# 2026 REV ION FRC Starter Bot Build Guide ## Subassembly Shortcuts | [Drivetrain](#id-4in-easyswerve) | | :-------------------------------: | | [Conveyor](#conveyor) | | [Intake](#intake) | | [Launcher](#launcher) | | [Left Wall](#left-wall) | | [Right Wall](#right-wall) | | [Final Assembly](#final-assembly) | ## Component Assemblies Before beginning the build guide for each assembly, please make sure that you have completed the subassemblies necessary for that build. Below is a table of contents for subassemblies, categorized by the assembly for which they are needed. ### 4in EasySwerve Follow this link to the [EasySwerve Module Assembly Instructions](https://app.gitbook.com/s/4vnkeyE3Rv32OmveFas2/easyswerve/build), assembly four Bottom Motor Orientation modules.
### Single RT25 Plastic Pulley Kit - MAXSpline - 24 Tooth
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  1. Get:
  • 2 - RT25 Pulley, 24t, MAX Bore, Plastic, Flange Slice

Align the notch of the pulley slices with their other half and fit them together.

Note: The pulley slices will only slot together in one orientation. If they do not fit, try rotating one of the halves slightly.

  1. Get:
  • 6 - M3 Thread Forming Screw - 12mm Long From Kit

Secure the two pulley halves together with 6 screws.

  1. Repeat to assemble a total of 16 24T single pulleys.
### Single RT25 Plastic Pulley - MAXSpline - 24 Tooth with MAX Hubs
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  1. Get:
  • 2 - MAXHub - 1/2in Hex - Aluminum
  • 2 - Socket Head Screw #10-32 x 3/8in

Slot one MAXHub into each side of the MAXSpline bore of the pulley. Then, secure with two screws.

Repeat to assemble a total of three 24T single pulleys with MAXHub inserts.

### Double RT25 Plastic Pulley Kit - MAXSpline - 24 Tooth
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  1. Get:
  • 2 - RT25 Pulley, 24t, MAX Bore, Plastic, Flange Slice
  • RT25 Pulley, 24t, MAX Bore, Plastic, Middle Slice

Align the notches on each pulley slice with eachother and fit them together. The two flanged slices will be on the outside.

Note: The pulley slices will only slot together in one orientation. If they do not fit, try rotating the halves slightly one at a time.

  1. Get:
  • 6 - M3 Thread Forming Screw - 12mm Long From Kit


Secure the pulley slices together with 6 screws.

### Conveyor Shaft Complete this assembly after the above Single RT25 Plastic Pulley Kit - MAXSpline - 24 Tooth assemblies.
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  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXSpline Shaft - Cut to 10.6875in
  • 1 - MAXSpline Shaft Collar - 2-Piece - Aluminum


Secure a MAXSpline Shaft Collar on the left edge of the MAXSpline Shaft.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - Single RT25 Plastic Pulley - MAXSpline - 24 Tooth
  • 1 - MAXSpline Spacer - 1/8in
  • 1 - MAXSpline Spacer - 1/4in
  • 1 - MAXSpline Spacer - 1/2in

Slide the following on from right to left: 24T single pulley, 1/8in MAXSpline Spacer, 1/4in MAXSpline Spacer, 1/2in MAXSpline Spacer.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - Single RT25 Plastic Pulley - MAXSpline - 24 Tooth
  • 1 - MAXSpline Spacer - 1/4in
  • 1 - MAXSpline Spacer - 1/2in

Slide the following on from right to left: 24T single pulley, 1/4in MAXSpline Spacer, 1/2in MAXSpline Spacer.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - Single RT25 Plastic Pulley - MAXSpline - 24 Tooth
  • 1 - MAXSpline Spacer - 1/4in
  • 1 - MAXSpline Spacer - 1/2in

Slide the following on from right to left: 24T single pulley, 1/4in MAXSpline Spacer, 1/2in MAXSpline Spacer.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - Single RT25 Plastic Pulley - MAXSpline - 24 Tooth
  • 1 - MAXSpline Spacer - 1/4in
  • 1 - MAXSpline Spacer - 1/2in

Slide the following on from right to left: 24T single pulley, 1/4in MAXSpline Spacer, 1/2in MAXSpline Spacer.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - Single RT25 Plastic Pulley - MAXSpline - 24 Tooth
  • 1 - MAXSpline Spacer - 1/4in
  • 1 - MAXSpline Spacer - 1/2in


Slide the following on from right to left: 24T single pulley, 1/4in MAXSpline Spacer, 1/2in MAXSpline Spacer.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - Single RT25 Plastic Pulley - MAXSpline - 24 Tooth


Slide a 24T single pulley on to the MAXSpline shaft from right to left, then set it aside.

### Conveyor Motor
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  1. Get:
  • 1 - NEO Vortex Brusless Motor
  • 1 - SPARK Flex Motor Controller
  • 1 - 3:1 MAXPlanetary (3:1)
  • 1 - 1/2in Rounded Hex Shaft, Cut to 2.5in, Tapped

Assemble a 3:1 MAXPlanetary Gearbox with a retained 1/2in Hex Shaft using the MAXPlanetary Gearbox Assembly instructions.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXTube - 2x1 - MAX Pattern - 1-Pos (3in)
  • 1 - MAXTube Endcap - 2x1 - 1/8in Wall


Insert the MAXTube Endcap into one end of the MAXTube. Ensure that the holes of the endcap are aligned with the holes of your MAXTube.

  1. Get:
  • 3 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 3/8in


Secure the MAXTube Endcap to the MAXTube with two evenly spaced screws on the left, 2in side of the assembly. Then, add one more screw in the top hole of the right side.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 3/8in
  • 1 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 2-1/2in
  • 1 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut
  • 2 - 1in Joining Bracket


Align the 1in Joining Brackets with the 1in face of the MAXTube such that the excess bracket hangs over the side with one screw installed into the MAXTube Endcap.

Then, secure the bracket with shorter screws into the MAXTube Endcap, and one longer screw with a nylon lock nut at the opposite end.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - Flanged Bearing for 1/2in Rounded Hex

Insert one bearing into the MAXSpline Bore of the MAXTube on the side without bracket overhang.

  1. Get:
  • 4 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1/2in
  • MAXPlanetary Gearbox from Step 1


Attach the MAXPlanetary Gearbox assembly to the 1in Joining Brackets with 4 screws. Ensure that the 1/2 Hex Shaft output is properly aligned with the bearing.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - Single RT25 Plastic Pulley - MAXSpline - 24 Tooth with MAX Hubs
  • 1 - 1/2in Hex Shaft Spacer - 1/4in
  • 1 - #10 Shaft End Screw V2 - 0.5in


Slide the 24T single pulley onto the MAXPlanetary Gearbox's output, followed by one 1/4in spacer. Secure with a shaft end screw.

## Drivetrain
Materials Needed #### Tools * Allen Keys * 1/8 in * 2.5 mm (for Docking the SPARK Flexes) * Wrench - Combination, or Socket * 3/8 in * Saw to cut polycarbonate sheet and MAXTube if needed #### Subsystem Bill of Materials (EasySwerve Configuration) Note: see MAXSwerve Configuration steps for any changes to cut lengths or part quantity.
Part numberDescriptionPart QTY
REV-21-30064in EasySwerve Module4
REV-11-3174Through Bore Encoder V24
REV-21-3289MAXTube - 1/2 x 1/22 Pieces - 25in each
REV-21-3410Polycarbonate Sheet - 3mm - 1/2in Grid Pattern - 47in x 23in1 Panel - 26 1/2in x 10 1/2in
REV-21-3420-PK23/8in Nut Strip - 3pos8
REV-21-3555MAXTube - 2x1 - 1/8in Wall - 47in4 Pieces - 19in each
REV-21-3620-PK30MAXTube Internal Support - 2x1 - 1/8in Wall4
REV-29-1016-PK100#10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut24
REV-29-2943-PK50Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1/2in16
REV-29-2961-PK25Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 2-1/2in8
REV-29-2962-PK25Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 2-1/4in16
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  1. Get:

  • 1 - Polycarbonate Sheet - 3mm - 1/2in Grid Pattern

    • 26.5in x 10.5in

Cut the polycarbonate sheet to size if it has not already.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - MAXTube - 2x1 - 1/8in Wall Cut to 19in
  • 8 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 2-1/2in
  • 8 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut

Attach the polycarb panel to the 1in face of two pieces of MAXTube. The panel will be centered, and about 8 holes in from the end on each side.

Please Note: If you are building a MAXSwerve Drivetrain there is a small variation to this step. Please see MAXSwerve Compatibility for details.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - MAXTube - 1/2 x 1/2 Cut to 25in
  • 8 - 3/8in Nut Strip - 3pos


Insert 4 nut strips into each section of 1/2 x 1/2 MAXTube. Place them at the following locations:

  • Counting from the left

    • Aligned with the 12th & 14th holes
    • Aligned with the 1st and 3rd holes

  • Counting from the right

    • Aligned with the 12th & 14th holes
    • Aligned with the 1st and 3rd holes


Do this twice

  1. Get:
  • 16 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1/2in

Attach the 1/2 x 1/2 MAXTube to the polycarbonate panel with screws into the nut strips.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - MAXTube - 2x1 - 1/8in Wall Cut to 19in
  • 4 - MAXTube Internal Support - 2x1 - 1/8in Wall


Slide one MAXTube Internal Spacer into each end of the 2x1 section of MAXTube. The internal support should be aligned with the 7th hole from each side.

Do this twice.

