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Re: Cheapest way to build prototype 'bot with encoders

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Originally Posted by MrRoboSteve View Post
One option I haven't looked at before is using FTC parts.

For example, I could use four of these NeveRest motors and four of the inexpensive Omni wheels.

http://www.andymark.com/NeveRest-60-...-p/am-3103.htm

That would run me $60/wheel all in. Any cheaper options?
Cheap Chassis - total cost ~200 (with 4 motors)

REV Hex motors (that include encoder cables) http://www.revrobotics.com/rev-41-1301/

60 mm wheels (no hub required) - http://www.revrobotics.com/rev-for-f...apters/wheels/

Extrusion - 2-3 pieces depending on how big a chassis you want http://www.revrobotics.com/15mm-extrusion/

Motor mounts - http://www.revrobotics.com/rev-41-1027b/

corner gussets - http://www.revrobotics.com/rev-41-1305/

shaft collars - http://www.revrobotics.com/rev-41-1327/

Hardware - http://www.revrobotics.com/rev-41-1361/ & http://www.revrobotics.com/rev-41-1359/
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