Variable Motor Speed Controller
Variable Motor Speed Controller
by DC Labz
If you are looking to design a DC motor speed controller that functions without using a microcontroller. So in this post,
we'll see how to make such a controller and consider following the steps and pictures to build it easily. Let's get started!
Supplies:
IC - NE555 x 1
MOSFET - IRFZ44N x 1
Capacitors - 1000uF 16V x 1, 100nF x 1, 10nF x 1, 47nF x 2
Resistors - 1kΩ x 3, 10kΩ x 1, 50kΩ Potentiometer x 1
2 pin header connector with female connector x 2
8 Pin IC socket x 1
Heatsink (for MOSFET) & screw x 1
Veroboard or copper-clad board x 1
12V Motor
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Building the circuit by referring to the schematic. It's still a better idea to test any type of circuit on a breadboard before
making the nal prototype.
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Etching the PCB with HCL Here I used cupric chloride (CuCl2) as an etchant. Ferric Chloride can also be used.
CAUTION!
Chemicals are HAZARDOUS
Wear proper eye goggles for EYE PROTECTION !!
Always wear a MASK.
Wear hand GLOVES!! Don't touch the chemicals with your bare hands !!
Finally, it's time to test it. Before powering the circuit check everything for short circuits, faulty wiring and also check for
correct input polarity (Vcc & ground). Then power the circuit.
If THE MAGIC SMOKE hasn't appeared and the motor is spinning and everything is perfect, then turn the pot shaft to
check for the change in speed as you turn it. Do not overload the circuit!
Step 7: Success
Great! You have built your own Speed Controller for DC Motor. I'm making use of this module in one of my upcoming
projects and soon it'll be on Instructables.
Check out the DIY PCB drill press machine in which the module is used.
Nice design. How large of a motor have you tried running off of this?