Flap

Flap Wheels are used for intakes and conveyor systems to pick up irregular game pieces, playing a similar role to compliant wheels. ION Flap wheels feature cut marks every 3.2mm on the flaps for consistent cutting, allowing for versatility and adaptability for unique game pieces. The ION Flap wheels have a solid 1/2in Hex Hub molded into the wheel making sure more power is driven by the wheel. These wheels come in three different durometers, outlined below. As the tread durometer increases the compliant flap gets harder which will change traction, wear, and compliance of the flap.

Specifications

Parameter:	Value and Units:
Flap Length:	4in (101.6mm) (end to end)
Hub Width:	0.5in (12.7mm)
Flap Width:	0.44in (11.1mm)

Durometer Specs

Hardness:	Color:	Durometer:
Soft	Light Gray	30A
Medium	Dark Gray	40A
Hard	Black	60A

Application Examples

2024 REV ION FRC Starter Bot Intake Design

2024 REV ION FRC Starter Bot Intake

On the 2024 REV ION FRC Starter Bot, the flap wheels on the intake aid in grabbing the CRESCENDO game pieces to be secured for the launcher.

2024 REV ION Starter Bot using the flap wheels on the lowered intake

The flap wheels spin while the intake is lowered to sweep game pieces into the compliant wheel rollers providing a further reach.