Documenting RoboRio / PDB Wiring

[Al Skierkiewicz]

This is copy of our motor function sheet. Please note that there are colors involved in the sheet. We use color wire marking tape (available from Digikey) to identify everything. The breaker, power wiring, PWM position and wiring on the RoboRio, the motor controller or Spike and the motor or other device controlled by that branch. If the yellow motor is not working, look for the yellow controlled, breaker and PWM for a problem.
The striped colors indicate either a white or black tape in addition to the color. Note also that the breaker size and motor controller output wiring polarity is also included.
The wire marking tape comes in a ten color dispenser (EIA colors) made by 3M for about $30. Yes it's expensive but it eliminates schematics for troubleshooting. Even mechanical can identify were the problem might be.