MG995R 360 Degree Servo Motor | High Torque Metal Gear Continuous Rotation for Robotics
Disclaimer: The MG995R is a continuous rotation servo (360° indefinite rotation). It does not provide angular position feedback or stop at specific angles. Due to its high torque, it can draw large currents (up to 2A stall). Always use an external power supply for reliable operation.
Servo Motor MG995R 360 Degree Rotation
The MG995R is a robust, high-torque servo motor built with durable metal gears. This 360° version is modified for continuous rotation, transforming the servo into a powerful geared motor. It is an excellent choice for robotics projects requiring high strength, such as driving wheels on a mobile platform, conveyor systems, or pan-tilt camera mounts. With all-metal gearing and double ball bearings, it delivers reliable, long-lasting performance under significant mechanical loads.
Specifications
- Rotation Type: Continuous 360° (indefinite rotation – no angular limits)
- Gear Material: All-metal gears (high strength, wear resistant)
- Torque Output: 13 – 15 kg·cm (at 6V, stall torque)
- Operating Voltage: 4.8V – 7.2V (5V or 6V recommended)
- Speed (no load): Variable via PWM; original positional spec ~0.17 sec/60° at 6V
- Current Draw (idle): ~100 – 200 mA
- Current Draw (stall): Up to 1.8 – 2.0 A (use external power supply)
- Control Signal: PWM (50Hz standard RC servo pulse; ~1.5ms = stop, ~1.0ms = full speed one direction, ~2.0ms = full speed opposite)
- Bearings: Double ball bearing for smooth, low-friction operation
- Dimensions: 40.7 x 19.7 x 42.9 mm (standard large servo size)
- Weight: ~55 grams
- Connector: 3-pin female JR/Futaba type (Signal, Vcc, GND)
Applications
- Wheeled robotics platforms (heavy-duty rover wheels, battle bots, line-followers)
- Conveyor belt drives for small automation demonstrations
- Pan-tilt camera mounts for heavy cameras or LiDAR sensors
- Robot gripper arms requiring continuous rotation (actuating screws or rollers)
- Animatronics and kinetic art with high torque needs
- Arduino / Raspberry Pi / ESP32 robotics projects requiring strong propulsion
Package Includes
- 1 x Servo Motor MG995R 360 Degree Rotation
Final note: Power supply warning – due to the high-torque nature of the MG995R, it can draw significant current under load. Avoid powering multiple servos directly from an Arduino 5V pin, as this may reset your microcontroller or cause unstable performance. Always use an external 5V-6V battery pack or power module (2A-3A recommended) with a common ground to your microcontroller. Additionally, avoid stalling the motor for extended periods to prevent overheating. Test the PWM "stop" range (typically 1.5ms) before integrating into your final project.
