Robot MarketPlace - Advanced Robot Starter Package

ADVANCED ROBOT STARTER PACKAGE
So you're ready to move up and build killer robot, and you're not afraid to spend a little more to get the best parts. This package is intended to get you jump-started, saving you the time (and money) involved in hunting around for all the right parts before even starting to build.

These parts are selected to work well for a two wheel drive MIDDLEWEIGHT (120 pound), or a two wheel drive HEAVYWEIGHT (220lb) robot. Add two more motors and upgrade your speed controller to go with four wheel drive. With this complete package, you will have all the main components ready to go*. Simply hook everything together on your own platform or chassis, and you'll be driving your bot around soon!

To complete your bot, beyond this package, you'll need the additional items (most of which you could pick up at your local hardware store and electronics store):

- A metal or wood baseplate and/or frame
- Armor
- Fasteners (nuts, bolts and wire connectors)
- A weapon (optional)

	Two NPC Gearmotor/Hub/Wheel Assemblies These powerful T-64 motors are some of the most popular in the Robot Combat builder community, and for good reason. Two of these motors are powerful enough to drive a 220 pound robot at fairly decent speeds without much effort. 4 of them would make for a killer 4WD bot. These assemblies come with two gearmotors, two adapter hubs to fit to the wheels, and two foam-filled, flat-proof 10" wheel/tire combos. See the full specifications on these motors here.
	Vantec Dual Channel Speed Controller To control the above motors, you need a pair of speed controllers. The Vantec RDFR33 is a perfect choice, as it is two controllers in one box! You simply wire the outputs to each motor, then hook up your receiver wires and battery wires. If you want to go with 4 Wheel Drive, we recommend you upgrade to the RDFR36E or RDFR47E. Read more about the Vantec here.
	2 x Team Nightmare 24V 3.0ah NiCad Battle Packs Nicad batteries are very robust, and they offer high amperage output and proven reliability. These Heavy Duty packs are hand built for high current. For even longer-lasting run duration, add two more packs. Read more about these batteries here.
	ElectriFly Triton2 EQ AC/DC Charger Everything that makes the Triton2 great is on the Triton2 EQ -- and then some! In addition to 10 battery memories and the ability to monitor heat-sensitive batteries with the optional Thermal Probe, the Triton2 EQ features a built-in LiPo balancer, the convenience of a built-in AC power supply, compatibility with the latest battery technologies such as LiFe (A123) cells, an adjustable-angle LCD and an increased charge current of up to 8 amps! Read more about this charger here.
	12.5 Amp Astroflight DC Power Supply You need a DC Power Supply to provide input voltage to the charger above. If you select not to get this, you'll need to run your charger(s) off of a 12V car battery. Get 2 of these if you get 2 chargers. Read more about this power supply here.
	Spektrum DX6i Radio Control System with AR6255 Bot Receiver This radio control system is one of the best radios out there. And it is fully compatible with most rules for radio controllers at robot competitions. It does away with the old 72/75Mhz band, and brings 2.4Ghz to the scene. Once bound to your receiver, only your radio can communicate with your robot. Select the receiver that fits your needs. Read more about this radio system here.
	100 amp Master Power Switch You have to be able to turn your robot on and off, this is one of the best switches you can use, and it will handle up to 5000amps surge, so you shouldn't have to worry about it once it's installed. Read more about the switch here.
	20 feet of Wet Noodle Wire You'll need to run wire between your motors, speed controllers, power switch, and batteries. This package includes 10 feet of red and 10 feet of black (total 20 feet) of 12-gauge high-performance Wet Noodle wire. Read more about the wire here.
Base Price: $2098
*Please check the rules of the competition you are intending to enter, additional requirements may apply for specific events. Building and operating a combat robot can be dangerous. Please use extreme caution when operating your power tools and any robot components.