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180 Optical Encoder Motor for mBot2

$10.99$13.49Save 19%

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This 180 optical encoder motor is a replacement or add-on drive motor for the mBot2. It runs at 7.4V with a 39.6 reduction ratio, about 178 RPM under load and 800 g.cm rated torque, plus a 360-count encoder for precise PID control. It suits mBot2 owners repairing a robot or building custom mechanisms with gears, belts or tracks.

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Highlights

  • Optical encoder with 360 accuracy for PID and PWM control
  • 39.6:1 reduction, 350 RPM no-load, 178 RPM rated
  • 800 g.cm rated torque, 5 kg.cm break-out
  • POM gear case for lower noise
  • 45# steel 9mm output shaft

Best for

mBot2 owners needing a spare motor or extra drive for custom builds.

Things to consider

  • Designed for mBot2; other boards may need different wiring
  • Single motor; most builds use two
  • Wheels and mounts are not included

Key specs

Price$10.99
Rated voltage7.4V
Reduction ratio39.6
Rated load speed178 RPM
Rated torque800 g.cm
Power3.7W
Output shaft9mm

Our take

An inexpensive, well-specified spare for mBot2 builders.

180 Optical Encoder Motor for mBot2 at a glance

BrandMakeblock
Price$10.99 (was $13.49)
AvailabilityIn stock at makeblock.com
ReturnsUnused, unopened items in original packaging can be returned within 30 days from dispatch…

Price check

At $10.99, the 180 Optical Encoder Motor for mBot2 is one of Makeblock's more affordable items, whose 97 listed products run $4.99 to $4,800.

It's currently 19% below its listed price of $13.49. Sale prices can end without notice, so check the live price before you order.

Similar items from other brands we track run $9.99 to $169.

Buying from Makeblock

Makeblock is a sensible pick for parents, homeschoolers, and teachers who want a coding robot with a real expansion path, since the mBot2 works with a family of sensors, motors, and AI add-ons. Skip it if you're outside the US (the store doesn't take international orders) or want a no-programming toy. Check the return rule first: only unused, unopened items come back within 30 days, and you pay return shipping.

Shipping
US orders over $39.99 ship free; orders below that pay a $9.99 flat rate. Handling takes 1 to 3 business days and delivery normally 7 to 10 business days, and international orders aren't accepted.
Returns
Unused, unopened items in original packaging can be returned within 30 days from dispatch for a refund or exchange. Used items aren't accepted, shipping charges aren't refunded, and the buyer pays return shipping.

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Frequently asked questions

Will this motor fit my mBot2?
Yes, Makeblock lists it as compatible with mBot2.
Can it drive tracks?
Makeblock says it can drive sprockets, gears, belts, tires and tracks.
Is the 180 Optical Encoder Motor for mBot2 on sale?
Yes. Makeblock lists it at $10.99, down from $13.49 (19% off). Sale prices change, so confirm the live price on makeblock.com.
What is Makeblock's return policy?
Unused, unopened items in original packaging can be returned within 30 days from dispatch for a refund or exchange. Used items aren't accepted, shipping charges aren't refunded, and the buyer pays return shipping.
How long does Makeblock take to ship?
US orders over $39.99 ship free; orders below that pay a $9.99 flat rate. Handling takes 1 to 3 business days and delivery normally 7 to 10 business days, and international orders aren't accepted.
Where can I buy the 180 Optical Encoder Motor for mBot2?
The 180 Optical Encoder Motor for mBot2 is sold directly by Makeblock on makeblock.com. The Shop now button on this page goes straight to the product there.
Is the 180 Optical Encoder Motor for mBot2 in stock?
Yes. Makeblock lists it as in stock on makeblock.com as of our latest check. Stock and prices refresh throughout the day.
Is Makeblock a legit store?
Makeblock is a sensible pick for parents, homeschoolers, and teachers who want a coding robot with a real expansion path, since the mBot2 works with a family of sensors, motors, and AI add-ons. Skip it if you're outside the US (the store doesn't take international orders) or want a no-programming toy. Check the return rule first: only unused, unopened items come back within 30 days, and you pay return shipping. Our full Makeblock review covers shipping, returns and what to check before ordering.
Is the 180 Optical Encoder Motor for mBot2 expensive?
At $10.99 it is on the affordable end of Makeblock's range ($4.99 to $4,800 across 97 products), and similar items from other brands run $9.99 to $169.

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