Using a Digipot for off the shelf motor controller - Archived Suggestions https://forum.dronebotworkshop.com/archived-suggestions/using-a-digipot-for-off-the-shelf-motor-controller/ Discussion board for Robotics, Arduino, Raspberry Pi and other DIY electronics and modules. Join us today! en-US Thu, 16 Apr 2026 16:35:36 +0000 wpForo 60 Using a Digipot for off the shelf motor controller https://forum.dronebotworkshop.com/archived-suggestions/using-a-digipot-for-off-the-shelf-motor-controller/#post-31139 Wed, 06 Jul 2022 19:25:55 +0000 I think it would be nice to do a video on how to replace the mechanical pot on a motor controller that you can get off of amazon (such as: https://www.amazon.com/Controller-Stepless-Adjustable-Potentiometer-Forward-Brake-Reverse/dp/B089273KVZ/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=60+amp+motor+controller&qid=1657135233&sprefix=60amp+moto%2Caps%2C113&sr=8-2) and use a digipot such as an MCP41100 and be able to control it with the Arduino.

 

Im sure there are things to look out for instead of just a direct replacement.  It would also be nice to cover the motor direction switch with the Arduino too.

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