Thrifty Swerve Bolts Kit

With custom hubs, this offering from SDS has competition-tested performance combined with seamless integration into the MK4 and MK4i Swerve Modules.

Colson Performa Wheels have been used extensively in BattleBots and FIRST Robotics Competitions, and are widely lauded as an intelligent choice for swerve. The durable co-injection molded construction of a thermoplastic elastomer tread permanently bonded to a polyolefin core helps ensure the wheel can withstand the rigors of robot competitions while being friendlier to non-carpeted surfaces and providing a more consistent performance throughout the life of the wheel compared to roughtop tread. 

The aluminum hub is secured to the bevel gear using three screws which captures the wheel. This setup provides a simplified replacement process for heavy use during competition season. 

Included Components in am- 5173:

• 3 - Black Oxide 10-32 1 in. Long Cap Screw (Similar to am-1056)
• 1 - Hub
• 1 - Colson Wheel (am-5171)

Specifications

• Brand: SDS
• Diameter: 4 in.
• Width: 1.5 in.

Thrifty Swerve is an omni-directional swerve module designed for FRC.  It works with motors either inverted or non-inverted and has a number of advantages for teams. Battle tested by teams 1706 and 1684 during the entire 2024 season, this module strives to provide teams an affordable, flexible and robust option that will serve you well on the playing field.

Features include:

• All steel gear speed reduction for azimuth and drive - no belts

• 6 gear ratio options included - swappable without module disassembly

• Thrifty Absolute Magnetic Encoder included

• Extra 10-32 threaded mounting holes on the main and top plates

• Base plate made from 7075 Aluminum

• Inverted motors located fully above the bottom frame rail protecting them

• No 3D printed parts

• Symmetrical design allows for azimuth placement on either side