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Re: Motors/Gearboxes required to move a 20 kg/44 lb robot

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Originally Posted by Nathan Streeter View Post

How this drivetrain is being used is my big concern though… RS motors (and pretty much all brushed, fan-cooled motors) should hardly ever be stalled, as they’re very, very susceptible to burning out.
This is a good point. I would have to look at the VersaPlanetary box to ensure the cooling air intake for the motor is not blocked. Knowing IFI, this has probably been taken into account with the mounting kit. Does anyone have experience with this?

Lack of cooling flow guarantees you will case short a BaneBot in no time.