Please Note: If you are building a MAXSwerve Drivetrain there is a small variation to this step. Please see MAXSwerve Compatibility for details.

  1. Get:
  • 4 - EasySwerve Module
  • 8 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 2-3/4in
  • 8 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut

Attach a pre-assembled EasySwerve Module to the both ends of the MAXTube from the previous step using screws and nuts.

Do this twice



  1. Get:
  • 8 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 2-1/4in
  • 8 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut

Attach the Polycarbonate panel and 1/2 x 1/2 frame to the drivetrain using 4 screws and nuts on each side.


## Conveyor
Materials Needed #### Tools * Allen Keys * 1/8 in * 5/32 in * 2.5 mm (for Docking the SPARK Flexes) * Wrench - Combination, or Socket * 3/8 in * Saw to cut MAXTube if needed #### Subsystem Bill of Materials {% hint style="success" %} Quantity of listed parts needed coming soon! {% endhint %}
SKU
REV-21-11351/2in Rounded Hex Shaft
REV-21-15831in Joining Bracket V1
REV-21-1916-PK4Flanged Bearing for 1/2in Rounded Hex
REV-21-2005-PK101/2in Hex Shaft Spacer - 1/4in
REV-21-2037-PK2MAXHub - 1/2in Hex - Aluminum
REV-21-2085-PK10#10 Spacer, 0.125in Long
REV-21-2295-PK21in Bracket - 90deg - Sharp Interior
REV-21-2302-PK21in Bracket - 180deg
REV-21-2317-PK21in Bracket - Internal 3-4-5 - Steep
REV-21-2319-PK21in Bracket - External 3-4-5 - Steep
REV-21-2329-PK21in Bracket - T
REV-21-2376-PK2MAXHub - Structural
REV-21-2520MAXSpline Shaft - 47in Long
REV-21-2541-PK10MAXSpline Spacer, 1/8in
REV-21-2542-PK10MAXSpline Spacer, 1/4in
REV-21-2543-PK5MAXSpline Spacer, 1/2in
REV-21-2581MAXSpline Shaft Collar - 2-Piece - Aluminum
REV-21-2805-PK25#10 Shaft End Screw V2 - 0.5in
REV-21-28121/2in Rounded Hex Shaft - 2.5in - Tapped
REV-21-3197-PK41/2in Rounded Hex Bearing - Flanged - 1in OD
REV-21-3410Polycarbonate Sheet - 3mm - 1/2in Grid Pattern - 47in x 23in
REV-21-3543MAXTube - 1x1 - 1/8in Wall - Grid Pattern - 47in
REV-21-3558MAXTube - 2x1 - 1/8in Wall - MAX Pattern - 1-Pos (3in)
REV-21-3580MAXTube - 2x1 - 1/8in Wall - MAX Pattern
REV-21-3611MAXTube Endcap - 1x1 - 1/8in Wall
REV-21-3613MAXTube Endcap - 2x1 - 1/8in Wall
REV-21-4056RT25 Belt - 1/2in Width - 56 Tooth
REV-21-4168RT25 Belt - 1/2in Width - 168 Tooth
REV-25-2224RT25 Pulley - MAXSpline - 24T - Modular
REV-29-1016-PK100#10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut
REV-29-2912-PK50Socket Head Screw #10-32 x 3/8in
REV-29-2941-PK50Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 3/8in
REV-29-2943-PK50Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1/2in
REV-29-2953-PK50Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/4in
REV-29-2955-PK50Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
REV-29-2961-PK25Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 2-1/2in
REV-21-2101MAXPlanetary 3:1 Cartridge
REV-21-2130Vortex MAXPlanetary Input Kit
REV-25-2109MAXPlanetary Base Kit
REV-11-2159SPARK Flex Motor Controller
REV-21-1652NEO Vortex Brushless Motor
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  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXTube - 2x1 - MAX Pattern Cut to 25in
  • 1 - MAXTube Endcap - 2x1 - 1/8in Wall


Insert the MAXTube Endcap into one end of the 25in section of MAXTube.

  1. Get:
  • 4 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 3/8in


Secure the MAXTube Endcap with 4 screws as shown.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXTube Endcap - 2x1 - 1/8in Wall
  • 4 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 3/8in


Repeat the above steps for the opposite end of the MAXTube. Both ends should have an endcap installed by the end of this step.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - MAXHub - 1/2in Hex - Aluminum


Insert a MAXHub into the first MAXSpline bore from the left and another into the third MAXSpline bore from the right.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - MAXHub - Structural


Insert 2 structrual MAXHubs on the opposite side of the 1/2in Hex MAXHubs. When this step is done, the right face will have two 1/2in Hex MAXHubs showing and the left face will have Structural MAXHubs.

Note: This step recently changed!

6. Get:

  • 1 - 1in Bracket - 90deg - Sharp Interior
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut


Secure a 90deg bracket to the MAXTube as shown, ensuring that the other leg of the bracket points toward the longer side of the tube. The screws will be inserted so that the nuts are on the same side as the bracket.

Note: Step 6.5 includes additional 180deg brackets not included in the BOM. It was replaced by the current step 6 on 2/6/26

6.5. Get:

  • 1 - 1in Bracket - 180deg
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut


Secure a 180deg bracket next to the MAXHub as shown. The bracket should overlap with the structural MAXHub, and the screws will be inserted so that the nuts are on the same side as the bracket.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - 1/2in Rounded Hex Shaft Cut to 11in and Tapped with 10-32 threads
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in


Use screws to attach Hex Shafts to the MAXPattern as shown.


Counting from the end with out a bracket, the shafts will be placed between the 4th and 5th the 6th and 7th MAXSpline bores.

Set this assembly aside.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - Conveyor Shaft Assembly
  • 1 - MAXSpline Spacer - 1/8in
  • 1 - MAXSpline Spacer - 1/4in


Add the two spacers to one Conveyor Shaft Assembly

  1. Get:
  • 1 - Double RT25 Plastic Pulley - MAXSpline - 24 Tooth

Add a 24T Double Pulley to the MAXSpline shaft.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXSpline Shaft Collar - 2-Piece - Aluminum


Secure the pulleys and spacers along the MAXSpline shaft with a MAXSpline Shaft Collar.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - 1/2in Rounded Hex Bearing - Flanged - 1in OD


Insert one bearing into each end of the MAXSpline Shaft.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - 1/2in Rounded Hex Shaft Cut to 12.75in


Slide the Hex Shaft through the bearings and the MAXSpline Shaft.

Set this assembly aside.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - Conveyor Shaft Assembly
  • 1 - MAXSpline Spacer - 1/8in
  • 1 - MAXSpline Spacer - 1/4in
  • 1 - MAXSpline Spacer - 1/2in


Add the three spacers to one Conveyor Shaft Assembly

  1. Get:
  • 1 - Single RT25 Plastic Pulley - MAXSpline - 24 Tooth


Add a 24T Single Pulley to the MAXSpline shaft.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXSpline Shaft Collar - 2-Piece - Aluminum


Secure the pulleys and spacers along the MAXSpline shaft with a MAXSpline Shaft Collar.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - 1/2in Rounded Hex Bearing - Flanged - 1in OD


Insert one bearing into each end of the MAXSpline Shaft.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - 1/2in Rounded Hex Shaft Cut to 12.75in


Slide the Hex Shaft through the bearings and the MAXSpline Shaft.

  1. Get:
  • 6 - RT25 Belt - 1/2in Width - 168 Tooth
  • Finished assemblies from Steps 12 and 17


Place belts onto the single pulleys, leaving the right-most pulley of the top shaft (double) and the bottom shaft (single) open.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - RT25 Belt - 1/2in Width - 56 Tooth
  • 1 - RT25 Belt - 1/2in Width - 168 Tooth


First, place the 56 tooth belt around the double pulley. Then place the last 168 tooth belt between the other half of the double pulley and the single pulley from the bottom shaft.

Note: The 56 tooth belt will hang free until the final assembly steps before it is attached to its other pulley.


  1. Get:
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1/2in


Slot the 1/2 in hex shafts that support the conveyor shafts into the MAXHubs on the assembly from step 7. Secure them through the structural MAXHub using screws.

Set this aside

  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXTube - 2x1 - MAX Pattern Cut to 25in
  • 1 - MAXTube Endcap - 2x1 - 1/8in Wall
  • 4 - 4 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 3/8in


Insert the MAXTube Endcap into one end of the 25in section of MAXTube. Secure the MAXTube Endcap with 4 screws as shown.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXTube Endcap - 2x1 - 1/8in Wall
  • 4 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 3/8in


Insert the MAXTube Endcap into the opposite end of the 25in section of MAXTube. Secure the MAXTube Endcap with 4 screws as shown.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - MAXHub - 1/2in Hex - Aluminum


Insert a MAXHub into the first MAXSpline bore from the right and another into the third MAXSpline bore from the left.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - MAXHub - Structural


Insert 2 structural MAXHubs on the opposite side of the 1/2in Hex MAXHub. When this step is done, the left face will have two 1/2in Hex MAXHubs showing and the right face will have Structural MAXHubs.

Note: This step recently changed!

25. Get:

  • 1 - 1in Bracket - 90deg - Sharp Interior
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut


Secure a 90deg bracket to the MAXTube as shown, ensuring that the other leg of the bracket points toward the longer side of the tube. The screws will be inserted so that the nuts are on the same side as the bracket.

