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Originally Posted by Michael Kaurich
Outside of the Rookie team bundle, what should we be getting? Or a better idea would be targeted numbers of different motors, speed controllers, pneumatics,etc.
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I wouldn't even get the rookie bundle, personally. I'd focus on getting the components that are
a. Required on your robot per the rules
b. Commonly used year-after-year
Electronics:
*Voltage Regulator Module
*Power Distribution Panel
Victor 888
*Victor SP
Talon SRX
Motors:
*CIM Motor
PG71 Gearmotors
Pneumatics:
*Pneumatics Control Module
*Pneumatic Pressure Switch
*Pressure Relief Valve
Compressor, Model 90C (This exact compressor isn't required by the rules, but it's one of the most commonly used.)
*Items marked are also included in your rookie Kit of Parts tote that you will receive on Kickoff. I still recommend getting these, as the motors and speed controllers you will need more of, and the other items are critical, required components that will be nice to have a backup of. This also allows you to get some sort of a test bench running that you will be able to work on outside of open bag hours.
For the pressure regulator and gauges, Automatic Direct will usually include a small voucher in the Kit of Parts, which will allow you to purchase much smaller/lighter models than the ones offered in FIRST Choice. You will also get some in your Kit of Parts tote on kickoff.