M5Stack RS485 Roller485 BLDC Motor Unit with Slip Ring
M5Stack RS485 Roller485 integrates a D3504 200KV brushless motor, DRV8311 driver, TLI5012BE1000 magnetic angle sensor, STM32G431 controller, and FOC closed-loop control into one motion unit. It supports current, speed, and position control loops for robot joints, rotating mechanisms, automated equipment, and distributed motion systems.
The motor can be powered at 6–16V through PWR485 or at 5V through Grove. The specified maximum continuous phase current is 0.5A without forced cooling, with up to 1A for short periods. Keep the supply at or below 16V and validate acceleration, load, current, and temperature in the complete mechanism rather than sizing from no-load behavior.
RS485 and I2C Control for Motion Networks
The PWR485 interface combines the unit with an m5stack rs485 control architecture, while two I2C connections are available at address 0x64. RS485 fits distributed nodes across a machine where a differential bus is preferred. I2C supports local integration with a nearby controller or expansion device inside a compact assembly.
FOC Closed Loop with Magnetic Encoder Feedback
The STM32G431CBU6 runs at up to 170MHz with 128KB Flash and 32KB SRAM. Magnetic encoder feedback supports current, speed, and position regulation. In absolute position mode, 36000 position units correspond approximately to 360°. Mechanical installation and encoder alignment can introduce about 2° of error, so applications that need accurate absolute alignment should calibrate the assembled mechanism.
Slip Ring for Rotating Grove Expansion
The full Roller485 includes a slip ring that keeps the top Grove expansion path connected while the rotating section turns. The slip-ring Grove output is specified at DC 5V / 300mA. This is useful when a sensor, light, or other compatible module must remain electrically connected on the rotating side without twisting a fixed cable. Confirm the connected expansion load stays within the stated output capability.
Roller485 vs Roller485 Lite
Feature
Roller485
Roller485 Lite
Communication
RS485 / I2C
RS485 / I2C
Slip Ring
Yes
No
Rotating Grove Expansion
Yes, 5V / 300mA stated output
No
Top LEGO Expansion Interface
Yes
No
Product Size
40 × 40 × 40mm
40 × 40 × 30mm
Choose Roller485 when continuous rotation needs electrical pass-through and top expansion. Choose Roller485 Lite when a smaller no-slip-ring actuator is sufficient.
Local Status and Integration
A 0.66-inch 64 × 48 OLED, two WS2812-2020 RGB LEDs, and local controls provide status and interaction. The unit operates from 0–40°C under the stated specification and is rated at 48dB noise under the product's test condition. SWD and SWO access supports development and debugging.
D3504 200KV brushless motor, approximately 41mm diameter
Driver
DRV8311HRRWR
Angle Sensor
TLI5012BE1000 magnetic encoder
Control
FOC closed loop with current, speed, and position control
Communication
1 × PWR485 via HT3.96-4P and 2 × I2C at 0x64
Power Input
6–16V through PWR485, 5V through Grove, and 5V on slip-ring Grove path
Phase Current
0.5A maximum continuous without forced cooling; up to 1A for short periods
Slip Ring Grove Output
DC 5V / 300mA
Display
0.66-inch OLED, 64 × 48
RGB LEDs
2 × WS2812-2020
Noise
48dB under stated condition
Operating Temperature
0–40°C
Product Size
40 × 40 × 40mm
Product Weight
82.9g
Package Size
102 × 73 × 51mm
Gross Weight
156.8g
Q: What does Roller485 integrate?
A: A D3504 200KV BLDC motor, DRV8311 driver, STM32G431 controller, magnetic encoder feedback, FOC closed-loop control, OLED status display, and slip ring.
Q: Which communication interfaces are supported?
A: RS485 through PWR485 and I2C at address 0x64.
Q: What is the purpose of the slip ring?
A: It keeps the top Grove expansion path electrically connected while the rotating section turns, reducing cable twisting for compatible rotating-side modules.
Q: What is the slip-ring Grove output capability?
A: DC 5V / 300mA under the stated specification.
Q: What supply voltage should be used?
A: Use 6–16V through PWR485 or 5V through Grove. Do not exceed the specified 16V supply limit.
Q: Which motion-control loops are supported?
A: Current, speed, and position control loops through the FOC closed-loop system.
Q: How does absolute position scale?
A: 36000 position units correspond approximately to 360°, with about 2° possible error from mechanical and encoder alignment.
Q: When should I choose Roller485 Lite?
A: Choose the Lite model when slip-ring expansion and the top expansion interface are unnecessary and lower height is preferred.
Robot joints with rotating-side expansion
RS485 distributed motion nodes
Rotating sensor and indicator assemblies
Smart manufacturing mechanisms
Position and speed control systems
Interactive motion demonstrations
1 × Unit Roller485
1 × HT3.96R-4P connector
2 × HY2.0-4P Grove cables, 5cm
6 × Friction pins
1 × Flange and 1 × bracket
2.5mm and 2mm hex keys
M3 nuts and mounting screws
1 × 5P debug cable
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M5Stack Roller485 Unit with BLDC Motor (STM32)
$45.00 USD
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