2 cim vs 1 cim

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Originally Posted by ckpash88

I cant seem to find the answer to this question.

Do you believe we can get away with using 1 cim motor per tough box mini. We plan on making a light robot and we think that taking two motors out would save on weight. Our thoughts is that we aren't going over any obstacles so we should be able to get away with it.

Do you agree?

Thanks,
Team 5637

Never, ever make a drive with only one CIM per side.

Your acceleration will be bad, and you will trip the 40 amp drive breakers repeatedly as you inevitably stall your motors.