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CAN-BUS Shield V2.0

SeeedCAN-BUS Shield V2.0

MPN: 103030215
Seeed Technology Co., Ltd
MCP2515, MCP2551 CANbus Interface Arduino Platform Evaluation Expansion Board
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Overview

The Seeed Studio 103030215 is an expansion shield that provides Arduino boards with CAN-BUS communication capabilities via the MCP2515 CAN controller and MCP2551 CAN transceiver. It supports the CAN V2.0B specification at speeds up to 1 Mb/s and features a standard DB9 or screw terminal connection for vehicle bus integration.

Why Choose This Part

The shield offers flexibility through selectable chip select, interrupt, and TF card pins, preventing hardware conflicts with other shields. It includes a built-in microSD card slot for data logging and provides two different physical interface options for the CAN bus.

Applications

Vehicle Diagnostics
Connecting to a vehicle OBD-II port to read engine parameters, DTC codes, and real-time sensor data.
Industrial Automation
Interfacing Arduino-based controllers with industrial CAN networks for sensor monitoring and actuator control.
Robotics Networking
Establishing a robust communication backbone between multiple microcontrollers in complex robotic systems.

Key Specifications

Type Interface
Contents Board(s)
Function CANbus
Platform Arduino
Utilized IC / Part MCP2515, MCP2551

Getting Started

Mount the shield onto an Arduino Uno or compatible board and use the Seeed_Arduino_CAN library available in the Arduino Library Manager. Ensure the SPI jumpers are configured correctly for your specific board if not using a standard Uno layout.

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