The Pololu Tic T500 is a versatile stepper motor controller that provides open-loop speed or position control for bipolar stepper motors. With multiple interface options including USB, serial, I²C, and analog inputs, it integrates easily into a wide range of projects.

Configure settings using the free Tic Control Center software for Windows, Linux, and macOS. Features include acceleration/deceleration limiting and optional safety controls to prevent unexpected motor operation.

Key Features

• Multiple Interfaces – USB, TTL serial, I²C, RC servo pulses, analog voltage, quadrature encoder
• Wide Voltage Range – 4.5V to 35V motor supply
• 1.5A Continuous Current – Per phase, no additional cooling required
• Microstepping – Full, half, 1/4, and 1/8 step resolutions
• High Speed – Up to 50,000 steps per second
• Precise Low Speed – Down to 1 step every 200 seconds
• Automatic Decay – MP6500 driver with automatic decay mode selection
• Safety Controls – Optional protections against unexpected motor power-up

Specifications

• Motor Supply Voltage – 4.5V to 35V
• Continuous Current – 1.5A per phase (no heatsink)
• Peak Current – 2.5A per phase
• Microstepping – Full, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8
• Max Speed – 50,000 steps/second
• Driver IC – MP6500 (Monolithic Power Systems)

Ideal For

• CNC machines and 3D printers
• Robotics and automation
• Camera sliders and motion control
• Position-controlled systems
• USB-controlled motor projects

Resources

• Pololu Product Page