Compliant Star 1/2 Hex 50A Durometer

Compliant Stars are the perfect thing for intake mechanisms. The soft material gives way to allow rigid objects to be manipulated easily. A line of multiple stars on a driven hex shaft creates a very effective roller that ignores variations in the objects being driven. The multiple-spoke design allows the star to act as a brush, creating more surface area to interact with and grab objects. This makes for high-performance intakes and internal conveyors. A shaft collar may be used to make absolutely sure the wheels stay clear of other mechanisms or maintain consistent spacing. Molded into the star are several guidelines. Cut the star at the lines (or elsewhere) to create more compact mechanisms. 

Different durometer ratings give each Compliant Star unique characteristics. Green stars (35A durometer) are the softest and most compliant around objects, while orange (40A), maroon (45A), and blue (50A) wheels are increasingly firm. Black (60A) is quite firm, while the Gray (80A) is nearly rigid. The increased firmness also allows the latter wheels to carry a higher RPM rating

You asked, we listened! These 3" diameter HD (heavy-duty) solid-core Compliant Wheels are intended for manipulating objects where you need a little 'give' in your intake system. These wheels deform out of the way to allow rigid objects to be manipulated easily. This makes for high-performance intakes and internal conveyors. These wheels do not require the use of expensive hubs to be driven, thanks to their integrated high strength polycarbonate hubs - which are made from the same mold that creates our Hex Molded Spacers.

Different durometer ratings give each wheel unique characteristics. Green compliant wheels (35A durometer) are the softest and most compliant around objects, while maroon (45A) blue (50A) and black (60A) wheels are increasingly firm.

Specifications

• Bore: 0.375 in. Hex, 0.5 in. Hex, 5 mm Hex
• Color: Green, Black, Blue, Black
• Core Material: Polycarbonate
• Diameter: 3 in.
• Durometer: 35A (Green), 40A (Orange), 50A (Blue), 60A (Black)
• Tread Material: TPU
• Weight: 0.12 lbs
• Overall Width: 1 in.

Documents

Layout Print(s)

am-3946 3IN 375Hex Compliant Wheel REV3.PDF

am-3945 3IN 500Hex Compliant Wheel REV3.PDF

am-4537 3in 5mm Hex Molded Compliant Wheel.PDF

CAD File(s)

am-3946 3IN 375Hex Compliant Wheel REV 3.STEP

am-3945 3IN 500Hex Compliant Wheel REV 3.STEP

am-4537 3in 5mm Hex Molded Compliant Wheel.STEP

Our Entrapption Stars have two bore options, making them viable parts for both FRC and FTC! This product is frequently used as intake wheels for picking up game pieces. Made from silicone, they are flexible, yet firm, allowing for the ability to pick up objects of irregular shape.

The 1/2 in. Hex Bore option is designed to be an interference fit on any 0.5 in. Hex Shaft.  This means the bore is actually 0.425 in. and it will be a tight press on, but keep the entrapption star from rotating.

Compliant Stars are the perfect thing for intake mechanisms. The soft material gives way to allow rigid objects to be manipulated easily. A line of multiple stars on a driven hex shaft creates a very effective roller that ignores variations in the objects being driven. The multiple-spoke design allows the star to act as a brush, creating more surface area to interact with and grab objects. This makes for high-performance intakes and internal conveyors. A shaft collar may be used to make absolutely sure the wheels stay clear of other mechanisms or maintain consistent spacing. Molded into the star are several guidelines. Cut the star at the lines (or elsewhere) to create more compact mechanisms. 

Different durometer ratings give each Compliant Star unique characteristics. Green stars (35A durometer) are the softest and most compliant around objects, while orange (40A), maroon (45A), and blue (50A) wheels are increasingly firm. Black (60A) is quite firm, while the Gray (80A) is nearly rigid. The increased firmness also allows the latter wheels to carry a higher RPM rating

A staple in any robotics team's shop - the 1/2" rounded hex shaft. This shaft allows you to drive hubs, pulleys and other 1/2" hex broached items while also fitting into a 13.75mm ID bearing with ease. This shaft comes in lengths of 36 inches so you can cut them down to the size you need.

Available in both 7075 (anodized black) or 6061 (not anodized) variants.

Includes a hole sized for #10 taps.

Compliant Stars are the perfect thing for intake mechanisms. The soft material gives way to allow rigid objects to be manipulated easily. A line of multiple stars on a driven hex shaft creates a very effective roller that ignores variations in the objects being driven. The multiple-spoke design allows the star to act as a brush, creating more surface area to interact with and grab objects. This makes for high-performance intakes and internal conveyors. A shaft collar may be used to make absolutely sure the wheels stay clear of other mechanisms or maintain consistent spacing. Molded into the star are several guidelines. Cut the star at the lines (or elsewhere) to create more compact mechanisms. 

