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Re: Where to mount the battery?

The battery mount should be light, simple, and functional. (Along with everything else on the robot)

When putting the battery in, be sure to secure it well. Ziptie the connectors for the battery to the connector. Use reusable zip ties if you would like.

If you are securing the battery to the robot, make sure it doesn't go anywhere. A few zipties may seem like enough, but if your robot is going over bumps or falling over, a simple strap may be a better option.

A previous poster mentioned holding a battery by the wires. Don't do this. Stress on the battery terminals is a bad thing. Besides for ripping the tab straight off the battery, the performance and safety of the battery will be reduced.