Top products from r/battlebots
We found 35 product mentions on r/battlebots. We ranked the 38 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
2. Gearheads: The Turbulent Rise of Robotic Sports
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 3
Used Book in Good Condition
4. Robot Builder's Bonanza, 4th Edition
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 2
McGraw-Hill TAB Electronics
5. UHMW (Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene) Sheet, Opaque White, Standard Tolerance, ASTM D4020
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
UHMW is an impact-, chemical-, and moisture-resistant plastic with a low-friction surface, better abrasion resistance than PTFE, and more rigidity than other polyethylenesColor is opaque whiteMeets ASTM D4020 specificationsStandard tolerance
7. 485 RPM 6-18V Econ Gearmotor
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
4mm D-shaftWe offer several 4mm bore gears that work with this motor.Gear train damage can occur if stalled (locked)The Digital Manual Speed Controller provides proportional forward and reverse control of your gearmotor.Use our quick connect power input board with this motor
8. GoolRC Flysky FS-i6 AFHDS 2A 2.4GHz 6CH Radio System Transmitter for RC Helicopter Glider with FS-iA6 Receiver Mode 2
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 1
Reliable, interference free 2.4GHz AFHDS2A signal operation.Use only 4*AA batteries for transmitter.Digital receiver system.Simple binding procedure.Quick and extremely stable in performance.
9. SunFounder 20KG Servo Motor Waterproof High Torque Servo, SF3218MG Metal Gear Digital Servo, Aluminium Case, Control Angle 270° for RC Robot Cars
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Large Torque - 20KG Servo Motor 20.5kg·cm (284.7oz·in) -22.8kg·cm (316.63oz·in)High Rotation Support Waterproof- 270 degree rotation. Well controlled from 0 to 270 degrees, and support waterproof.High Precision - Using dual ball bearings design and advanced potentiometer to make sure the high l...
10. DEMOTOR PERFORMANCE 2 Inch 2" Stroke Linear Actuator 12 Volt 12V 225 Pounds lbs Maximum Lift,Black
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Stroke Length = 2 inches,Travel speed = 12 mm/secondMaximum current draw = 4.6 AmpsMaximum Dynamic Load = 225 lbs (900N), Maximum Static Load = 600 lbsIP55 ratedExterior material is 6061 Aluminum(powder coated black)
11. Electric Styles Light Up Astrohoodie (Small, Gold)
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Out of this world Astrohoodie!Lined with EL WireMade of shiny, illuminating astrofabricTakes two AA batteries- (batteries not included)
12. Electric Styles Light Up Astrohoodie (X-Large, Gold)
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Out of this world Astrohoodie!Lined with EL WireMade of shiny, illuminating astrofabricTakes two AA batteries- (batteries not included)
13. Kickin' Bot: An Illustrated Guide to Building Combat Robots (ExtremeTech)
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Used Book in Good Condition
14. Hakko FX888D-23BY Digital Soldering Station FX-888D FX-888 (blue & yellow)
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
15. UPG UB1270-12V 7AH SLA Battery
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Upg # 40800 Ub1270 12V 7ahDimensions: 5.94 inches x 2.56 inches x 3.86 inches. Weight: 4.80 lbsSla/agm maintenance free, spill proof batteryRechargeable battery that can be mounted in any position, resists shocks and vibration1 year warranty
16. InstaMorph - Moldable Plastic - 6 oz
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
REUSABLE: Heat, mold, and use within minutes. Reheat to remold again and again.LOTS OF USES: Create custom grips, mounts, brackets, knobs, dials, and connectors without molds.HIGHEST QUALITY: We source the best ingredients from US and UK suppliers and package everything in our US locations to ensure...
17. ThinkGeek Star Trek Enterprise Pizza Cutter - Laser-Etched Stainless-Steel Blade with Solid Zinc-Alloy Chromium-Plated Body
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Star Trek Pizza Cutter - This Pizza Cutter is in the shape of the U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701 from Star Trek: The Original Series.Cut Pizza Boldly - The Star Trek Pizza Cutter has its mission to explore strange new pizzas, seek out new toppings and cheeses, and boldly cut pizza where no man has cut b...
18. Bosch 2607010546 Multi-Purpose Drill Bit"Robust Line Cyl-9" 5-10mm 7 Pcs
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Tool holder: cylinder shankContent: 7 pcsMaterial: Tungsten Carbide
19. Rust-Oleum 1937830 Metallic Spray, Each, Copper
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Creates a rich metallic shine on interior surfaces including wood, metal, plaster and moreFormula contains actual metal flakes in the paint to create an ultra bright and shiny metal lookCovers up to 12 sq ft, dries to touch in 15 minutes and recoat within an hour for quick project completionLeafing...
It was a joke. Chomp bounces around a lot like objects in a lava lamp, but at a faster pace. (I like Chomp's bouncing, by the way.)
I wonder what other bots would make a for a good lamp or other household objects? Warhead? A Tombstone model could make for a nice air fan. I want a Nightmare pizza cutter. Other TV objects have them.
Captain Shrederator mounted on the ceiling would make a nice lamp. A Smeeeeee toothbrush.
Have you ever played around with this? https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004MFLU4Y/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1495313333&sr=8-1-spons&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=instamorph+moldable+plastic&psc=1
It's a plastic that turns clear, sticks to itself and gets a texture similar to silly putty when you put it in 55 degree Celsius water. Once it cools, the plastic hardens and is actually pretty durable. I made a cone shape like a party hat and smashed it with a hammer a few times and it flexed but sprung back into shape immediately. The plastic is remoldable if you just heat it back up. You could mold it into any shape or thickness you want, and it is actually pretty strong.