Note: Step 25.5 includes additional 180deg brackets not included in the BOM. It was replaced by the current step 25 on 2/6/26

25.5. Get:

  • 1 - 1in Bracket - 180deg
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut


Secure a 180deg bracket next to the MAXHub as shown. The bracket should overlap with the structural MAXHub, and the screws will be inserted so that the nuts are on the same side as the bracket.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1/2in
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in


Use screws to attach the MAXTube to the assembly from Step 20 as shown. Use 1/2in screws in the Structural MAXHubs and 1-1/2in through the MAXTube.

Note: This step recently changed! If using 180deg brackets instead of 90deg brackets, follow step 27.5

  1. Get:
  • 1 - 1/2in Rounded Hex Shaft Cut to 13in
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1/2in


Attach the 13in Hex Shaft in the farthest position from the corner possible on the 90deg brackets above the conveyor.

Note: Step 27.5 includes additional 180deg brackets not included in the BOM. It was replaced by the current step 27 on 2/6/26

27.5. Get:

  • 1 - 1/2in Rounded Hex Shaft Cut to 13in
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1/2in


Attach the 13in Hex Shaft in the lowest position possible to the 180deg brackets above the conveyor. There will be two open holes in the top of each bracket.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXTube Endcap - 2x1 - 1/8in Wall
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/4in

Attach a MAXTube Endcap to the right side of the conveyor assembly between the 5th and 6th MAXSpline bores using the screws.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - 1in Bracket - External 3-4-5 - Steep
  • 4 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1/2in
  • 4 - #10 Spacer, 0.125in Long


Attach one External 3-4-5 - Steep Bracket to either side of the MAXTube Endcap that was just installed. Ensure that the bracket angles up towards the same side as the 180deg brackets.

Place a spacer between the Endcap and the bracket before securing with screws.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXTube - 1x1 - 1/8in Wall - Grid Pattern Cut to 6.5in
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut


Connect the 6.5in section of 1x1 MAXTube to the External 3-4-5 - Steep brackets using screws and lock nuts. The last hole in the MAXTube should align with the hole before the corner of the bracket.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - 1in Bracket - Internal 3-4-5 - Steep
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut


Connect 2 Internal 3-4-5 - Steep brackets to the end of the 1x1 MAXTube. Use the 1st and 3rd holes from the edge to connect to the bracket's leg.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXTube - 1x1 - 1/8in Wall - Grid Pattern Cut to 6in
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut


Attach a 6in section of 1x1 MAXTube to the other leg of the Internal 3-4-5 - Steep bracket using screws and lock nuts. The end of the MAXTube should be nearly flush with the top of the bracket as shown.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXTube Endcap - 1x1 - 1/8in Wall
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1/2in


Insert a 1x1 MAXTube Endcap into the top of the tube that was just installed. Secure with two screws.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - 1in Bracket - T
  • 1 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1/2in


Using the 1x1 MAXTube Endcap as an anchor, attach a T bracket to the assembly as shown.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - 1in Bracket - 180deg
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut


Mount two 180deg brackets, opposite each other, to the lower edge of the MAXTube as shown with screws and lock nuts.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXTube Endcap - 2x1 - 1/8in Wall
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/4in

Attach a MAXTube Endcap to the left side of the conveyor assembly between the 5th and 6th MAXSpline bores using screws.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - 1in Bracket - External 3-4-5 - Steep
  • 4 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1/2in
  • 4 - #10 Spacer, 0.125in Long


Attach one External 3-4-5 - Steep Bracket to either side of the MAXTube Endcap that was just installed. Ensure that the bracket angles up towards the same side as the 180deg brackets.

Place a spacer between the Endcap and the bracket before securing with screws.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXTube - 1x1 - 1/8in Wall - Grid Pattern Cut to 6.5in
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut


Connect the 6.5in section of 1x1 MAXTube to the External 3-4-5 - Steep brackets using screws and lock nuts. The last hole in the MAXTube should align with the hole before the corner of the bracket.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - 1in Bracket - Internal 3-4-5 - Steep
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut


Connect 2 Internal 3-4-5 - Steep brackets to the end of the 1x1 MAXTube. Use the 1st and 3rd holes from the edge to connect to the bracket's leg.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXTube - 1x1 - 1/8in Wall - Grid Pattern Cut to 6in
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut


Attach a 6in section of 1x1 MAXTube to the other leg of the Internal 3-4-5 - Steep bracket using screws and lock nuts. The end of the MAXTube should be nearly flush with the top of the bracket as shown.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXTube Endcap - 1x1 - 1/8in Wall
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1/2in


Insert a 1x1 MAXTube Endcap into the top of the tube that was just installed. Secure with two screws.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - 1in Bracket - T
  • 1 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1/2in


Using the 1x1 MAXTube Endcap as an anchor, attach a T bracket to the assembly as shown.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - 1in Bracket - 180deg
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut


Mount two 180deg brackets, opposite each other, to the lower edge of the MAXTube as shown with screws and lock nuts.

## Intake
Materials Needed #### Tools * Allen Keys * 1/8 in * 5/32 in * 2.5 mm (for Docking the SPARK Flexes) * Wrench - Combination, or Socket * 3/8 in * Saw to cut 1/2in Rounded Hex Shaft and MAXTube if needed #### Subsystem Bill of Materials {% hint style="success" %} Quantity of listed parts needed coming soon! {% endhint %}
SKUDescription
REV-21-11351/2in Rounded Hex Shaft
REV-21-1916-PK4Flanged Bearing for 1/2in Rounded Hex
REV-21-2003-PK101/2in Hex Shaft Spacer - 1/16in
REV-21-2004-PK101/2in Hex Shaft Spacer - 1/8in
REV-21-2005-PK101/2in Hex Shaft Spacer - 1/4in
REV-21-2029-PK42in Compliant Wheel - 1/2in Hex Bore - Soft (Light Gray)
REV-21-2086-PK10#10 Spacer, 0.250in Long
REV-21-2205RT25 Pulley - 1/2in Hex - 16T - Single
REV-21-2296-PK21in Bracket - 90deg
REV-21-2298-PK21in Bracket - 120deg
REV-21-2359-PK2Lap Joint Bracket - 1in
REV-21-2805-PK25#10 Shaft End Screw V2 - 0.5in
REV-21-28101/2in Rounded Hex Shaft - 1.5in - Tapped
REV-21-32891/2in x 1/2in MAXTube
REV-21-3410Polycarbonate Sheet - 3mm - 1/2in Grid Pattern - 47in x 23in
REV-21-3540MAXTube - 1x1 - 1/16in Wall - Grid Pattern - 47in
REV-21-3558MAXTube - 2x1 - 1/8in Wall - MAX Pattern
REV-21-3564MAXTube - 2x1 - 1/8in Wall - MAX Pattern
REV-21-3613MAXTube Endcap - 2x1 - 1/8in Wall
REV-21-3617-PK30MAXTube Internal Support - 1x1 - 1/16in Wall
REV-21-3738-PK25#10 Shaft End Screw V2 - 1.25in
REV-21-3739-PK25#10 Shaft End Screw V2 - 1.75in
REV-21-4048RT25 Belt - 1/2in Width - 48 Tooth
REV-21-4064RT25 Belt - 1/2in Width - 64 Tooth
REV-29-1016-PK100#10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut
REV-29-2941-PK50Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 3/8in
REV-29-2947-PK50Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 3/4in
REV-29-2953-PK50Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/4in
REV-29-2955-PK50Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
REV-29-2960-PK25Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 2-1/4in
REV-29-2961-PK25Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 2-1/2in
REV-11-2159SPARK Flex Motor Controller
REV-21-1652NEO Vortex Brushless Motor
REV-41-1163Surgical Tubing - 3mm
REV-41-1373Hook and Loop Fastener - 13.5mm x 2m
StepImage

  1. Get:
  • 1 - NEO Vortex Brushless Motor
  • 1 - SPARK Flex Motor Controller
  • 1 - MAXTube - 2x1 - 1/8in Wall - MAX Pattern Cut to 13in
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/4in


Dock the NEO Vortex to the SPARK Flex. Then mount the motor to the top of the MAXTube.

  1. Get:
  • 5 - Flanged Bearing for 1/2in Rounded Hex


Insert 5 bearings into the MAXTube as follows:

  • 1 - Opposite the motor at the top of the MAXtube
  • 2 - On either side of the 3rd MAXSpline Bore from the bottom of the MAXTube
  • 2- On either side of the MAXSpline Bore closest to the bottom of the MAXTube.

  1. Get:
  • 3 - 1/2in Rounded Hex Shaft Cut to 17.875
  • 3 - #10 Shaft End Screw V2 - 0.5in

Pass each hex shaft through the bearings and secure with shaft end screws on the side opposite the motor.

  1. Get:
  • 14 - 2in Compliant Wheel - 1/2in Hex Bore - Soft
  • 4 - RT25 Pulley - 1/2in Hex - 16T - Single
  • 1 - RT25 Belt - 1/2in Width - 64 Tooth
  • 1 - RT25 Belt - 1/2in Width - 48 Tooth


On the top hex shaft, add one 16T pulley with the 64T belt.


Then, slide two Compliant wheels onto the middle hex shaft. After the 2nd compliant wheel, put one 16T pulley on the middle hex shaft, and thread the belt around it. Add 5 more compliant wheels to this shaft and finish the row with one 16T Pulley with 48T belt.

For the bottom shaft, slide on all 7 compliant and then one 16T pulley. Thread the belt from the middle pulley around this one as well.

Adjust the compliant wheels as needed so that they are equally spaced, similar to the image.

