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Re: Which Gearbox Should I Use?

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Originally Posted by Oblarg View Post
I'd recommend simply erring on the side of caution and picking a relatively slow low-gear (no faster than 7FPS*). Do that, and you should have no worries about breaker trouble.
Using the calculator from earlier in the thread, the gearbox I'm currently thinking of buying is going to have a top speed of 4.8FPS, so I guess that works out fine for me.

The only thing that worries me is that the calculator says the maximum current draw at maximum is 155 amps. Inj your opinion, is this number realistic or is it underestimated?

Also, your FIRST (hah, pun) hand experience with a 6-CIM chassis is very helpful.
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