Tetrix Prime Robotics
Deliver authentic STEM learning with TETRIX PRIME
When students are immersed in STEM and understand how it affects their futures, that’s when they really engage. TETRIX PRIME robotics offers a great tool for building STEM interest and sustaining enthusiasm as Students are challenged to solve real-world problems using critical-thinking, collaboration, and innovation skills. Its simple and intuitive design enables robotic creations to come to life quickly, meaning students can focus more on problem-solving and applying STEM knowledge.
Simple
Designed specifically for ease of use, PRIME enables students to assemble and disassemble robots within a classroom period. Its quick-fasten system makes it a great solution for teaching engineering because students can swiftly test and perform multiple design iterations.
Easy to Use
PRIME sets come with everything needed for students to hit the ground running, including builder’s guides that teach how to build a robot and use either remote or autonomous control to get it moving within minutes.
Versatile
Its versatile design, ability to integrate with multiple control systems, and curriculum support mean PRIME can grow with your students as they hone their engineering and programming capabilities. The addition of the PULSE™ controller means the classroom possibilities are endless. Learn more about PULSE by watching our introduction video.
Tetrix Prime Bronze Bushings 6mm(ID) x 9mm(L) pkg of 12
Tetrix Prime 6mm(ID) x 9mm(L) Bronze Bushings keep things running smoothly on your robotic creation. Sized for the Tetrix Prime; system, these 9 mm by 6 mm bronze bushings are lightly lubricated to reduce friction on axles.
- Weight: 1.4 grams per bushing
- Quantity: pkg of 12
- Material: SAE 841 Bronze
- Nominal Size: 9 mm OD x 6 mm ID x 9 mm L
Tetrix Prime Beam Attachment Hub pkg of 2
Tetrix Prime Beam Attachment Hub can be used to attach a 6 mm shaft through an aluminum beam to form a pivot. Made of acetal plastic. Requires Tetrix Prime; Thumbscrews and Socket Head Cap Screws, sold separately.
- Weight: 6.9 grams per hub
- Quantity: pkg of 2
- Material: Molded acetal
- Nominal Size: 32 mm x 19 mm x 18 mm
Tetrix Prime 6MM D-Shaft Set Collars pkg of 2
Tetrix Prime 6MM D-Shaft Set Collars are used to hold a rotating axle in horizontal alignment when constructing pivot joints. Made of acetal plastic; requires Socket Head Cap Screws (sold separately).
- Weight: 2.4 grams per collar
- Quantity: pkg of 2
- Material: Molded acetal
- Nominal Size: 19 mm diameter x 8 mm thick
Tetrix Prime 6MM Shaft Servo Hub
Tetrix Prime 6MM Shaft Servo Hub allows you to attach servos to 6 mm axles using this shaft hub. Made of durable acetal plastic.
- Weight: 3.4 grams per hub
- Material: Molded acetal
- Nominal Size: 16 mm diameter x 17 mm
Tetrix Prime Servo Mounting Bracket
Tetrix Prime Servo Mounting Bracket makes adding servos to Tetrix Prime; quick and easy. Made of acetal plastic, each mount holds one servo in place.
- Weight: 10 grams per mount
- Material: Molded acetal
- Nominal Size: 54 mm x 24 mm x 31 mm
Tetrix Prime 6V NiMH Battery Pack
Tetrix Prime; 6 V NiMH Battery Pack is a five-cell, six-volt, 1,500 mAh rechargeable battery pack, which brings long-lasting power to Tetrix Prime; motors and electronics.
- Type: NiMH rechargeable Battery Pack
- Note: Compatible with the Tetrix Prime; 6-Volt motors and electronics.
- Weight: 132.9 grams per battery pack
Tetrix Prime Battery Mount Bracket pkg of 2
Tetrix Prime; Battery Mount Bracket makes it easy to mount battery packs to your robotic designs. Features two heavy-duty plastic clips that are used together with a bungee band to tie down the Tetrix Prime; Battery Pack. An extra band is included.
- Quantity: pkg of 2
- Material: ABS plastic
- Nominal Size: 70 mm x 16 mm x 23 mm
- Weight: 9.9 grams per bracket
Tetrix Prime Beam Extension Connectors pkg of 2
Tetrix Prime Beam Extension Connectors bring together two square aluminum beams end to end without adding any space between. Made of ABS plastic; requires Quick Rivets and Pegs or Thumbscrews and Wing Nuts (all sold separately).
- Quantity: pkg of 2
- Material: ABS plastic
- Nominal Size: 13 mm x 17 mm x 64 mm
- Weight: 4.6 grams per connector
Tetrix Prime 6-32 x 23.5mm Thumbscrews pkg of 25
Tetrix Prime; 6-32 x 23.5mm Thumbscrews are used in conjunction with the Tetrix Prime; Wing Nuts to securely fasten PRIME components.
- Quantity: pkg of 25
- Material: 18-8 Stainless steel, knurled nylon cap
- Size: 6-32 fully threaded x 23.5 mm
- Tools Required: 7/64" hex driver
- Weight: 2.1 grams per thumbscrew
Tetrix Prime Miniature Ball-point HEX Driver
Tetrix Prime Miniature Ball-point HEX Driver is a great tool for securing the Tetrix Prime; Thumbscrews and Socket Head Cap Screws. 6" blade length. 7/64" hex size.
Tetrix Prime 5-Cell NiMH Battery Pack Charger
Keep your robots rolling! Use this as a replacement or an extra charger for the 6 V NiMH battery pack that comes with Tetrix Prime; sets.
Tetrix Prime JR Switch On/Off
Tetrix Prime JR Switch On/Off controls the power between the battery pack and the receiver.
- Note: Use with the Tetrix Prime; 6 V Battery Pack and Receiver, sold separately
- Weight: 8.5 grams per switch
Tetrix Prime 6-32 Socket Head Cap Screws 5/16" pkg of 25
Tetrix Prime 6-32 Socket Head Cap Screws 5/16" secure rotating axle-mounted elements in place. Requires 7/64" hex driver included in Starter Set.
- Weight: 0.9 grams per screw
- Quantity: pkg of 25
- Size: 6-32
- Length: 5/16"
Tetrix Prime Container and Lid
Great for when you’ve bought extra Tetrix Prime; parts and want uniform bins to store them in. Includes 11-1/8" x 17" lid.
Tetrix Prime Class Pack
The TETRIX PRIME Class Pack serves 12 teams of two students, offering each pair of students their own Tetrix Prime; R/C Starter Set to work with. Using the sets and the instructions from the included builder’s guide, students work collaboratively to engineer fully functioning, remote-controlled robots.
Includes:
- 12 Tetrix Prime; R/C Starter Sets each containing:
- 298 building elements plus Gripper Kit
- Gamepad-style, four-channel wireless controller
- 4 servo motors (2 standard and 2 continuous rotation)
- Rechargeable battery pack and charger
- On/off switch and assembly tools
- Printed setup and builder’s guides along with activity accessories
Tetrix Prime 4-Hole Flat Linkage
These versatile aluminum linkages make it easy to create custom links and pivoting connection points. The flat linkages are also great structures for building and can be cut and shaped into various angles or curves with ease for customized applications.