Note: If you have trouble with the compliant wheels sliding while using the intake, you can add spacers or tape to help keep them in place.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXTube - 2x1 - 1/8in Wall - MAX Pattern Cut to 13in
  • 5 - Flanged Bearing for 1/2in Rounded

Place 5 bearings into the MAXTube as shown. The placement will be the same as the previous side's.

  1. Get:
  • 3 - #10 Shaft End Screw V2 - 0.5in


Add the 2nd piece of MAXTube with bearings to the compliant wheel assembly. Secure the hex shafts with shaft end screws.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - 1/2in x 1/2in MAXTube Cut to 7.5
  • 1 - 1in Bracket - 120deg
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 3/4in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut


Attach a 120deg bracket to the end of a 1/2 x 1/2 MAXTube section on the right side using two screws and nuts as shown. The corner hole of the bracket will align with the hole closest to the top of the MAXTube.

Set aside.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - 1/2in x 1/2in MAXTube Cut to 7.5
  • 1 - 1in Bracket - 120deg
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 3/4in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut


Attach a 120deg bracket to the end of a 1/2 x 1/2 MAXTube section on the left side using two screws and nuts as shown. The corner hole of the bracket will align with the hole closest to the top of the MAXTube.

Note: this piece should be a mirror of the assembly from Step 7.

Set aside.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 2-1/4in
  • 1 - #10 Spacer - 1/4in
  • 1 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut


Add the MAXTube and bracket assembly from Step 7 to the intake as shown. Use one screw, a spacer between the bracket and the 2x1 MAXTube, and a locknut.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 2-1/4in
  • 1 - #10 Spacer - 1/4in
  • 1 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut


Add the MAXTube and bracket assembly from Step 8 to the intake as shown. Use one screw, a spacer between the bracket and the 2x1 MAXTube, and a locknut.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - 1/2in Rounded Hex Shaft Cut to 18-7/16
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/4in


Add the 1/2in rounded hex shaft to the intake between the ends of the 1/2 x 1/2 that were just added. Secure with 2 screws.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - MAXTube - 2x1 - 1/8in Wall - MAX Pattern - 1-Pos (3in)
  • 2 - MAXTube Endcap - 2x1 - 1/8in Wall
  • 16 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 3/8in


Insert a MAXTube Endcap into the MAX Pattern 1-Pos MAXTube. Secure the endcap from every available hole using 8 screws.

Make two of these.

  1. Get:
  • 4 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 2-1/2in


Connect one small MAXTube assembly to the top of each 2x1 MAXTube of the intake. Use two screws centered around the top 1/2in hex shaft to secure with the MAXTube endcap.

Set aside.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXTube - 1x1 - 1/16in Wall - Grid Pattern Cut to 16.5in
  • 3 - MAXTube Internal Support - 1x1 - 1/16in Wall


Insert 3 1x1 MAXTube Internal supports into a new section of 1x1 MAXTube.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - 1in Bracket - 90deg
  • 3 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 3 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut


Place a 90deg bracket on both sides of the 1 x 1 MAXTube and secure with 3 screws and nuts making sure that the screws pass through the MAXTube internal supports.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXTube - 1x1 - 1/16in Wall - Grid Pattern Cut to 2in
  • 2 - MAXTube Internal Support - 1x1 - 1/16in Wall


Insert 2 1x1 MAXTube Internal supports into a new section of 1x1 MAXTube.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 1 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut


Attach the short section of MAXTube to the 90deg brackets using one screw and locknut. Ensure that the screw passes through the MAXTube Internal Support.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXTube Internal Support - 1x1 - 1/16in Wall

Add one MAXTube Internal Support to the long section of 1 x 1 MAXTube as shown.

Please Note: If you are building a MAXSwerve Drivetrain there is another step need before proceeding. Please see MAXSwerve Compatibility for details.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - #10 Shaft End Screw V2 - 0.5in
  • 1 - 1/2in Rounded Hex Shaft Cut to 1.25in
  • 1 - 1/2in Hex Shaft Spacer - 1/16in
  • 1 - #10 Shaft End Screw V2 - 1.25in
  • 2 - Flanged Bearing for 1/2in Rounded Hex


Connect the assembly from Step 18 to the Intake (from Step 13). Place a bearing into both sides of the MAXSpline bore as shown. Slide the 1/2in hex through the bearings with enough to slide a 1/16in spacer onto the right side as shown. Secure the assembly to the 1/2in hex shaft with a 1.25in shaft end screw through the 1in MAXTube and a 0.5in shaft end screw into the opposite side.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXTube - 1x1 - 1/16in Wall - Grid Pattern Cut to 16.5in
  • 3 - MAXTube Internal Support - 1x1 - 1/16in Wall


Insert 3 1x1 MAXTube Internal supports into a new section of 1x1 MAXTube.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - 1in Bracket - 90deg
  • 3 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 3 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut


Place a 90deg bracket on both sides of the 1 x 1 MAXTube and secure with 3 screws and nuts making sure that the screws pass through the MAXTube internal supports.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXTube - 1x1 - 1/16in Wall - Grid Pattern Cut to 2in
  • 2 - MAXTube Internal Support - 1x1 - 1/16in Wall


Insert 2 1x1 MAXTube Internal supports into a new section of 1x1 MAXTube.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 1 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut

Attach the short section of MAXTube to the 90deg brackets using one screw and locknut. Ensure that the screw passes through the MAXTube Internal Support.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXTube Internal Support - 1x1 - 1/16in Wall

Add one MAXTube Internal Support to the long section of 1 x 1 MAXTube as shown.

Please Note: If you are building a MAXSwerve Drivetrain there is another step need before proceeding. Please see MAXSwerve Compatibility for details.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - #10 Shaft End Screw V2 - 0.5in
  • 1 - 1/2in Rounded Hex Shaft Cut to 1.25in
  • 1 - 1/2in Hex Shaft Spacer - 1/16in
  • 1 - #10 Shaft End Screw V2 - 1.25in
  • 2 - 2 - Flanged Bearing for 1/2in Rounded Hex

Connect the assembly from Step 24 to the Intake (from Step 13). Place a bearing into both sides of the MAXSpline bore as shown. Slide the 1/2in hex through the bearings with enough to slide a 1/16in spacer onto the left side as shown. Secure the assembly to the 1/2in hex shaft with a 1.25in shaft end screw through the 1in MAXTube and a 0.5in shaft end screw into the opposite side.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXTube - 1x1 - 1/16in Wall - Grid Cut to 18in
  • 1 - Lap Joint Bracket - 1in
  • 4 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 4 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut

Place a lap joint bracket onto the 1 x 1 MAXTube and secure with 4 screws and nuts.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXTube - 1x1 - 1/16in Wall - Grid Pattern Cut to 2in
  • 3 - MAXTube Internal Support - 1x1 - 1/16in Wall


Insert 3 1x1 MAXTube Internal supports into a new section of 1x1 MAXTube.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut

Attach the short section of MAXTube to the lap joint bracket using two screws and locknuts. Ensure that the screw passes through the MAXTube Internal Support.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXTube Internal Support - 1x1 - 1/16in Wall

Add one MAXTube Internal Support to the long section of 1 x 1 MAXTube as shown.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - Flanged Bearing for 1/2in Rounded Hex

Place a bearing into both sides of the MAXSpline bore as shown.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - #10 Shaft End Screw V2 - 0.5in
  • 1 - 1/2in Rounded Hex Shaft Cut to 1.25in
  • 1 - 1/2in Hex Shaft Spacer - 1/8in
  • 1 - #10 Shaft End Screw V2 - 1.25in

Connect the assembly from Step 29 to the Intake (from Step 13). Slide the 1/2in hex through the bearings with enough to slide a 1/8in spacer onto the right side as shown. Secure the assembly to the 1/2in hex shaft with a 1.25in shaft end screw through the 1in MAXTube and a 0.5in shaft end screw into the opposite side.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXTube - 1x1 - 1/16in Wall - Grid Cut to 18in
  • 1 - Lap Joint Bracket - 1in
  • 4 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 4 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut

Place a lap joint bracket onto the 1 x 1 MAXTube and secure with 4 screws and nuts.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXTube - 1x1 - 1/16in Wall - Grid Pattern Cut to 2in
  • 3 - MAXTube Internal Support - 1x1 - 1/16in Wall


Insert 3 1x1 MAXTube Internal supports into a new section of 1x1 MAXTube.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut

Attach the short section of MAXTube to the lap joint bracket using two screws and locknuts. Ensure that the screw passes through the MAXTube Internal Support.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXTube Internal Support - 1x1 - 1/16in Wall

Add one MAXTube Internal Support to the long section of 1 x 1 MAXTube as shown.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - Flanged Bearing for 1/2in Rounded Hex

Place a bearing into both sides of the MAXSpline bore as shown.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - #10 Shaft End Screw V2 - 0.5in
  • 1 - 1/2in Rounded Hex Shaft Cut to 1.25in
  • 1 - 1/2in Hex Shaft Spacer - 1/8in
  • 1 - #10 Shaft End Screw V2 - 1.25in

Connect the assembly from Step 35 to the Intake (from Step 13). Slide the 1/2in hex through the bearings with enough to slide a 1/8in spacer onto the left side as shown. Secure the assembly to the 1/2in hex shaft with a 1.25in shaft end screw through the 1in MAXTube and a 0.5in shaft end screw into the opposite side.

