Can we use Servo Hitec#HSR-5995TG

[ks_mumupsi]

I read in the rules they have a limited number of motors listed that we could use. we were wondering if we can use this servo for some stuff. I am leaning towards no from what I have read but just wanted to confirm it here.

http://www.hobbyhorse.com/hitec_hsr5995tg.shtml

Thanks in advance.

[EricH]

Originally Posted by ks_mumupsi

I read in the rules they have a limited number of motors listed that we could use. we were wondering if we can use this servo for some stuff. I am leaning towards no from what I have read but just wanted to confirm it here.

http://www.hobbyhorse.com/hitec_hsr5995tg.shtml

Thanks in advance.

No. If you read Section 8.3.7, you will find motor/servo restrictions. If you read <R59> in that section, the HITEC HS-322HD servos are the only ones (other than VEX) that you are allowed to use. (And the same rule lists the only other allowed motors, as well.) <R60> bans all non-kit, non-<R59> motors and actuators.

[Andrew Schuetze]

Here is the full text of the rules quoted above:

<R59> Additional motors specifically permitted on 2008 FRC ROBOTS include:
• All motors, actuators, and servos provided in the 2008 Kit Of Parts,
• HITEC HS-322HD servos,
• FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) servos (Innovation First part number 276-2162),
• FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) motors (Innovation First part number 276-2163),
• One or two additional 2-1/2” CIM motors (part #FR801-001 and/or M4-R0062-12 in addition to those provided in the Kit Of Parts. This means that up to four, and no more, 2-1/2” CIM motors can be used on the ROBOT.

<R60> Items specifically PROHIBITED from use on the ROBOT include:
• Electric motors and/or servos different from, or in addition to, those in the Kit Of Parts, with the exception of those specifically permitted by Rule <R59>.
• Electric solenoid actuators (note: electric solenoid actuators are NOT the same as pneumatic solenoid valves – the latter are permitted, the former are not).

That is it for electric motors, servos, solenoids...
That leaves you to consider pneumatic devices which are also restricted to specific devices in the rules.