DC Miniature Gear Motor 0.5–12V Metal | Robot, Toy & DIY Use
DC Miniature Gear Motor 0.5–12V Metal | Robot, Toy & DIY Use
DC Miniature Gear Motor – Versatile 0.5–12V Metal Motor for DIY Projects
Meet your next go-to component for small-scale engineering and DIY builds. This compact DC miniature gear motor (Model: DRF-300CA-11400) delivers reliable rotational power across a wide voltage range, making it an ideal fit for hobbyists, makers, and engineers alike. Whether you're building a robot, wiring up an automated device, or upgrading a smart appliance, this sturdy metal-bodied motor gets the job done.
Key Features
- Wide Operating Voltage: 0.7V–5.0V operating range (rated at 0.5–12V), nominal at 2.0V — adaptable to a variety of power sources
- Compact Metal Housing: 24mm diameter × 12mm height — small footprint, robust build
- Steady Speed: 2,400 RPM at nominal voltage for consistent, dependable rotation
- Low Current Draw: Only 0.02A, keeping your project's power budget lean
- Pre-Attached Lead Wires: 11cm wire length for easy drop-in installation
- Lightweight: Approximately 20g net weight — won't add unnecessary bulk
- High Stall Torque: 12.5 (g·cm) for a motor of this size
Specifications at a Glance
| Model | DRF-300CA-11400 |
| Type | DC Gear Motor |
| Operating Voltage | 0.7V – 5.0V |
| Nominal Voltage | 2.0V (3V rated) |
| Speed | 2,400 RPM |
| Current | 0.02A |
| Output Power | 0.057W |
| Efficiency | 45.3% |
| Stall Torque | 12.5 g·cm |
| Motor Diameter | 24mm |
| Motor Height | 12mm |
| Wire Length | 11cm |
| Net Weight | ~20g |
Compatible Applications
This miniature gear motor is perfectly suited for a wide range of creative and technical applications, including but not limited to:
- 🤖 Robots & robotic arms
- 🎮 Game machines & arcade devices
- 🔊 Audio equipment & automatic antennas
- 📡 Smart water meters & measuring instruments
- 🚪 Electronic door locks & car door actuators
- 💨 Spray & misting devices (fragrance/fog machines)
- 🀄 Automatic mahjong machines
- 🧴 Beauty & personal care devices
- 🦟 Electronic mosquito control accessories
- 🎯 High-end electric toys & advertising equipment
Made in Mainland China.
For more information on safe electronics handling and DIY project safety standards, visit the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the operating voltage range of this DC miniature gear motor?
A: This DC miniature gear motor has an operating range of 0.7V to 5.0V, with a nominal voltage of 2.0V. It is rated for 0.5–12V use depending on the application, making it highly versatile for low-voltage electronics projects.
Q: What projects is this miniature gear motor best suited for?
A: This motor is ideal for a wide range of DIY and commercial applications including robots, toy mechanisms, game machines, smart meters, electronic locks, audio equipment, and more. Its compact 24mm diameter and lightweight 20g body make it easy to integrate into space-constrained designs.
Q: How do I connect this motor to my circuit?
A: The motor comes with pre-attached 11cm lead wires, making it straightforward to connect directly to a power source or motor driver within the 0.7V–5.0V operating range. Simply connect the positive and negative wires to your power supply, observing correct polarity to control spin direction.
Q: Is this motor sold as a single unit?
A: Yes, this listing is for 1 piece (1PCS) of the DRF-300CA-11400 DC miniature gear motor.