[ratdude747]

If it weren't for the hiked module prices, then I'd say this would be an epic first choice inclusion.

Or is it epic... IIRC one of the ideas was that you could leave your digital sidecar(s), analog/solenoid breakout(s), and cRIO in an old robot and move over the modules to a new robot with minimal issues. Keep in mind that the modules store no robot specific code and only have two easy to install/remove connectors (one to the cRIO base, one to the sidecar/breakout).

The only things the extra modules really do is act as spares in case of a module failure and to allow the usage of two robots simultaneously. Both are very valid uses and are important... but when you have limited $$$, its good to keep in mind.


Yeah, the 4 slot unit has better specs and saves space, but don't kid yourself, the 8 slot for many things is sufficient. At the very least, it never hurts to have a spare. For 9 credits, its a heck of a bargain to say the least.