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Adafruit Motor Shield V2 Resources

Adafruit Motor Shield V2

Stackable, high current DC and Stepper motor shield

by lady ada

published July 09, 2013, last edited September 09, 2025

posted in Adafruit Products

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FAQ
Install Headers & Terminals
Install Software
- Library Reference
- Arduino Library Docs
Powering Motors
Using RC Servos
Using DC Motors
Using Stepper Motors
Python & CircuitPython
- Python Docs
Stacking Shields
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Wikipedia has tons of information on steppers
Jones on stepper motor types
Jason on reverse engineering the stepper wire pinouts

PCB files are on GitHub

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