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This unit does not come with R/C controller.
You can order one here. You will also need a NiMh battery charger.

For more information about this product, go to the Machine Lab web site, then make sure to come back here to place your order!

MMP-5

These robot platforms were designed with versatility in mind. We wanted to build a workhorse that could be used in many applications. These applications may include, education, research and development, service and inspection, survailance and securuty, exploration, hazardous duty, trade shows, robotic competitions, personal projects, or even entertainment.

The MMP platforms come with dual PWM electronic speed controls that utilize the R/C standard control signal. This is the same signal that is used to control standard hobby servo motors. The signal  is a 1.0 ms to 2.0 ms pulse rate with 1.5 ms being the "dead zone". This means that by varying a pulsed signal with timing between 1 and 2 milliseconds you can control the left and right hand drive motors in fully proportional forward and reverse.

Utilizing this control format allows the use of  standard hobby receivers to control the MMP's as well as most micro controllers such as the Basic Stamp, the Scott Edwards servo controller board and  Lynxmotion's First Step and Next Step boards. This also means that the MMP's are great for directly transplanting your robots "brains" and sensors from existing projects and kits.

Alternately, you may also choose the Serial controller option, so you may control this unit from a computer or other RS-232 interface.

The MMP platforms come with a hard, Black Anodized chassis. This gives them a tougher scratch-resistant coating and a nice look.

Drive 4 Wheel drive (Geolanders tires as below)
Suspension Semi-Pneumatic Tires
Chassis 2-piece Aluminum Chassis
Motors 4 x 12VDC Gearhead motors
Speed 3.5 feet/second
Motor Control 2 x 12 Amp PWM Controllers
1.0-2.0 MS Signal (R/C Std.)
Optional Serial Control
Batteries 12V 1400 MaH NiMh
Run Time 1 hour +
Weight 4.5lb
Payload 4 lb
Height 4.1 inches
Length 10.25 inches
Width 10.25 inches

 

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MMP-5 Serial Contoller RS-232 Adapter Board

RS-232 adapter specifications:
 
- For those who want to run their MMP platforms directly from a laptop, PC, or PC 104 type computer.
- This is not necessary for those using a Basic stamp or any other TTL level (+5 volt) processor.
- This additional unit provides +- 12 V voltage level translation to output 0-5 volts logic level.
- This unit also provides full opto-isolation.
- Comes with standard DB 9 connector
- Also comes with output leads to plug into serial motor driver boards

 

 

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9.6 - 18V Universal Smart Charger

A convenient, simple and basic battery charger that does NOT need a separate power supply, you can run this one right from a standard wall outlet.

* AC 120-240V input with standard wall plug
* Charging Current: selectable 0.9A or 1.8A
* Battery Types: 50 mAh ~ 3000 mAh Ni-Cd or Ni-MH
* Cells: 8 - 15 Cells (9.6V -18V) do NOT attempt to charge packs less than 9.6V or over 18V
* Automatically detects battery voltage. Red LED will be on during charging
* Fused protection for overcurrent, short circuit, or reverse polarity.
* One standard Tamiya-style connector installed
* Adapter cable for optional charging with clips

 


MMP-5 PVC prototyping plate with sensor bumper

Great for mounting electronics, sensors, extra batteries and servos. Comes with 4 nylon 4-40 standoffs. Holes can be pre drilled and tapped if you specify when ordering at no charge. (Specify in Special Instructions field)

 

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Geolanders Tires

Great for loose dirt, rocks, sand, grass etc. Will also work well indoors on hard floors but are not the most efficient for carpet. Comes with a foam insert. Sold as 1 pair. Wheels sold separately.

Size:
4 " diameter
2.1" wide
90 grams per tire (with foam insert)

F5 Wheels

F5 wheels

Size:
2.2" diameter
1.9" wide
12mm hex drive
30 grams per wheel

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Hex Hub

12mm hex hubs for the ML-30 motors.
There is a 6 mm hole in one side with set screw for the ML-30 motor shaft and an 8-32 tapped hole in the other side to retain the wheel. Wheels and Tires sold separately.

A perfect fit for the wheels on this page.


Base loaded antenna mount

This delrin  mount keeps the antenna isolated from the aluminum chassis. The mount requires a 3/4 hole to be bored in the aluminum chassis with a three hole bolt circle. This can be done free of charge if you specify when ordering. Comes with 3, 2-56 screws.

Deans Two-Piece, Base-Loaded Whip Antenna

Eliminate that lengthy receiver antenna with one of these cool Mini Antenna.

Electronically loaded design allows a shorter receiver antenna while maintaining adequate range.

Two piece version bolts thru a 1/4" hole and has a removable whip.

Acceptable for both 72Mhz (air) and 75Mhz (ground) receivers.

7.7 inches long

 

 

 

ML-30 30:1 Gearhead Motor

This is a compact, small and powerful gearhead motor, great for drive power for smaller bots. This is the motor that powers the MMP units from The Machine Lab.

· 12V Permanent Magnet
· All metal gears
· Weight: 7.26 oz (.454 lbs)
· 200 RPM
· 30:1 gear reduction
· Stall torque 194 oz-in
· Rated torque at max eff. 50 oz-in
· Speed under rated load 161 RPM
· Stall Current 3.3 Amps
· 78% efficiency
· Current at rated load 730 mA
· No Load current 115 mA

 

 

 

ML-50 50:1 Gearhead Motor

This is a compact, small and powerful gearhead motor, great for drive power for smaller bots. This is the motor that powers the MMP units from The Machine Lab.

· 12V Permanent Magnet
· All metal gears
· Weight: 7.26 oz (.454 lbs)
· 120 RPM
· 50:1 gear reduction
· Stall torque 320 oz-in
· Rated torque at max efficiency 83 oz-in
· Speed under rated load 100rpm
· Stall Current 3.3 Amps
· 78% efficiency
· Current at rated load 730 mA
· No Load current 115 mA