## Launcher
Materials Needed #### Tools * Allen Keys * 1/8 in * 5/32 in * 2.5 mm (for Docking the SPARK Flexes) * Wrench - Combination, or Socket * 3/8 in * \#25 Chain Tool * Saw to cut Polycarbonate Sheet, 1/2in Rounded Hex Shaft, and MAXTube if needed #### Subsystem Bill of Materials {% hint style="success" %} Quantity of listed parts needed coming soon! {% endhint %}
SKUDescription
REV-21-11351/2in Rounded Hex Shaft
REV-21-1916-PK4Flanged Bearing for 1/2in Rounded Hex
REV-21-193446T - 1/2in Hex - 20DP Gear
REV-21-2003-PK101/2in Hex Shaft Spacer - 1/16in
REV-21-2004-PK101/2in Hex Shaft Spacer - 1/8in
REV-21-2005-PK101/2in Hex Shaft Spacer - 1/4in
REV-21-2006-PK101/2in Hex Shaft Spacer - 1/2in
REV-21-2037-PK2MAXHub - 1/2in Hex - Aluminum
REV-21-2085-PK10#10 Spacer, 0.125in Long
REV-21-2295-PK21in Bracket - 90deg - Sharp Interior
REV-21-2376-PK2MAXHub - Structural
REV-21-2444Grip Wheel - 4in - MAXSpline - Hard
REV-21-2457Compliant Wheel - 4in - MAXSpline - Medium
REV-21-2520MAXSpline Shaft - 47in Long
REV-21-2542-PK10MAXSpline Spacer, 1/4in
REV-21-2543-PK5MAXSpline Spacer, 1/2in
REV-21-2581MAXSpline Shaft Collar - 2-Piece - Aluminum
REV-21-2589-PK2MAXSpline Shaft Endcap - 1/2in Hex - Aluminum
REV-21-2805-PK25#10 Shaft End Screw V2 - 0.5in
REV-21-301120DP Gear - MAXSpline - 34T
REV-21-3197-PK41/2in Rounded Hex Bearing - Flanged - 1in OD
REV-21-32070.74 x 0.74 Angle - 47in
REV-21-32891/2in x 1/2in MAXTube
REV-21-3293-PK21in Basic Corner Bracket
REV-21-3410Polycarbonate Sheet - 3mm - 1/2in Grid Pattern - 47in x 23in
REV-21-3420-PK23/8in Nut Strip - 3pos
REV-21-3428-PK23/8in Nut Strip - 11pos
REV-21-3476MAXSpline Shaft Collar - 2 Piece - Narrow - Aluminum
REV-21-3540MAXTube - 1x1 - 1/16in Wall - Grid Pattern - 47in
REV-21-3580MAXTube - 2x1 - 1/8in Wall - MAX Pattern
REV-21-3610MAXTube Endcap - 1x1 - 1/16in Wall
REV-21-3611MAXTube Endcap - 1x1 - 1/8in Wall
REV-21-4072RT25 Belt - 1/2in Width - 72 Tooth
REV-21-6568Flap Wheel - 6in - MAXSpline - 6F - Medium
REV-25-2224RT25 Pulley - MAXSpline - 24T - Modular
REV-29-1016-PK100#10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut
REV-29-2941-PK50Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 3/8in
REV-29-2943-PK50Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1/2in
REV-29-2945-PK50Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 5/8in
REV-29-2953-PK50Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/4in
REV-29-2955-PK50Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
REV-29-2961-PK25Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 2-1/2in
REV-29-2962-PK25Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 2-1/4in
REV-21-2102MAXPlanetary 4:1 Cartridge
REV-21-2130Vortex MAXPlanetary Input Kit
REV-25-2109MAXPlanetary Base Kit
REV-11-2159SPARK Flex Motor Controller
REV-21-1652NEO Vortex Brushless Motor
StepImage

  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXSpline Shaft Cut to 10.6875in
  • 6 - Grip Wheel - 4in - MAXSpline - Hard

Center 6 Grip wheels, flush with eachother, on the MAXSpline shaft.

Note: Marking the center of the MAXSpline shaft can make centering the wheels easier.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - MAXSpline Spacer - 1/4in


Place one MAXSpline spacer on either end of the flywheel assembly.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - 20DP Gear - MAXSpline - 34T


Place one 34T 20DP gear on either end of the flywheel assembly next to the spacers.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - MAXSpline Shaft Collar - 2 Piece - Narrow - Aluminum


Secure the flywheel components onto the MAXSpline Shaft with one MAXSpline Shaft Collar on each end of the shaft.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - 1/2in Rounded Hex Bearing - Flanged - 1in OD


Insert one bearing into each end of the MAXSpline Shaft.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - 1/2in Rounded Hex Shaft Cut to 12.75in


Slide the Hex Shaft through the bearings and the MAXSpline Shaft.

Set the flywheel assembly aside.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXSpline Shaft Cut to 10.6875in
  • 7 - Flap Wheel - 6in - MAXSpline - 6F - Medium
  • 6 - MAXSpline Spacer - 1/2in


Center 7 Flap Wheels, each separated by one spacer, on the MAXSpline shaft.

Note: Marking the center of the MAXSpline shaft can make centering the wheels easier.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - MAXSpline Shaft Collar - 2-Piece - Aluminum


Secure the components with one MAXSpline Shaft Collar on each end of the shaft.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - MAXSpline Shaft Endcap - 1/2in Hex - Aluminum


Insert one MAXSpline Shaft Endcap into each end of the MAXSpline Shaft.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - 1/2in Rounded Hex Shaft Cut to 13.875

Slide the Hex Shaft through the MAXSpline Endcaps and the MAXSpline Shaft, leaving approximately 1.875in on the left side and 1.125in on the right.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - MAXSpline Spacer - 1/8in
  • 2 - MAXSpline Spacer - 1/4in
  • 2 - MAXSpline Spacer - 1/2in


Working from the inside out, add one 1/8in spacer, 1/4in spacer, and 1/2in spacer to each side of the flap wheel assembly.

Set this aside.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXSpline Shaft Cut to 10.6875in
  • 7 - Compliant Wheel - 4in - MAXSpline - Medium
  • 6 - MAXSpline Spacer - 1/2in


Center 7 Compliant Wheels, each separated by one spacer, on the MAXSpline shaft.

Note: Marking the center of the MAXSpline shaft can make centering the wheels easier.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - MAXSpline Shaft Collar - 2-Piece - Aluminum


Secure the components with one MAXSpline Shaft Collar on each end of the shaft.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - MAXSpline Shaft Endcap - 1/2in Hex - Aluminum


Insert one MAXSpline Shaft Endcap into each end of the MAXSpline Shaft.

Set this aside.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - 1/2in Rounded Hex Shaft Cut to 14.25in and tapped with 10-32 threads
  • 1 - MAXPlanetary 1/2in Hex Socket Output
  • 1 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1/2in


Secure the hex shaft in the MAXPlanetary Socket output with a screw.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - 4:1, 4:1, MAXPlanetary System (16:1)


Use the MAXPlanetary Output from Step 15 to assemble a 4:1 MAXPlanetary Gearbox following the MAXPlanetary Gearbox Assembly Instructions.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXTube - 2x1 - 1/8in Wall - MAX Pattern Cut to 24.5in
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/4in


Mount the MAXPlanetary Gearbox to one section of MAXTube so that the hex shaft passes through the 4th MAXSpline Bore from the end.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - NEO Vortex Brushless Motor
  • 1 - SPARK Flex Motor Controller
  • 1 - 1/2in Rounded Hex Shaft Cut to 4.9375in and tapped with 10-32 threads
  • 1 - #10 Shaft End Screw V2 - 0.5in


Dock the NEO Vortex to the SPARK Flex. Then install the hex shaft with a shaft end screw.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/4in


Mount the Vortex and Flex to the other end of the MAXTube from Step 17 so that the hex shaft passes through the 2nd MAXSpline Bore from the top.


Use two screws to secure.


  1. Get:
  • 1 - Flanged Bearing for 1/2in Rounded Hex


Add a bearing to the MAXSpline Bore as shown to support the hex shaft.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - 1/2in Hex Shaft Spacer - 1/4in
  • 1 - 1/2in Hex Shaft Spacer - 1/8in
  • 1 - 46T - 1/2in Hex - 20DP Gear
  • 1 - #10 Shaft End Screw V2 - 0.5in


Add both spacers and one 46T gear to the hex shaft. Then retain these components with a shaft end screw.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - Flanged Bearing for 1/2in Rounded Hex


Add a bearing to the MAXSpline Bore as shown to support the hex shaft.

  1. Get:
  • Roller with Compliant Wheels


Add the compliant wheel assembly from Step 14 to the hex shaft.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - Flanged Bearing for 1/2in Rounded Hex


Place a bearing two MAXSplines up from the MAXPlanetary Gearbox on the same face of the MAXTube as the motors.

  1. Get:
  • Roller with Flap Wheels
  • 1 - #10 Shaft End Screw V2 - 0.5in


Add the flap wheel assembly from Step 11 to the bearing. Retain the shaft with a shaft end screw.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXHub - 1/2in Hex - Aluminum


Add a 1/2in Hex MAXHub to the MAXSpline bore directly below the upper motor output.

  1. Get:
  • Roller with Grip Wheels
  • 1 - MAXHub - Structural
  • 1 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1/2in


Add a Structural MAXHub to the opposite side of the 1/2in Hex one that was just installed. Then, mount the flywheel assembly from Step 6 to the MAXTube through the MAXHubs. Take care to align the gear teeth during this step.

