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JST VH and PH connectors, Engineer PA-09 and PA-20 crimpers, and BABAN Carbon Steel crimper

JST Connectors

September 5, 2017September 4, 2017 AJ Foster
REV Robotics modules use connectors from Japan Solderless Terminals (JST) Manufacturing Co. This article provides an overview of the JST connectors as well as recommendation for manually crimping their contacts.

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REV Robotics Expansion Hub: First Look

June 5, 2017October 8, 2017 AJ Foster
The REV Robotics Expansion Hub is legal for the 2017-2018 FTC season. It's an impressive piece of hardware that brings some important changes.

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AndyMark NeveRest Motors

November 9, 2016November 9, 2016 AJ Foster
Some of the most popular motors and gearboxes are from the AndyMark NeveRest series. There are various gearbox options available from AndyMark, and a number of third party gearboxes can be used as well.

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REV Robotics Linear Slide (Video)

August 12, 2016August 7, 2016 AJ Foster
A video tutorial on using the REV Robotics linear slide kit. This video was recommended by Barry Bonzack.

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80/20 Linear Slide (Video)

August 8, 2016August 7, 2016 AJ Foster
A video tutorial on using the 80/20 framing system as a linear slide. This video was recommended by Barry Bonzack.

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I2C Quick Reference

July 24, 2016July 24, 2016 AJ Foster
Occasionally you might find a reason to read or write directly to/from an I2C sensor. In the case of the Modern Robotics color sensor, for example, you might need to perform a calibration or change the sample rate. Use this as a quick reference for I2C default addresses, registers, and command codes.…

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Modern Robotics v2.0 Firmware Update

July 22, 2016November 14, 2016 AJ Foster
Modern Robotics has created a Firmware Update program to improve the functionality of their Core Control modules. The basic deal is that you send them your hardware (more modules at once = lower price per module) and they’ll update the firmware, reprogram the ports, and check functionality.…

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Shopping List: USB A-to-Mini-B Cables

July 22, 2016July 23, 2016 AJ Foster
You might experience problems with the white USB A-to-Mini-B cables from Modern Robotics. For these and many other cables, I recommend purchasing from Monoprice.

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