2017 Bosch Seat Motor

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Just want to open up a thread for general questions about the Bosch seat motor in all Kits this year 6 004 RA3 194-06.

Firstly I’ll just go ahead and disclose that I work for Bosch and that my opinions represent my own and do not reflect official statements from Bosch.

This motor is good as a general purpose motor if you want a ready to go solution. I know the star output isn’t so FIRST friendly but there are some solutions to make the job easier by either broaching a 3/8” hex, adapting to a general socket, 3D printing an adapter or cutting down hex shaft into a square that fits the profile. Some tips are available in a screen steps presentation (linked below). Once you solve that problem most teams even those with few resources can make it work.

It compares with the window and snow blower motor however has more torque at lower speed. There's also a built in hall sensor and a thermal protector if you over work the motor. Since it's a worm driven gear system it resists backdrive very well.

Here’s a few general links to find more information:

- Thread from last year (now closed)
https://www.chiefdelphi.com/forums/s...sch+seat+motor
- Screen Steps document with some general tips, spec sheet and CAD model
http://wpilib.screenstepslive.com/s/...sch-seat-motor

This motor is available through FIRSTchoice second round if you need backups and should be available through AndyMark a bit later in the season.