How to control a DC motor with an encoder

By itself, a DC motor can’t be controlled like a servo motor or a stepper motor. But add an encoder, and you unlock the full potential of the DC motor. Using this approach, you can harness the simplicity, even torque, and lightweight profile of a DC motor for your controlled application.

In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to control a motor with an attached magnetic encoder using the PID algorithm. You can watch a full walkthrough in the video below and then follow the steps in the tutorial while you work through the project.

You can find the full tutorial at our website:

https://www.curiores.com/dc-motor-control/