Hardware

Note

This project is under active development!

This page contains resources for many topics regarding hardware and how to build robots in FTC. They are separated by category, use the navigation panel on the left to find what you need!

General Resources

The resources below each cover a wide range of topics related to hardware and building robots.

• Game Manual Zero

  • Hardware information from GM0.

Vendor Websites

Below is a list of popular vendors that sell parts specifically for FTC teams. These vendors often offer discounts for teams.

• goBIDLA

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• REV Robotics

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• Pitsco Tetrix

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• Studica

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• ServoCity

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• Andymark

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• McMASTER

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• RobotShop

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Build Guides

Below are guides on robot construction.

• FTC Docs - Basic Robot Building Guide for REV

  • Official guide from FTC on how to build a basic robot with parts from REV.

Designing Custom Parts

The resources below contain information about designing custom parts.

• FTC Docs - CAD Resources

  • Official information from FTC on CAD resources.

• Game Manual Zero - Design Skills

  • Principles of robot design and skills presented by GM0. Includes the engineering design process, design strategy, and Computer Aided Design (CAD).

Manufacturing Custom Parts

The resources below contain information about manufacturing custom parts.

• FTC Docs - Custom Manfuacturing

  • Custom manufacturing information from FTC. Mostly includes information on 3D printing.

• Game Manual Zero - Custom Manfuacturing

  • Custom manufacturing information from GM0. Includes a materials guide, 3D printing, machining, and laser cutting.

Mechanisms

The resources below contain information about various mechanisms.

• Game Manual Zero - Common Mechanisms

  • Common mechanisms highlighted by GM0. Includes drivetrains, intakes, transfer mechanisms, arms, and more.