Secure the 1/2in Hex shaft to the MAXTube with a screw through the Structural MAXHub once the gears have properly meshed.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - NEO Vortex Brusless Motor
  • 1 - SPARK Flex Motor Controller
  • 1 - 1/2in Rounded Hex Shaft Cut to 4.9375in
  • 1 - #10 Shaft End Screw V2 - 0.5in

Dock the NEO Vortex to the SPARK Flex. Then install the hex shaft with a shaft end screw.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXTube - 2x1 - 1/8in Wall - MAX Pattern Cut to 24.5in
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/4in


Mount the Vortex and Flex to the new section of MAXTube so that the hex shaft passes through the 2nd MAXSpline Bore from the top.

Use two screws to secure.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - Flanged Bearing for 1/2in Rounded Hex


Add a bearing to the MAXSpline Bore as shown to support the hex shaft.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - 1/2in Hex Shaft Spacer - 1/4in
  • 1 - 1/2in Hex Shaft Spacer - 1/8in
  • 1 - 46T - 1/2in Hex - 20DP Gear
  • 1 - #10 Shaft End Screw V2 - 0.5in


Add both spacers and one 46T gear to the hex shaft. Then retain these components with a shaft end screw.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXHub - 1/2in Hex - Aluminum


Add a 1/2in Hex MAXHub to the MAXSpline bore directly below the upper motor output.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - Flanged Bearing for 1/2in Rounded Hex


Place a bearing four MAXSplines down from the upper motor on the same face of the MAXTube that the motor hangs from.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - Flanged Bearing for 1/2in Rounded Hex
  • 1 - MAXSpline Spacer - 1/8in
  • 1 - MAXSpline Spacer - 1/4in
  • 1 - MAXSpline Spacer - 1/2in


Add a bearing and then three spacers to the compliant wheel roller

  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXHub - Structural
  • 1 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1/2in


Add a Structural MAXHub to the opposite side of the 1/2in Hex one that was installed in Step 32. Then, mount the flywheel assembly to the MAXTube through the MAXHubs. Take care to align the gear teeth during this step.

Secure the 1/2in Hex shaft to the MAXTube with a screw through the Structural MAXHub once the gears have properly meshed.

At this time, be mindful of the other rollers and align any shafts/bearings with their respective MAXSpline bores.


  1. Get:
  • 2 - Single RT25 Plastic Pulley - MAXSpline - 24 Tooth with MAX Hubs
  • 2 - #10 Shaft End Screw V2 - 0.5in
  • 1 - RT25 Belt - 1/2in Width - 72 Tooth


On the outside of the Launcher's MAXTube frame, place two pulleys and a belt so that the flap wheel roller and compliant wheel roller are connected.

Check that the belt is seated properly in the teeth of the pulley and then secure with two shaft end screws.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - Aluminum Angle - 0.74in x 0.74in Cut to 17.5in
  • 3 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 2-1/2in
  • 3 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut


With the Launcher's frame oriented with the MAXPlanetary Gearbox on the left side, attach the aluminum angle to the 1in face of the left MAXTube. Use 3 screws and nuts to secure the piece as shown.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - Aluminum Angle - 0.74in x 0.74in Cut to 17.5in
  • 3 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 2-1/2in
  • 3 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut


With the Launcher's frame in the same position as Step 37, attach the aluminum angle to the 1in face of the right MAXTube. Use 3 screws and nuts to secure the piece as shown.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - Aluminum Angle - 0.74in x 0.74in Cut to 25in
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 3/8in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut


Rotate the Launcher's frame so that the MAXPlanetary gearbox is now on the right side of the assembly.

Attach the Aluminum Angle across the top of the two MAXTube sections as shown with screws and nuts.


  1. Get:
  • 2 - MAXTube Endcap - 1x1 - 1/8in Wall
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 3/8in


Add one 1x1 MAXTube Endcap to each end of the aluminum angle, using one screw to secure each piece as shown.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - 1in Bracket - 90deg - Sharp Interior
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 3/8in


Use one screw to mount a 90deg bracket to both ends of the aluminum angle. Use the third hole in from the end of each leg to secure the piece to the MAXTube endcap.

Set this assembly aside.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXTube Endcap - 1x1 - 1/8in Wall
  • 1 - MAXTube - 1x1 - 1/16in Wall - Grid Pattern Cut to 24in


Add one endcap to the section of MAXTube.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - 1in Bracket - 90deg - Sharp Interior
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 3/8in
  • 1 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 1 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut


Add a 90deg bracket to the same end of the MAXTube. Secure with the longer screw in the 3rd hole from the edge of the tube and a nut, as shown. Then use the shorter screws to secure the endcap to the tube and bracket.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXTube Endcap - 1x1 - 1/8in Wall
  • 1 - MAXTube - 1x1 - 1/16in Wall - Grid Pattern Cut to 24in


Add one endcap to the section of MAXTube.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - 1in Bracket - 90deg - Sharp Interior
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 3/8in
  • 1 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 1 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut


Add a 90deg bracket to the same end of the MAXTube. Secure with the longer screw in the 3rd hole from the edge of the tube and a nut, as shown. Then use the shorter screws to secure the endcap to the tube and bracket.

Note: this piece should be a mirror of the one assembled in Step 43.

  1. Get:
  • 4 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 4 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut
  • 1 - MAXTube - 1x1 - 1/16in Wall - Grid Pattern Cut to 25in


Connect the 90deg bracket and tube sections from Steps 43/45 to the new section of MAXTube using 4 screws and nuts as shown.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - MAXTube Endcap - 1x1 - 1/8in Wall


Insert one MAXTube endcap into either end of the top section of 1x1 MAXTube.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - 1in Bracket - 90deg - Sharp Interior
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 3/8in
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut


Attach two 90deg brackets to the top section of MAXTube as shown. Use the longer screws and nuts where there is no endcap to secure the part to.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - 1in Bracket - 90deg - Sharp Interior
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 3/8in


Attach two 90deg brackets to the top section of MAXTube as shown. Use the longer screws and nuts where there is no endcap to secure the part to.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - 1/2in x 1/2in MAXTube Cut to 12.5in
  • 2 - 3/8in Nut Strip - 3pos


Insert one nut strip into either end of the 1/2 x 1/2 MAXTube.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in


Add the 1/2 x 1/2 MAXTube to the structure from Step 49 on the same side that the upper 90deg brackets point.

Secure with screws through the 14th hole from the top of the uprights using screws into the nut strips.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - 1in Bracket - 90deg - Sharp Interior
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut


Rotate the structure so that the 1/2 x 1/2 MAXTube and upper 90deg brackets are facing "up" or "out" towards you.

Then, add 90deg brackets on both the front and the back of the right side MAXTube so that the angle is pointing out to the right. The lowest hole in the bracket should line up with the 9th hole from the bottom of the 1x1 MAXTube.

Note: Place the screws so that the nuts are on the front face of the structure in this orientation, as shown in the first image.


  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXTube - 1x1 - 1/16in Wall - Grid Pattern Cut to 6in
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut


Connect the MAXTube to the 90deg bracket using two screws and nuts as shown. The nuts should be on the same side of the structure as the other ones in this bracket.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - 1in Bracket - 90deg - Sharp Interior
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut


Attach another 90deg bracket to the 1x1 MAXTube using two screws and nuts as shown. The last hole in the bracket aligns with 3rd hole from the outer edge of the tube.

Note: The nuts should be on the same side of the structure as the other ones in this part of the assembly.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - 1in Bracket - 90deg - Sharp Interior
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut


Add 90deg brackets on both the front and the back of the right side MAXTube so that the angle is pointing out to the right. The lowest hole in the bracket should line up with the 9th hole from the bottom of the 1x1 MAXTube.

Note: Place the screws so that the nuts are on the front face of the structure in this orientation, as shown in the first image.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXTube - 1x1 - 1/16in Wall - Grid Pattern Cut to 6in
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut


Connect the MAXTube to the 90deg bracket using two screws and nuts as shown. The nuts should be on the same side of the structure as the other ones in this bracket.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - 1in Bracket - 90deg - Sharp Interior
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut


Attach another 90deg bracket to the 1x1 MAXTube using two screws and nuts as shown. The last hole in the bracket aligns with 3rd hole from the outer edge of the tube.

Note: The nuts should be on the same side of the structure as the other ones in this part of the assembly.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - 1/2in x 1/2in MAXTube Cut to 12.5in
  • 2 - 3/8in Nut Strip - 11pos


Insert one nut strip into either end of the 1/2 x 1/2 MAXTube.


  1. Get:
  • 1 - Aluminum Angle - 0.74in x 0.74in Cut to 11in
  • 6 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1/2in
  • 6 - #10 Spacer - 1/8in


Add a piece of aluminum angle to the 1/2 x 1/2 MAXTube with a slight offset by including a spacer between the two pieces of metal at each screw.

Screws will be secured at the 4th, 8th, and 11th hole from each end of the MAXTube.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - MAXTube Endcap - 1x1 - 1/8in Wall
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 3/8in


Attach one 1x1 MAXTube Endcap to each end of the aluminum angle using a screw as shown in the image.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - Aluminum Angle - 0.74in x 0.74in Cut to 8in
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in


Align the MAXTube endcaps of the assembly from Step 60 with the 2nd hole from the top crossbar. Use screws to secure an additional piece of Aluminum Angle on each side, using the endcaps as the anchor.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - Polycarbonate Sheet - 3mm - 1/2in Grid Pattern Cut to 15in x 7.5in
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut


Attach the polycarbonate sheet to the structure's left side using two screws and locknuts, as shown in the image

  1. Get:
  • 1 - Polycarbonate Sheet - 3mm - 1/2in Grid Pattern Cut to 15in x 7.5in
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut


Attach the polycarbonate sheet to the structure's right side using two screws and locknuts, as shown in the image.

