Understanding J3 Connector

kartik20052007

kartik20052007

Please explain what @J3 does and what is the name of this component in schematic diagram

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J3 is a 2-pin screw terminal connector named J3.
What it does:
  • It is the motor output connector for the right motor.
  • Pin 1 of J3 is on net M2_OUT_A, which connects to output 3Y of U2.
  • Pin 2 of J3 is on net M2_OUT_B, which connects to output 4Y of U2.
So in plain words:
  • J3 is where you would attach the two wires of the right-side DC motor.
  • U2 drives those two lines to control the motor direction.
The schematic name for this component would typically be:
  • 2-pin screw terminal
  • or 2-position terminal block
If you want, I can also explain what U2 is doing with J3 in the motor driver circuit.
Explain U2 with J3
Check J3 footprint
Review motor outputs
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