Break feature on an L298

guyba

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I am working with a DC motor and the L298. Does anyone knows how to activate the break feature efficiently ? no metter what I do there is overshoot which is bed for my application.

Thanks

Guy
 

BeanieBots

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<A href='http://www.st.com/stonline/products/literature/ds/1773.pdf' Target=_Blank>External Web Link</a>
Bottom of page six.
Most H-bridge controllers have a convention such that when both inputs are at the same level and enabled, then low impedance (hence brake) will be applied to the motor with no voltage drive. This is true for the L298.

Take note of the warning about exceeding 2A during braking.
 
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