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Re: pic: FTC Custom Drive Train

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Originally Posted by cadandcookies View Post
I don't see a reason why it wouldn't work, but I'd probably go with a couple of the #25 sprockets instead of one of the #35 doubles. I'm pretty sure buying an adapter plus two of the VexPro sprockets is cheaper than getting a single sprockets from AM or Tetrix (although I suppose those have the advantage of just dropping in).
The biggest advantage of the AM sprocket is not having to rely on a set screw to transmit torque from the motor output shaft. AM found the slit + collar clamp method that IceStorm mentioned to be more reliable, which is what that sprocket operates on.
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