These are standard catalogue lines with stable production, so minimums are low and lead times are short. Samples ship within about a week and are normally credited against a first order. Mixed-SKU cartons are accepted for evaluation orders.
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