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Unread 15-01-2012, 07:49
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Re: Banebots Motor Question

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Originally Posted by jason701802 View Post
The case short problem is easy to get around, just mount the motor in an isolated environment. The plastic housing of a drill transmission or plastic somewhere else between the motor and the chassis works great for this. I would use the 775 motor before anything for any high-power scoring need (I'm assuming all 4 CIMs would be used up in the drive-train) as it is the third most powerful motor in the KOP (following the CIM and only 18W less than the -0673 FP) and its size allows it to handle high load and stall conditions much better and longer than a 550 or smaller motor.
The case short issue on the 775's is present right out of the box. Test the terminals with an ohmmeter to the case before using them. I agree all electronics and motor vents should be protected, and never cut or drill on your robot without covering components. Then test all systems before you're ready to compete.
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