Set the structure aside.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - Polycarbonate Sheet - 3mm - 1/2in Grid Pattern Cut to 24.5in x 12.5in
  • 1 - Aluminum Angle - 0.74in x 0.74in Cut to 11in
  • 4 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 5/8in
  • 4 - #10 Spacer - 1/8in
  • 2 - MAXTube Endcap - 1x1 - 1/8in Wall
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut


First, attach one 1x1 MAXTube Endcap to each end of the aluminum angle using a screw.

Then, attach the aluminum angle to the polycarbonate sheet so that it is centered (3 holes in from either side) and 19 holes from the factory edge of the sheet.

Be sure to equally space the screws and include a spacer between the polycarbonate sheet and angle aluminum.


  1. Get:
  • 1 - Aluminum Angle - 0.74in x 0.74in Cut to 11in
  • 4 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 5/8in
  • 4 - #10 Spacer - 1/8in
  • 2 - MAXTube Endcap - 1x1 - 1/8in Wall
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut


First, attach one 1x1 MAXTube Endcap to each end of the aluminum angle using a screw.

Then, attach the aluminum angle to the polycarbonate sheet so that it is centered (3 holes in from either side) and 7 full holes, or approximately 3.5in, from the top edge of the sheet.

Be sure to equally space the screws and include a spacer between the polycarbonate sheet and angle aluminum.



  1. Get:
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1/2in


Use the 6th row down from the angle aluminum last added to attach the polycarbonate sheet to the structure from Step 63 using two screws.



  1. Get:
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in


Create the launcher hood's curve by attaching the MAXTube Endcaps to the MAXTube uprights in the main structure. Use the 5th hole down from the bracket for this step.

Note: This step may require a significant amount of force to hold the polycarbonate sheet in place. We recommend that one person presses on the polycarb while another places the screws.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in


Attach the MAXTube Endcaps from the lower support to the uprights in the main structure. Use the 3rd complete hole up from the bracket for this step.

  1. Get:
  • 4 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1/2in
  • 4 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut


Attach the other half of the Launcher's frame, from Step 41, to the upper side aluminum angle with one screw and polycarbonate side panels using 3 screws as shown. Use locknuts to secure the connection.

  1. Get:
  • 4 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1/2in
  • 4 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut


Attach the other side of the Launcher's frame to the upper side aluminum angle with one screw and polycarbonate side panels using 3 screws as shown. Use locknuts to secure the connection.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut


Use two screws and lock nuts to connect the lower piece of angle aluminum to the launcher. Check that the bolt heads are on the inside of the mechanism and the nuts are on the same side as the motors.

  1. Get:
  • 4 - 1in Basic Corner Bracket
  • 4 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 2-1/4in
  • 4 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock


Attach a Basic Corner Brackets to each 1in face of the MAXPattern MAXTube uprights. Use two screws and nuts per side to secure with the nuts facing into the frame as shown.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - MAXTube Endcap - 1x1 - 1/16in Wall
  • 2 - 1in Basic Corner Bracket
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 2-1/4in
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1/2in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock


Insert a MAXTube Endcap into the bottom of each 1x1 section of MAXTube. Then, attach one Basic Corner Bracket to the inner face of the 1x1 MAXTube uprights. Use two screws, the MAXTube endcap, and one nut for each bracket to secure.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - 1in Basic Corner Bracket
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock


Attach one Basic Corner Bracket to the face nearest the polycarbonate sheets using one screw and nut. The top hole of the bracket will align with the 4th hole from the bottom of the MAXTube.

## Left Wall
Materials Needed #### Tools * Allen Keys * 1/8 in * Wrench - Combination, or Socket * 3/8 in * Saw to cut Polycarbonate Sheet and MAXTube if needed #### Subsystem Bill of Materials {% hint style="success" %} Quantity of listed parts needed coming soon! {% endhint %}
SKUDescription
REV-11-1850Power Distribution Hub (PDH)
REV-21-2295-PK21in Bracket - 90deg - Sharp Interior
REV-21-3293-PK21in Basic Corner Bracket
REV-21-32070.74 x 0.74 Angle - 47in
REV-21-3410Polycarbonate Sheet - 3mm - 1/2in Grid Pattern - 47in x 23in
REV-21-3540MAXTube - 1x1 - 1/16in Wall - Grid Pattern - 47in
REV-21-3552MAXTube - 2x1 - 1/16in Wall - 47in
REV-21-3580MAXTube - 2x1 - 1/8in Wall - MAX Pattern
REV-21-3610MAXTube Endcap - 1x1 - 1/16in Wall
REV-21-3612MAXTube Endcap - 2x1 - 1/16in Wall
REV-29-1016-PK100#10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut
REV-29-2941-PK50Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 3/8in
REV-29-2955-PK50Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
REV-29-2961-PK25Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 2-1/2in
StepImage
  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXTube - 2x1 - 1/16in Wall
  • 1 - MAXTube Endcap - 2x1 - 1/16in Wall

Insert a MAXTube endcap into the end of the MAXTube as shown.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - 1in Basic Corner Bracket
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 2-1/2in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock

On the opposite end of the MAXTube from the previous step secure a corner bracket with two screws and locknuts. The screws should be through the 9th and 11th holes from the end shown.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXTube - 2x1 - 1/8in Wall - MAX Pattern Cut to 17in
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 2-1/2in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock

Attach the MAX Pattern MAXTube to the bracket from the previous step with two screws and locknuts.

Set aside.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXTube - 1x1 - 1/16in Wall - Grid Pattern Cut to 23in
  • 1 - MAXTube Endcap - 1x1 - 1/16in Wall

Insert a MAXTube endcap into a section of 1 x 1 MAXTube.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - Polycarbonate Sheet - 3mm - 1/2in Grid Pattern Cut to 17.5in x 23in
  • 1 - Aluminum Angle - 0.74in x 0.74in Cut to 4in
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock

Attach the MAXTube from the previous step and a section of aluminum angle to the polycarbonate sheet with two screws and locknuts.


  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXTube - 1x1 - 1/16in Wall - Grid Pattern Cut to 16in
  • 1 - MAXTube Endcap - 1x1 - 1/16in Wall

Insert a MAXTube endcap into a section of 1 x 1 MAXTube.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - 1in Bracket - 90deg - Sharp Interior
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock

Attach the MAXTube from the previous step to the polycarbonate sheet with a screw and locknut as well as a 90 deg bracket a screw and locknut.


  1. Get:
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock

Attach the assembly from the previous step to the MAXTube with the MAX Pattern from Step 3 with two screws and locknuts.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 3/8in
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock

Secure the opposite corner of the polycarbonate two screws and locknuts as well as a 3/8in screw into the MAXTube endcap from Step 1.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock

Secure the polycarbonate with two additional screws and locknuts as shown.

## Right Wall
Materials Needed #### Tools * Allen Keys * 1/8 in * Wrench - Combination, or Socket * 3/8 in * Saw to cut Polycarbonate Sheet and MAXTube if needed #### Subsystem Bill of Materials {% hint style="success" %} Quantity of listed parts needed coming soon! {% endhint %}
SKUDescription
REV-21-2295-PK21in Bracket - 90deg - Sharp Interior
REV-21-3293-PK21in Basic Corner Bracket
REV-21-32070.74 x 0.74 Angle - 47in
REV-21-3410Polycarbonate Sheet - 3mm - 1/2in Grid Pattern - 47in x 23in
REV-21-3540MAXTube - 1x1 - 1/16in Wall - Grid Pattern - 47in
REV-21-3552MAXTube - 2x1 - 1/16in Wall - 47in
REV-21-3580MAXTube - 2x1 - 1/8in Wall - MAX Pattern
REV-21-3610MAXTube Endcap - 1x1 - 1/16in Wall
REV-21-3612MAXTube Endcap - 2x1 - 1/16in Wall
REV-29-1016-PK100#10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut
REV-29-2941-PK50Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 3/8in
REV-29-2955-PK50Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
REV-29-2961-PK25Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 2-1/2in
StepImage
  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXTube - 2x1 - 1/16in Wall
  • 1 - MAXTube Endcap - 2x1 - 1/16in Wall

Insert a MAXTube endcap into the end of the MAXTube as shown.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - 1in Basic Corner Bracket
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 2-1/2in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock

On the opposite end of the MAXTube from the previous step secure a corner bracket with two screws and locknuts. The screws should be through the 9th and 11th holes from the end shown.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXTube - 2x1 - 1/8in Wall - MAX Pattern Cut to 17in
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 2-1/2in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock

Attach the MAX Pattern MAXTube to the bracket from the previous step with two screws and locknuts.

Set aside.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXTube - 1x1 - 1/16in Wall - Grid Pattern Cut to 23in
  • 1 - MAXTube Endcap - 1x1 - 1/16in Wall

Insert a MAXTube endcap into a section of 1 x 1 MAXTube.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - Polycarbonate Sheet - 3mm - 1/2in Grid Pattern Cut to 17.5in x 23in
  • 1 - Aluminum Angle - 0.74in x 0.74in Cut to 4in
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock

Attach the MAXTube from the previous step and a section of aluminum angle to the polycarbonate sheet with two screws and locknuts.


