Thread: Can I use a Spike to control a BaneBots motor?
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Re: Can I use a Spike to control a BaneBots motor?
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Originally Posted by Itamar View Post
Hello,

I was wondering if there's any reason why I shouldn't use a Spike to control a Banebots motor? (Since until today I only saw Spikes connected to Pneumatic Compressors, nothing else)

Thanks!
Per Table 4.4 of Rule R52, yes and no, you can use a Spike to control a Banebot. Depends on the specific Banebot. Might I inquire as to what you need a Banebot at full power all the time for?
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Last edited by CalTran : 24-01-2013 at 13:22. Reason: Missed certain motors in my blanket statement. Fixed now.