Pololu SMC02B Micro Dual Serial Motor Controller User Guide

The Pololu SMC02B guide explains wiring, serial configuration, motor control commands and troubleshooting for the Micro Dual Serial Motor Controller.


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Brand
Pololu
Category
Other device
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
12
File format
PDF
File size
157 KB
Published
30 September, 2026
Updated
30 September, 2026
MD5 checksum
3720DAAC3301C458A94193FFADBC6226

About this manual

This user guide provides all the information needed to integrate the Pololu Micro Dual Serial Motor Controller (model SMC02B) into a robot or small mechanism. It covers safety warnings, pin functions, power connections, serial interface settings, configuration of motor numbers and modes, and example code for a BASIC Stamp II controller.

The document also details how to reset the controller, troubleshoot common issues, and outlines the hardware specifications such as voltage ranges, current limits, and PCB dimensions. It is intended for hobbyists and engineers building low‑voltage DC motor driven projects.

What's inside

  • Safety Warning
  • Contacting Pololu
  • Module Pinout
  • Connecting the Motor Controller
  • Basics of the Serial Interface
  • Configuring the Motor Controller
  • Using the Motor Controller
  • Example BASIC Stamp II Program
  • Troubleshooting Tips
  • Specifications

Specifications

Motor supply voltage1.8‑9.0 V
Logic supply voltage2.5‑5.5 V
Maximum motor current (dual‑motor mode)up to 1 A
Maximum motor current (single‑motor mode)up to 2 A
Serial baud‑rate range1200‑19200 baud
PCB size0.90" × 0.45"

Frequently asked questions

What is the default motor configuration?

By default the controller is set to two‑motor mode controlling motor numbers 2 and 3.

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