Product Description (Detailed):
Power your robotic platforms and DIY projects with our reliable and cost-effective 60 RPM BO Motor with Dual Shaft Straight. This popular BO (Battery Operated) series geared DC motor is a go-to choice for hobbyists, students, and educators building small to medium-sized robots, smart cars, and various automation systems. Its integrated gearbox provides a perfect balance of low speed and high torque, crucial for controlled movement and overcoming obstacles.
The 60 RPM BO Motor features a dual shaft straight design, meaning it has output shafts extending from both sides of the motor. This unique feature offers immense flexibility for your designs, allowing you to easily mount wheels on both sides for a balanced drivetrain, attach encoders to one shaft for feedback, or drive two separate mechanisms simultaneously. Operating efficiently within a common range of 3V to 12V DC (often recommended at 6V), these motors draw relatively low current (typically 40-180mA without load), making them suitable for battery-powered applications.
Equipped with a plastic gearbox, these motors are known for their cost-effectiveness, lightweight nature, and quiet operation. While plastic gears might not match the raw durability of metal gears in extreme stress scenarios, they are perfectly sufficient for most educational and hobbyist robot applications and offer good shock absorption. The 60 RPM output speed provides controlled motion, ideal for line-following robots, obstacle avoidance vehicles, or any project requiring deliberate, precise movement rather than high-speed travel. Mounting holes on the body ensure easy integration into custom chassis and robot platforms.
Whether you're assembling a 2WD or 4WD robot car, designing a custom automation system, or experimenting with geared mechanisms, the 60 RPM BO Motor with Dual Shaft Straight is an excellent choice. It offers good torque at lower operating voltages, simplifying your power supply requirements.
The 60 RPM Dual Shaft BO Motor (Straight Type) is a lightweight, cost-effective DC geared motor tailored for DIY electronics, robotics, and Arduino development. With a speed of 60 rotations per minute, it delivers just the right balance of torque and controllability for simple robot motion or mobile platforms.
This motor features a dual output shaft, allowing wheels or sensors to be mounted on either side. The straight-cut gear design ensures stable performance, smooth rotation, and low mechanical noise, making it ideal for educational kits, STEM projects, and beginner robotics.
It can be easily controlled using L293D, L298N motor drivers, or directly through an Arduino or Raspberry Pi-based microcontroller.
Key Features:
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60 RPM Output Speed: Provides balanced speed and torque for beginner-friendly robotic and smart vehicle applications.
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Dual Shaft Design: Features shafts on both sides for mounting wheels, encoders, or pulley systems.
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Straight Gear Drive: Offers reliable, low-noise performance ideal for Arduino-based robots and automation kits.
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Easy to Power: Runs on 3V to 12V DC, compatible with batteries, motor drivers, and microcontrollers.
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Perfect for DIY Projects: Commonly used in line followers, obstacle-avoiding robots, mini conveyors, and automated toys.
Technical Specifications:
Parameter |
Specification |
Motor Type |
DC Geared Motor (BO Type) |
Output Speed |
60 RPM ±10% (at 6V) |
Operating Voltage |
3V – 12V DC |
Recommended Voltage |
6V – 9V DC |
Output Shaft Type |
Dual shaft (one on each side) |
Shaft Diameter |
~5.5 mm (D-type or round) |
No Load Current (6V) |
~40–150 mA |
Rated Torque (approx.) |
~0.8–1.5 kg·cm (at 6V) |
Gear Type |
Straight gear |
Material |
ABS plastic body, metal gears |
Dimensions (approx.) |
70 × 23 × 22 mm |
Weight |
~30g |
Mounting Holes |
Provided (standard plastic case) |
How to Use:
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Power Input: Connect motor terminals to 3V–12V DC source via motor driver or direct battery pack.
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Direction Control: Reverse polarity to change rotation direction (CW/CCW).
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Mounting: Attach wheels to either shaft; use standard screws for base mounting.
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Control via Arduino: Connect through L293D/L298N for PWM speed control and H-Bridge for bidirectional rotation.
Pro Tip: Combine with robot chassis kits and motor brackets for easy robot assembly.
Applications:
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Line follower and obstacle avoidance robots
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Arduino-based smart cars and robot arms
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DIY conveyor belts or pulley mechanisms
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STEM education kits and school projects
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Mini vending machines or home automation models
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