[FTC]: Using Anderson Connectors for wiring.

[Al Skierkiewicz]

Phil,
As much as I like these connectors (we have used them for years on our FRC robots) under 2011 rules they are not legal for FTC. Specifically, they are not official Lego or Tetrix parts and are not on the allowed materials list. While 2011 rules do allow for splicing electrical connections, they specifically call for tape to insulate such connections.

However, if you check my other posts on this subject, you will find that I highly recommend the West Mountain Radio crimp tool. We use these connectors for all FRC motor connections and a variety of other uses on our robots. If FTC rules will allow these in the future, I expect that battery connectors will be required to remain as they are provided from the manufacturer. If for no other reason than to have compatibility between teams.