16Amp 7-30V Industrial DC Motor Driver

iMD16 Industrial Motor Driver: Deployment-Ready with Integrated Controls and Protective Enclosure

Brushed DC motors are the most widely used motors thanks to their simplicity, just apply DC voltage and they spin. However, controlling speed and direction reliably in real environments requires more than just a basic driver. That’s where the iMD16 Industrial Motor Driver comes in. Built from Cytron’s proven motor driver design, the iMD16 upgrades it into a fully enclosed, industrial-ready solution, without sacrificing ease of use.

Built for Real-World Environments

The iMD16 is more than just a motor driver; it is a deployment-ready solution designed to perform in demanding industrial conditions.

• Rugged Protection: Housed in a robust metal enclosure, the internal electronics are shielded from dust, debris, and accidental contact. This makes it ideal for immediate use on factory floors, in AGVs, and for field deployments where open-board drivers would be at risk.
• Integrated Thermal Management: The heavy-duty metal casing is not just for protection, it doubles as a high-efficiency passive heatsink. By transferring heat directly from the driver to the chassis, the iMD16 maintains stable performance under high current loads.
• Reliable 16A Performance: This advanced thermal design allows the driver to confidently deliver a continuous 16A current (up to 30A peak) without the need for noisy or failure-prone cooling fans.
• Maintenance-Free Durability: With its fanless design and shielded housing, the iMD16 is built for long-term, maintenance-free operation in harsh environments where reliability is critical.

Ready to be Deployed Right Out of the Box

The iMD16 eliminates the complexity of traditional motor setups. Designed as a standalone solution, it removes the need for external microcontrollers, additional casing design, extra wiring harnesses, or custom coding to get your system moving.

• Pre-Wired Manual Controls: The iMD16 includes a dedicated speed potentiometer and a 3-position rocker switch (Forward-OFF-Reverse). Both come pre-terminated with high-quality connectors, allowing for instant "plug-in" operation or easy panel mounting without any soldering.
• Zero Configuration Needed: No firmware to flash and no software parameters to tune. Simply plug in the included control accessories, connect your power source and motor via the secure screw terminals, and you are ready to operate.
• Built-in Logic & Switching: The driver manages the control logic internally. The included rocker switch provides intuitive ON/OFF and Direction control, making it a "complete" control station in a single package.
• Deployment-Ready Terminals: Industrial-grade screw terminals ensure that your power and motor wiring is secure and vibration-resistant, taking you from the box to a working machine in minutes.

Flexible Integration: From Manual to Fully Automated

While the iMD16 is ready for standalone use, it is designed to scale with your automation needs. Whether you are using a simple switch or a sophisticated factory controller, the iMD16 adapts to your control architecture.

• Universal Controller Compatibility: The iMD16 interfaces seamlessly with PLCs, microcontrollers (like Arduino or Raspberry Pi), and dedicated industrial motion controllers.
• PLC-Ready Logic Levels: Designed for the factory floor, the driver supports a wide range of logic voltages (up to 30V). This allows for direct connection to 24V PLC outputs without the need for additional level shifters or signal converters.
• Dual-Mode Control: You can easily transition from the included manual accessories to external PWM and digital signals. This makes it ideal for prototyping with the manual knob and then switching to automated control for the final deployment.
• Simplified Professional Wiring: Use the same secure screw terminals for your external control signals, ensuring a robust connection that handles the vibration and electrical noise often found in industrial environments.

Clean, Accessible Connections

All critical connections are extended to panel-mount screw terminals, making installation clean and secure:

• Power input (VIN)
• Motor output (MA, MB)
• External control (PWM, DIR, GND)
• Direction switch and potentiometer

No more messy wiring or fragile connectors. Just solid, industrial-grade interfacing.

Ideal Applications

For engineers and machine builders who need reliable DC motor control without the complexity of a full industrial drive system.

• Agricultural equipment
• Conveyor and material handling systems
• Industrial automation setups
• Custom OEM machinery
• Standalone field-deployed equipment
• F&B equipment

• Industrial Metal Enclosure: Rugged metal casing protects against dust, debris, and accidental contact. Perfect for harsh environments while doubling as an effective heatsink.
• High Current Capability: Delivers up to 16A continuous current with support for high peak loads, ensuring reliable performance for demanding motor applications.
• Wide Operating Voltage (7V – 30V DC): Compatible with a broad range of power sources, from batteries to industrial power supplies*.
  • * If an industrial switching power supply is used, please connect it parallelly with the same voltage battery. This enables the battery to absorb regenerative power from the motor.
• Dual Control Modes (Manual + External):
  • Built-in potentiometer for speed control
  • Direction switch interface for easy forward/reverse control
  • PWM/DIR input for microcontroller or PLC integration
• PLC-Friendly Input: Accepts wide logic levels (up to 30V), making it directly compatible with industrial PLC systems, no level shifting required.
• Bidirectional Motor Control: Full forward and reverse control with simple logic input or manual switching.
• Brake Functionality: Automatically engages braking when PWM signal is low, providing safer and more controlled motor stopping.
• Optimized Thermal Design: Internal thermal pad transfers heat from the driver to the enclosure, improving heat dissipation and long-term reliability.
• Panel-Mount Screw Terminals: Clean, secure, and accessible connections for:
  • Power input
  • Motor output
  • Control signals
• Status Indicator LEDs: Built-in LEDs provide instant feedback on:
  • Power presence
  • Motor operation status
• Plug-and-Play Deployment: No programming required. Get started instantly with manual controls, or integrate into advanced systems when needed.

Specifications:

• Input Voltage: 7V – 30V DC
• Continuous Motor Current: 16A
• Peak Motor Current: 30A (<10 seconds)
• Logic Low Level (PWM/DIR): 0 – 0.5V
• Logic High Level (PWM/DIR): 3 – 30V
• Internal PWM Frequency: 9 – 11 kHz
• External PWM Frequency: DC – 20 kHz

• 1 x iMD16
• 1 x 10kOhm Potentiometer with connector
• 1 x 3-Way Rocker Switch with connector
• 1 x JST PH connector for signal (PWM/DIR) control
• 1 x Mini Phillips Screwdriver
• 1 x Quick Start Guide Card

• Getting Started Guide for iMD16
• iMD16 Datasheet
• 3D CAD