  1. Get:
  • 1 - MAXTube - 1x1 - 1/16in Wall - Grid Pattern Cut to 16in
  • 1 - MAXTube Endcap - 1x1 - 1/16in Wall

Insert a MAXTube endcap into a section of 1 x 1 MAXTube.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - 1in Bracket - 90deg - Sharp Interior
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock

Attach the MAXTube from the previous step to the polycarbonate sheet with a screw and locknut as well as a 90 deg bracket a screw and locknut.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock

Attach the assembly from the previous step to the MAXTube with the MAX Pattern from Step 3 with two screws and locknuts.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 3/8in
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock

Secure the opposite corner of the polycarbonate two screws and locknuts as well as a 3/8in screw into the MAXTube endcap from Step 1.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock

Secure the polycarbonate with two additional screws and locknuts as shown.

## Final Assembly
Materials Needed #### Tools * Allen Keys * 1/8 in * Wrench - Combination, or Socket * 3/8 in * Saw to cut Polycarbonate Sheet and MAXTube if needed #### Assembly Bill of Materials {% hint style="success" %} Quantity of listed parts needed coming soon! {% endhint %}
SKUDescription
REV-21-1916-PK41/2in Rounded Hex Bearing - Flanged - 1.125in OD
REV-21-2805-PK250.5in - #10-32 Shaft End Screw V2
REV-21-3738-PK251.25in - #10-32 Shaft End Screw V2
REV-21-28101/2in Rounded Hex Shaft - 1.5in
REV-21-2003-PK101/2in Hex Shaft Spacer - 1/16in
REV-21-2004-PK101/2in Hex Shaft Spacer - 1/8in
REV-21-2005-PK101/2in Hex Shaft Spacer - 1/4in
REV-21-3410Polycarbonate Sheet - 3mm - 1/2in Grid Pattern
REV-29-1016-PK100#10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock Nut
REV-29-2941-PK50Button Head Hex Drive Screws #10-32 x3/8in -
REV-29-2953-PK50Button Head Hex Drive Screws #10-32 x1-1/4in -
REV-29-2955-PK50Button Head Hex Drive Screws #10-32 x1-1/2in -
REV-29-2961-PK25Button Head Hex Drive Screws #10-32 x2-1/2in -
StepImage
  1. Get:
  • 1 - Conveyor Assembly
  • 4 - Flanged Bearing for 1/2in Rounded Hex

Insert 4 bearings into the MAXTube as shown.

  1. Get:
  • 4 - Flanged Bearing for 1/2in Rounded Hex

Insert 4 bearings into the MAXTube as shown.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - #10 Shaft End Screw V2 - 0.5in
  • 2 - 1/2in Rounded Hex Shaft Cut to 1.5in tapped
  • 1 - 1/2in Hex Shaft Spacer - 1/4in
  • 1 - 1/2in Hex Shaft Spacer - 1/8in
  • 2 - 1/2in Hex Shaft Spacer - 1/16in


Please note: A belt on the Conveyor assembly has been hidden in this photo for visual clarity and has NOT been removed. This step can and should be done through the loop of the belt.

Insert the mounting points for the Intake into the Conveyor Assembly as follows:

  • In the bearings in the bore 4th from the end as shown, insert a 1/2in hex shaft. Slide a 1/4in spacer onto the right side and a shaft end screw. On the opposite side slide on a 1/8in spacer.
  • In the bearings in the bore 2nd from the end as shown, insert a 1/2in hex shaft. Slide a 1/4in spacer and a 1/16in spacer onto the right side and a shaft end screw. On the opposite side slide on a 1/16in spacer.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - #10 Shaft End Screw V2 - 0.5in
  • 2 - 1/2in Rounded Hex Shaft Cut to 1.5in tapped
  • 1 - 1/2in Hex Shaft Spacer - 1/4in
  • 1 - 1/2in Hex Shaft Spacer - 1/8in
  • 2 - 1/2in Hex Shaft Spacer - 1/16in


Please note: A belt on the Conveyor assembly has been hidden in this photo for visual clarity and has NOT been removed. This step can and should be done through the loop of the belt.

Insert the mounting points for the Intake into the Conveyor Assembly as follows:

  • In the bearings in the bore 4th from the end as shown, insert a 1/2in hex shaft. Slide a 1/4in spacer onto the left side and a shaft end screw. On the opposite side slide on a 1/8in spacer.
  • In the bearings in the bore 2nd from the end as shown, insert a 1/2in hex shaft. Slide a 1/4in spacer and a 1/16in spacer onto the left side and a shaft end screw. On the opposite side slide on a 1/16in spacer.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - Intake Assembly
  • 4 - #10 Shaft End Screw V2 - 1.25in

Slide the Intake Assembly onto the Conveyor Assembly. Secure it to the mounting points from the previous steps with 4 shaft end screws.



  1. Get:
  • 1 - Drivetrain Assembly
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock

Slide the Conveyor and Intake Assembly onto the drivetrain. Secure it with two screws and locknuts.


  1. Get:
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock

Secure the Conveyor and Intake Assembly onto the drivetrain with two screws and locknuts.

  1. Get:
  • 4 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/4in

Secure the Conveyor and Intake Assembly onto the drivetrain with four screws into the MAXTube end caps.

  1. Get:
  • 4 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/4in

Secure the Conveyor and Intake Assembly onto the drivetrain with four screws into the MAXTube end caps.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - Launcher Assembly

Place the Launcher Assembly onto the Drivetrain. Align the launcher so the brackets rest as shown. The polycarbonate should rest onto the 1/2in hex at the end of the conveyor. If the polycarbonate does not reach the 1/2in hex or is touching the belts you will need to adjust the polycarbonate up or down.

Secure the polycarbonate to the 1/2in hex with zip ties.


  1. Get:
  • 3 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 2-1/2in
  • 3 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock

Attach the launcher to the drivetrain with three screws and locknuts as shown.

Please Note: You may need to remove the belly polycarbonate to access two of these nuts. If you do, move onto the next step before reattaching it.

  1. Get:
  • 3 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 2-1/2in
  • 3 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock

Attach the launcher to the drivetrain with three screws and locknuts as shown.

Please Note: If you removed the belly polycarbonate in the last step, reattach it after this step.

  1. Get:
  • 3 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 2-1/2in
  • 3 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock

Attach the launcher to the drivetrain with three screws and locknuts as shown.

Please Note: One #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock is not visualized in this image but should be used.

  1. Get:
  • 3 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 2-1/2in
  • 3 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock

Attach the launcher to the drivetrain with three screws and locknuts as shown.

Please Note: One #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock is not visualized in this image but should be used.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - Conveyor Motor Assembly
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/4in

Loop the 56 tooth belt that has been hanging around the the pulley of the Conveyor Motor Assembly. Attach it to the drivetrain with two screws into the endcaps.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - Right Wall Assembly
  • 3 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 3 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock

Attach the right wall to the T bracket on the conveyor assembly with three screws and locknuts.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 1 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 3/8in

Attach the right wall to the lower 90 deg bracket on the launcher bracket assembly with a screw and locknut as well as two 3/8in screws into the MAXTube endcap.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 1 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 3/8in

Attach the right wall to the downward facing of the two upper 90 deg brackets on the launcher bracket assembly with a screw and locknut as well as two 3/8in screws into the MAXTube endcaps.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock
  • 1 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 3/8in

Attach the right wall to the horizontal facing of the two upper 90 deg brackets on the launcher bracket assembly with two screws and locknuts as well as a 3/8in screw into the MAXTube endcap.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 3/8in

Secure the polycarbonate to the right wall with two 3/8in screws into the MAXTube endcaps.

  1. Get:
  • 3 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock

Attach the right wall to the horizontal facing 90 deg bracket on the rear of the launcher assembly with two screws and locknuts as well as a screw through the MAXTube endcap.

  1. Get:
  • 3 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 3 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock

Attach the left wall to the T bracket on the conveyor assembly with three screws and locknuts.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 1 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 3/8in

Attach the left wall to the lower 90 deg on the launcher bracket assembly with a screw and locknut as well as two 3/8in screws into the MAXTube endcap.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 1 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 3/8in

Attach the left wall to the downward facing of the two upper 90 deg brackets on the launcher bracket assembly with a screw and locknut as well as two 3/8in screws into the MAXTube endcaps.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 1 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 3/8in

Attach the left wall to the horizontal facing of the two upper 90 deg brackets on the launcher bracket assembly with two screws and locknuts as well as a 3/8in screw into the MAXTube endcap.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 3/8in

Secure the polycarbonate to the left wall with two 3/8in screws into the MAXTube endcaps.

  1. Get:
  • 3 - Button Head Hex Drive Screw #10-32 x 1-1/2in
  • 2 - #10-32 Low Profile Nylon Lock

Attach the left wall to the horizontal facing 90 deg bracket on the rear of the launcher assembly with two screws and locknuts as well as a screw through the MAXTube endcap.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - Polycarbonate Sheet - 3mm - 1/2in Grid Pattern Cut to 12in x 5in

Zip tie the two polycarbonate sheets to the walls and the drivetrain to act as a base to the hopper and a funnel to the conveyor.

  1. Get:
  • 2 - Polycarbonate Sheet - 3mm - 1/2in Grid Pattern Cut to 13in x 11in

Zip tie the two polycarbonate sheets to the walls and the launcher to act as a walls to the hopper and a funnel to the conveyor.

  1. Get:
  • 1 - Polycarbonate Sheet - 3mm - 1/2in Grid Pattern Cut to 17in x 8in

Zip tie the polycarbonate sheet to the intake to act as a wall to the hopper.

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