221 Robotic Systems, New Chassis

04-01-2014, 01:09

ajlapp

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Re: 221 Robotic Systems, New Chassis

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Curious...why go with keyed sprockets and shafts instead of hex? Was it to minimize the amount of hex bearings needed?

Exactly. Hex bearings can be expensive and are usually scarce mid-season.

Also, sizing hex shafts to fit the bearings can be tricky in large quantities.

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