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Introduction to Electric Motors - Electronics with Becky Stern | DigiKey

In this video by @BeckyStern, we’re exploring the fascinating world of electric motors. Motors are everywhere—from fans to cars to robots—and understanding how they work is a key skill for anyone diving into electronics or engineering. Becky covers the basics of motors, the different types, what they’re used for, and answers some common questions beginners often have.

Introduction to electric motors
6/9/2025 7:16:09 PM

Motors - AC, DC

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SERVOMOTOR RC 4.8VSER0006SERVOMOTOR RC 4.8V3954 - Immediate$3.10Ver detalhes
SERVOMOTOR RC 4.8-6VSER0043SERVOMOTOR RC 4.8-6V691 - Immediate$3.43Ver detalhes
MINI VIBRATION MOTOR (10*2.7MM)FIT0774MINI VIBRATION MOTOR (10*2.7MM)3074 - Immediate$0.85Ver detalhes
STANDARD MOTOR 12850 RPM 12VPAN14EE12AA1STANDARD MOTOR 12850 RPM 12V6455 - Immediate$4.47Ver detalhes
STANDARD MOTOR 10000 RPM 6V22N28-216E.286STANDARD MOTOR 10000 RPM 6V24 - Immediate$66.52Ver detalhes

Robotics Kits

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EXPERIENTIAL ROBOTICS PLATFORM (28009EXPERIENTIAL ROBOTICS PLATFORM (59 - Immediate$102.71Ver detalhes
EXPERIENTIAL ROBOTICS PLATFORM (28013EXPERIENTIAL ROBOTICS PLATFORM (58 - Immediate$85.59Ver detalhes

Stepper Motors

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STEPPER MOTOR PM BIPOLAR 5V108990003STEPPER MOTOR PM BIPOLAR 5V1656 - Immediate$3.85Ver detalhes
STEPPER MOTOR HYBRID BIPOLAR 12V324STEPPER MOTOR HYBRID BIPOLAR 12V365 - Immediate$11.99Ver detalhes

Structural, Motion Hardware

ImagemNúmero de peça do fabricanteDescriçãoAvailable QuantityPreçoVer detalhes
COUPLER FLEX SHAFT ALUM 5MM-5MM1175COUPLER FLEX SHAFT ALUM 5MM-5MM47 - Immediate$4.24Ver detalhes

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