Different durometer ratings give each Compliant Star unique characteristics. Green stars (35A durometer) are the softest and most compliant around objects, while orange (40A), maroon (45A), and blue (50A) wheels are increasingly firm. Black (60A) is quite firm, while the Gray (80A) is nearly rigid. The increased firmness also allows the latter wheels to carry a higher RPM rating

The Studica Servo Hub Pro can be used with the Multi Mode Servo, Multi Mode Servo 200, or most servos with a 25 Tooth gear.

Specifcations:

• Spline: 25 Tooth, 3.8mm deep
• Height: 9mm
• OD: 30mm
• Material: 6061-T6 Aluminum
• Step File

Compliant wheels are not intended for moving robots, but moving objects. Compliant wheels give way to allow rigid objects to be manipulated easily. A line of multiple wheels on a driven hex axle creates a very effective roller that ignores variations in the objects being driven. This makes for high-performance intakes and internal conveyors.

Different durometer ratings give each wheel unique characteristics. Green wheels (35A durometer) are the softest and most compliant around objects, maroon (45A), blue (50A), and black (60A) wheels are increasingly firm. The increased firmness also allows the latter wheels to carry a higher RPM rating. Check out the downloads tab for a chart showing wheels and their maximum RPM.

Specifications

• Bore: 0.375 in. Hex, 0.50 in. Hex, 5 mm Hex
• Core Material: Polycarbonate
• Diameter: 2.25 in.
• Durometer: 35A (Green), 40A (Orange), 50A (Blue), 60A (Black)
• Tread Material: TPU
• Weight: 0.08 lbs
• Width: 1 in.

Documents

Layout Print(s)

am-3949 2.25IN 500Hex HD Compliant Wheel REV3.PDF

am-3950 2.25IN 375Hex HD Compliant Wheel REV3.PDF

am-4536 2.25in HD 5mm Hex Molded Compliant Wheel.PDF

CAD File(s)

am-3949 2.25IN 500Hex HD Compliant Wheel.STEP

am-3950 2.25IN 375Hex HD Compliant Wheel.STEP

am-4536 2IN OverMolded 5mm Hex Compliant Wheel.STEP

Compliant Stars are the perfect thing for intake mechanisms. The soft material gives way to allow rigid objects to be manipulated easily. A line of multiple stars on a driven hex shaft creates a very effective roller that ignores variations in the objects being driven. The multiple-spoke design allows the star to act as a brush, creating more surface area to interact with and grab objects. This makes for high-performance intakes and internal conveyors. A shaft collar may be used to make absolutely sure the wheels stay clear of other mechanisms or maintain consistent spacing. Molded into the star are several guidelines. Cut the star at the lines (or elsewhere) to create more compact mechanisms. 

Different durometer ratings give each Compliant Star unique characteristics. Green stars (35A durometer) are the softest and most compliant around objects, while orange (40A), maroon (45A), and blue (50A) wheels are increasingly firm. Black (60A) is quite firm, while the Gray (80A) is nearly rigid. The increased firmness also allows the latter wheels to carry a higher RPM rating

You asked, we listened! These 3" diameter HD (heavy-duty) solid-core Compliant Wheels are intended for manipulating objects where you need a little 'give' in your intake system. These wheels deform out of the way to allow rigid objects to be manipulated easily. This makes for high-performance intakes and internal conveyors. These wheels do not require the use of expensive hubs to be driven, thanks to their integrated high strength polycarbonate hubs - which are made from the same mold that creates our Hex Molded Spacers.

Different durometer ratings give each wheel unique characteristics. Green compliant wheels (35A durometer) are the softest and most compliant around objects, while maroon (45A) blue (50A) and black (60A) wheels are increasingly firm.

Specifications

• Bore: 0.375 in. Hex, 0.5 in. Hex, 5 mm Hex
• Color: Green, Black, Blue, Black
• Core Material: Polycarbonate
• Diameter: 3 in.
• Durometer: 35A (Green), 40A (Orange), 50A (Blue), 60A (Black)
• Tread Material: TPU
• Weight: 0.12 lbs
• Overall Width: 1 in.

Documents

Layout Print(s)

am-3946 3IN 375Hex Compliant Wheel REV3.PDF

am-3945 3IN 500Hex Compliant Wheel REV3.PDF

am-4537 3in 5mm Hex Molded Compliant Wheel.PDF

CAD File(s)

am-3946 3IN 375Hex Compliant Wheel REV 3.STEP

am-3945 3IN 500Hex Compliant Wheel REV 3.STEP

am-4537 3in 5mm Hex Molded Compliant Wheel.STEP