Alternative Suction Cups

Spiffizzle · #1 13-01-2007, 10:26

Just wondering, are we required to use the suction cups we are provided with or can we use other suction cups if we purchase them?

Vikesrock · #2 13-01-2007, 11:40

Yes, you may purchase and use suction cups other than those supplied with the kit. Just be sure they comply with the flow chart (e.g. from an approved vendor etc.)

MrShifty · #3 13-01-2007, 11:50

R106:

Quote:

For the purposes of the FIRST competition, a device that creates a vacuum is not
considered to be a pneumatic device and is allowed. This includes, but is not limited to,
Venturi-type vacuum generators and off-the-shelf vacuum devices (as long as they are
powered by one of the Kit-of-Parts motors).

So yes, it appears that any vacuum components can be used, so long as they stay within other rules.

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