Batteries during play

[top dog]

Hello. I was wondering if someone would be able to let me know how many batteries can be used on a robot during a match for 2006? I looked around, but I don't think I came across a clear answer. Thanks! - Steve, Team 1386

[Yan Wang]

(1) 12V exide (provided in kit)
(1) 7.2V backup battery

See 5.3.5 <R51>

[Katie Reynolds]

<R51> The only legal main source of electrical energy on the robot is one of the two 12v DC non-spillable lead acid batteries provided in the Kit of Parts, or a spare of the same part number. The 7.2v “backup” battery is considered an integral part of the Robot Controller, and may not be used for any other purpose. The only 12V battery that may be used on your robot during competition (Friday and Saturday) is the Exide model EX18-12. (Additional EX18-12 batteries may be purchased through your local Exide supplier.) You may use other equivalent 12V batteries during Thursday practice rounds.