BOM Cost questions

[Mr. Van]

Originally Posted by Cal578

For the compressor, it seems obvious to me that it's not part of the robot. It doesn't count toward the 120 lb limit, so it would be inconsistent to count it toward the cost limit. An off-board compressor is just a tool, much like a battery charger.

I don't agree. The rules state that the only difference between an on-board compressor and an off-board compressor is the location of the compressor. An off-board compressor is "part of the robot" for all considerations except weight and location. Seems to me that it should be included in the cost.

Of course, that's just me. Let's see what the Q & A response is.

- Mr. Van
Coach, Robodox

[Cal578]

Interesting point. I'm not sure that was the intent of [R73] (which says that the only difference is the location). I look forward to seeing the answer from the Q&A.