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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!
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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.
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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
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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) |
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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