Can someone post this on FIRST q/a

[DanL]

Originally Posted by Specialagentjim

We use the supplied connector every year and it's proven to be helpful during finals. When it gets down to that finals crunch, you want to have good charged batteries, and often times you run clean out. Luckily, sometimes you'll have an alliance that brings 20 batteries and has some amazing charging system devised. You borrow a battery from them for the match. Thats our thinking at least.

This topic has been brought up in a quite a few threads. In one of them, it was said that you can make a simple adapter with the kit connector on one end and your connector on the other.

[Venkatesh]

When we read the rules, we never got the idea that other connectors of different ratings were permitted. So, we were thinking of using two in parallel, mounting them in such a way that they would act as one unit.

If this would be allowed, it would be a great help.

[Al Skierkiewicz]

Originally Posted by Venkatesh

When we read the rules, we never got the idea that other connectors of different ratings were permitted. So, we were thinking of using two in parallel, mounting them in such a way that they would act as one unit.

If this would be allowed, it would be a great help.

That is actually a great way to double up the capability. The downside is the added weight. Make sure everything is tight and well insulated. I would like to see it if we are at a comp together. Come and find me if you can.

[Greg McCoy]

That would ensure compatibility with other team's batteries too. Good Idea!

[Joe Ross]

Well, FIRST answered no on the different battery connectors issue. The full response:

Section: 5.2.6 Status: Answered Date Answered: 2/12/2004
Q: <R20> May we use a different Quick Disconnect connector for the battery than the one provided in the kit? Specifically, we would like to use the Anderson Power Products SB120 (the next size up from the ones in the kit).

A: No. Use tie wrap to hold provided connector together.

Do you think they misunderstood the question, or do you think the ruling is no different battery connectors?

Venkatesh, you should probably ask about your method.