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SuperBK
22-01-2016, 20:38
What have teams been using for a replacement for Spikes? We are down to our last few without cannibalizing old robots and they aren't manufactured any longer. Sometimes we just need to control a small motor, or turn on some lights.

Thanks,
Brian
Jalerre
22-01-2016, 20:52
Probably not exactly what you're looking for but the Rev Spark (http://www.revrobotics.com/product/spark/) is a relatively inexpensive motor controller. With the PCM and cheaper motor controllers, Spikes have essentially become obsolete.
TimTheGreat
22-01-2016, 21:26
What have teams been using for a replacement for Spikes? We are down to our last few without cannibalizing old robots and they aren't manufactured any longer. Sometimes we just need to control a small motor, or turn on some lights.

Thanks,
Brian

http://www.vexrobotics.com/217-0220.html

Not manufactured but in stock while they last.
nathannfm
22-01-2016, 21:36
http://www.vexrobotics.com/217-0220.html

Not manufactured but in stock while they last.

Currently 274 left in stock, get em while you still can!

(but yea, for $10 more and free shipping I would go with the Spark)
adciv
22-01-2016, 22:07
Depending on the lights, you could use the solenoid module.