Power Converter 360 CPR

[RyanN]

Originally Posted by caffel

Yes that's the rule R38.
Everyone needs to power their radio and our converter is broken.
Some remedy is required.

Order a new one for competition. If you're not using your camera, plug the Dlink into the camera's 5V power connection and use it for now. When you get to competition, unhook it, and connect the power regulator to make your robot legal.

The current supply from the 5V output on the PD board is rated for 3A, which is plenty enough to run the Dlink. The 5V output is not a boost supply, so low battery voltage, or huge current spikes can cut power to the Dlink.

I don't see any issue in doing this. Maybe some other mentors can post and tell me their thoughts.

I know this isn't a FRC legal idea, but to get the team up and running, it seems like a good temporary idea.