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Why is it important?
Why is it important?
You might think that wiring is just connecting electronics to the brain. But without proper wiring, the wires could rip or be disconnected during the game.
Smart Cables
Smart Cables
Smart cables come in 200mm, 300mm, 600mm, 900mm, 1200mm, and 1500mm. But you can also make custom length cables following this tutorial. A crimping tool is also needed to make the custom length cables.
Moving parts
Moving parts
When a component is supposed to move, a gap in wiring is needed to allow for the wires to move along with the component. The diagram to the left shows the gap that should be made when the component is moving.
Discreet Wiring
Discreet Wiring
The wiring should be zip-tied to structures in the robot as much as possible so that there is less room for ripping or disconnecting. If the structure is a c-channel, it is best to put it inside so that it does not interfere with any other components. When the robot is done, there should not be any loose wires at all.
Zip-Ties: Once you zip them, they won't come out, so choose where you zip-tie properly!
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