john.l said:
what is the purpose of L293D and cost ? is there any alternative for this ic ?
Purpose motor needs 12 volts power supply and output of microcontroller is 5 volts. This ic acts like converter(actually its not convertor but for simplicity u can consider.)
cost in pune,india it will cost near Rs.100/-
alternative u can use transistor circuit. but it will be large size and complex as compare to 293, so i will suggest 239
Let me know if you need any more help
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