pic: Finally Done!

[Jared]

Originally Posted by Cory

This argument shouldn't be about why to 3D print/not 3D print...it should be about why this design is a good use of resources to make at all.

This is an excellent point to consider. In my opinion, a custom gearbox isn't worth the trouble unless you're sure it'll work, you're sure you can make it, and it'll be superior to an off the shelf gearbox in some way.

This gearbox likely won't be cheaper than an off the shelf wcp ds or ball shifter gearbox, but it doesn't hang low to the ground, and I'd bet you could direct drive a 3.25" wheel with the gearbox, something that can't be said about most off-the-shelf gearboxes. Its unique shape also frees up the space where motors would normally go in a typical configuration

If you think that this is the best way to improve your team's robot (this totally depends on your team's unique situation), then it's a great idea to try to build one in the offseason first.