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Tower Pro 180° Servo Motor
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Overview
| Rotation | 180° |
|---|---|
| Operating Voltage | 4.8–6.6 V |
| Operating Speed | 0.19 sec/60° at 4.8 V, no load 0.15 sec/60° at 6 V, no load |
| Stall Torque | 9.4 kg/cm at 4.8 V 11 kg/cm at 6 V |
| Current at 6 V | Running: 500–900 mA Stall: 2.5 A |
| Gear and Bearing | All-metal gears Dual ball bearing |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 55°C |
| Cable Length | Approximately 30 cm |
| Connector | 3-pin “S” type female |
| Controller Compatibility | Arduino Servo library and servo shields Compatible Raspberry Pi servo controllers |
MG996R 180° High-Torque Metal Gear Servo
A powerful digital servo featuring all-metal gearing, approximately 180° rotation, up to 11 kg/cm stall torque and a compact 55 g design.
180°
Approximate rotation
11 kg/cm
Stall torque at 6 V
55 g
Servo weight
Product Overview
This custom version of the TowerPro MG996R can rotate approximately 180°, making it suitable for robotics, radio-control projects, mechanical assemblies and other applications that require controlled angular movement.
The MG996R is an upgraded version of the popular MG995 servo. It features improved shock resistance, a redesigned PCB and IC control system, upgraded gearing and an enhanced motor for more accurate positioning, improved centring and reduced dead bandwidth.
A pre-assembled cable measuring approximately 30 cm terminates in a three-pin “S” type female connector. It is compatible with many common receivers, including Futaba, JR, GWS, Cirrus, Blue Bird, Blue Arrow, Corona, Berg, Spektrum and Hitec.
The servo can be controlled using compatible Raspberry Pi servo controllers, Arduino motor or servo shields, or an Arduino configured with the standard Servo library. Its integrated motor, gearbox and feedback system make it a practical choice for beginners and compact motion-control projects.
Key Features
- High-speed digital servo with high torque output
- Approximately 180° rotation
- Durable all-metal gear train
- Stable, shock-resistant dual ball-bearing design
- Improved control electronics for accurate positioning
- Compact design suitable for space-limited projects
- Genuine TowerPro product
- Includes a selection of servo horns and mounting screws
Technical Specifications
Model
TowerPro MG996R
Servo Type
High-torque digital servo
Rotation
Approximately 180°
Operating Voltage
4.8–6.6 V
Operating Temperature
0°C to 55°C
Operating Speed at 4.8 V
0.19 seconds per 60° with no load
Operating Speed at 6 V
0.15 seconds per 60° with no load
Stall Torque at 4.8 V
9.4 kg/cm
Stall Torque at 6 V
11 kg/cm
Running Current at 6 V
500–900 mA
Stall Current at 6 V
2.5 A
Gear Type
All-metal gears
Bearing Design
Dual ball bearing
Cable Length
Approximately 30 cm
Connector
Three-pin “S” type female connector
Weight
55 g
Wiring Guide
Red Wire
Battery positive
Brown Wire
Battery negative / ground
Orange Wire
Control signal
Power note:
The servo can draw up to 2.5 A when stalled at 6 V. Use a suitable
power supply and avoid powering the servo directly from a
low-current microcontroller output.
Package Contents
- 1 × TowerPro MG996R 180° digital servo
- Selection of servo horns
- Mounting screws and hardware
- Pre-assembled approximately 30 cm connection cable
Compatible Project Types
Suggested Learning Topics
- Using a 16-channel PWM servo shield
- Controlling servo motors with Arduino
- Using a multi-channel servo driver
- Building position-controlled mechanical projects
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