I don't see a weapon motor on your list. Do you already have one? Also, what's the servo for? If you're adding more to the kit, make sure you have the weight for it.
Now the Scorpion is overkill for an ant's drive system. I'd use 2 Vex29's instead for half the price. https://www.vexrobotics.com/276-2193.html The Vex's don't have a BEC, so you'll need one. My BEC of choice http://www.robotmarketplace.com/products/0-dys30053.html.
I'd use the money saved on the Vex's to get a FS-i6 transmitter/receiver https://www.amazon.com/GoolRC-Flysky-Transmitter-Helicopter-Receiver/dp/B013OHJ8JE/ref=sr_1_8?keywords=fs-i6&qid=1562437419&s=gateway&sr=8-8
It's a few bucks more. But all of mixing settings can be done on the screen, saving you the hassle of plugging it into a computer whenever you want to change something. The fs-i6 also allows you to store multiple profiles/receivers. So you can use the same transmitter for multiple robots.
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I'd assume you'd plug the servo directly into your receiver. In that case you'd need a dedicated BEC anyway because the Scorpion was designed to only power a receiver with its small current supply of .01 amps. Not enough to power a servo. The BEC has a current supply of 3 amps though which is plenty.
Let me know if you have any questions on any of this. I'd be happy to elaborate more. :)
If I was going to make a beetle crusher, I'd probably get something like this and strip as much weight from it as possible. I'm not sure it would be competitive- if you settled for just grappling and put the extra weight towards better drive it'd probably do better. But that's what I think it would take to get through the top armor of most beetles.
For elementary kids, I would highly recommend them checking out FIRST robotics. They have a lot of different age levels for robotic interest. Or if you don’t want to go through an organized group, check out LEGO Mindstorms for building robotics.
Finally, check this book out if you just want a general introduction to building robotics (see if a library has it first before buying it) Robot Builder’s Bonanza
Edit: If you have more questions on FIRST I’d be happy to answer them but this should be a good starting point
Here you goI'd still recommend ordering from the main site, they may have important information that's not detailed or is better formatted on their own site.
Hold on to the Nextrox motors, they could still be useful for lifting.
Amazon is actually pretty good for this kind of stuff: https://www.amazon.com/Molecular-Polyethylene-Standard-Tolerance-Thickness/dp/B00CPRDLAW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1475004240&sr=8-1&keywords=uhmw
Charles, thanks for mentioning that it's on Amazon Video! I had lost all hope of watching it legally this season and I hadn't seen this option mentioned anywhere else on this sub. I'll gladly pay $20 for a season - that's only a dollar an episode!
Sorry for the late response! I couldn't find this chat for some time and then I forgot. Here is what I wore for the 2018 season:
Jacket (gold) - https://www.amazon.com/Light-Up-Astrohoodie-Medium-Silver/dp/B00RC72EA8?ref_=w_bl_sl_ap_ap_web_8073005011&th=1
Shoes - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LX2VV2K/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Glasses - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B078GLGWHD/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Enjoy!
Watch for free here
OR
Buy the season pass here
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07D1MMZPB/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1527306558&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=battlebots
If you’re in the US you can buy the season here. Don’t support pirating if you want the series to continue.
Some reading for any nerds who are interested
https://www.amazon.com/Gearheads-Turbulent-Rise-Robotic-Sports/dp/0743229517
Looks like it's $3 per episode, or $20 for the season.
Link
get yourself a quality soldering station because temperature control is actually extremely useful. There are cheaper alternatives to the hakko f888 but everywhere i've been this particular station eventually finds its way into every electronics room.
The SLA should be 12 volts. It's a standard size for lawnmowers.
https://www.amazon.com/UB1270-12V-7AH-SLA-BATTERY/dp/B0089N311K
Why do I get the feeling that you're trying to stick a car battery in that thing?
Somewhere he mentioned they came from amazon. Not sure if this is the exact one or not. Shoes similarly
https://www.amazon.com/Electric-Styles-Light-Astrohoodie-X-Large/dp/B00RC72DYU/ref=sr_1_51?keywords=light+up+hoodie&qid=1568341671&s=gateway&sr=8-51
cough... https://www.amazon.com/Gearheads-Turbulent-Rise-Robotic-Sports/dp/0743229517
why not just???
Gearheads: The Turbulent Rise of Robotic Sports by Brad Stone
https://www.amazon.com/Gearheads-Turbulent-Rise-Robotic-Sports/dp/0743229517
Whole of Season 3 for $30
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07D1MWXXR
Got ya fam. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Robot-Wars-Manual-Haynes-Manuals/dp/1785211862
9 volt and just some servos
Edit: 9-volt dc micro gear motors for drive and this servo for a duck!-like wedge https://www.amazon.com/SunFounder-Waterproof-SF3218MG-Digital-Aluminium/dp/B07VJG5QTJ/ref=pd_di_sccai_10?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B07VJG5QTJ&pd_rd_r=119bd719-653a-48a6-9b8a-2aaa94c91292&pd_rd_w=BW0EF&pd_rd_wg=7OavN&pf_rd_p=6e941abd-b4a2-4c12-8143-c53200ac8e44&pf_rd_r=3XFN6KJXKBZ9KGZNJ0MR&psc=1&refRID=3XFN6KJXKBZ9KGZNJ0MR
Amazon, US-only.
I use these
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Bosch-2607010546-Multi-Construction-Drill-Pieces/dp/B001L1RAYQ
No pilot hole, tapping compound for coolant although you can do without and as slow a rotation as you can. Got one 10mm bit through 60mm thickness of hardox.