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title: "Adafruit 16-Channel 12-bit PWM/Servo Driver with I2C Interface"
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price: "€ 39.58"
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# I2C interface for seamless multi-device control 16 independent 12-bit PWM channels for precision Built-in polarity protection & 220Ω resistors for durability Adafruit 16-Channel 12-bit PWM/Servo Driver with I2C Interface

**Brand:** adafruit
**Price:** € 39.58
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎛️ Unlock next-level control with 16 channels of precision PWM power!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Adafruit 16-Channel 12-bit PWM/Servo Driver with I2C Interface by adafruit
- **How much does it cost?** € 39.58 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sk](https://www.desertcart.sk/products/7789525-adafruit-16-channel-12-bit-pwm-servo-driver-with-i2c)

## Best For

- adafruit enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted adafruit brand quality
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## Key Features

- • **Robust & Reliable Design:** Polarity protection and 220Ω series resistors safeguard your components, letting you innovate without fear of damage.
- • **Plug-and-Play Convenience:** Grouped 3-pin connectors simplify wiring, making setup fast and frustration-free for busy makers and engineers.
- • **Scalable to Epic Proportions:** Chain up to 62 drivers to command nearly 1,000 PWM outputs—because why settle for less when you can build the ultimate machine?
- • **Effortless Multi-Servo Mastery:** Control up to 16 servos simultaneously with just 2 microcontroller pins—perfect for complex robotics or kinetic art.
- • **Precision PWM at Your Fingertips:** 12-bit resolution ensures smooth, flicker-free LED dimming and servo positioning for professional-grade projects.

## Overview

The Adafruit 16-Channel 12-bit PWM/Servo Driver is a compact, I2C-controlled breakout board that enables precise control of up to 16 servos or LEDs with 12-bit resolution. Featuring built-in polarity protection, 220Ω output resistors, and easy-to-use 3-pin connectors, it supports chaining up to 62 units for massive scalability. Ideal for robotics, LED projects, and complex automation, it transforms limited microcontroller PWM outputs into a powerhouse of control.

## Description

Adafruit 16-Channel 12-bit PWM/Servo Driver with I2C Interface

## Features

- i2c-controlled PWM driver with a built in clock
- Solder jumpers for the 6 address select pins
- Polarity protection on the terminal block input
- 3 pin connectors in groups of 4 so you can plug in 16 servos at once
- 220 ohm series resistors on all the output lines to protect them, and to make driving LEDs trivial

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| RAM | LPDDR3, LPDDR4 |
| Wireless Type | Bluetooth |
| Brand | Adafruit |
| Series | Adafruit 16-Channel 12-bit PWM/Servo Driver |
| Item model number | 815-fba-FBACA |
| Operating System | Linux |
| Item Weight | 0.317 ounces |
| Product Dimensions | 2.76 x 4.72 x 0.39 inches |
| Item Dimensions  LxWxH | 2.76 x 4.72 x 0.39 inches |
| Processor Brand | Broadcom |
| Number of Processors | 1 |
| Manufacturer | Adafruit |
| ASIN | B00EIB0U7A |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Date First Available | August 13, 2013 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Adafruit
- **Model Name:** Adafruit 16-Channel 12-bit PWM/Servo Driver
- **Connectivity Technology:** I2C
- **Included Components:** a fully tested and assembled breakout, 4 pieces of 3x4 male straight header (for servo/LED plugs), a 2-pin terminal block (for power), a piece of 6-pin 0.1" header (to plug into a breadboard)
- **Operating System:** Linux

## Images

![Adafruit 16-Channel 12-bit PWM/Servo Driver with I2C Interface - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/414YnTXrVfL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works great, buy a capacitor at the same time.
*by J***S on September 27, 2014*

Unlike another reviewer I got exactly what is shown here. The board soldered up great and works wonderfully. I wish it included the pin header for both sides of the board. You don't need this to use it, it's only used for daisy chaining many of these boards together. Still it would have been nice to have.If you're going to run servos with this board you're going to want to put a capacitor on the board. The capacitor is not included however there are solder pads for a capacitor. A good rule of thumb is 100uF capacitor size for each servo you're going to drive. Or just do it right and put a big one on there. I put a 470uF 36v capacitor from Radio Shack on there and I'm running two mini servos off the 5v bus on the pi. But a 10v capacitor would be better, they're smaller and would fit better.There are no included instructions and no good pinout even on Adafruit's learning website. Adafruiut has a good set of sample code on their web site. Here is the pinout I used for my Pi B+Pi GND (Pin 25) -> Servo board GND PinPi SCL (Pin 5) -> Servo board SCL PinPi SDA (Pin 3) -> Servo Board SDA PinPi 3.3V (Pin 1) -> Servo Board VCC PinPi 5V (Pin 4) -> Servo Board V+ Pin

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Simple I2C to multi servo driver board
*by U***G on June 28, 2016*

It does take a little work to assemble, but that is half the fun of doing these projects. It would help to place a nice big red marking on the external power connector so one does not connect the 5volt lines backwards. A little dab of fingernail polish does the trick.

### ⭐⭐⭐ Did not get pictured item
*by C***A on January 30, 2014*

What I actually got was 16 x 12-bit PWM & Servo Shield. It is the same IC but it is designed to go over top of the Arduino, so it is quite a bit larger. I am thinking about returning it but I also need to use this IC for my project, so I will probably just keep it. Buyer beware, you might not get the item pictured...

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