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Devastator : Tank Mobile Robot Platform (Metal DC Gear Motor)
The Devastator is a tracked tank-style mobile robot platform built from high-strength aluminium alloy. This version 2 features upgraded metal DC gear motors ...
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The Devastator is a tracked tank-style mobile robot platform built from high-strength aluminium alloy. This version 2 features upgraded metal DC gear motors for improved speed, torque, and durability compared to the original plastic-motor design, along with a load capacity of up to 3 kg.
The modular wiring system requires no soldering, and the platform includes multiple mounting holes compatible with popular microcontrollers such as Romeo All-in-one, Raspberry Pi, and LattePanda. High-performance suspension helps the tracked chassis navigate rough terrain. The kit is supplied unassembled with detailed instructions.
Key Features
- Aluminium Alloy Construction – Solid and durable frame
- Metal DC Gear Motors – Upgraded from v1's plastic motors for better torque and longevity
- 3 kg Load Capacity – Supports sensors, arms, turntables, and controllers
- High-Performance Suspension – Handles rough terrain
- Modular Wiring – No soldering required
- Multiple Mounting Holes – Compatible with a wide range of microcontrollers and accessories
Specifications
- Rated Voltage – 6 V
- Operating Voltage – 2–7.5 V
- Gear Reduction Ratio – 45:1
- Output Shaft Diameter – 4 mm (D-shaft)
- No-Load Speed – 133 RPM @ 6 V
- No-Load Current – 0.13 A
- Stall Torque – 4.5 kg·cm
- Stall Current – 2.3 A
- Load Capacity – 3 kg
- Assembled Dimensions – 225 × 220 × 108 mm
- Weight – 1.3 kg
Ideal For
- STEM education and robotics workshops
- Robot competitions
- Mobile robotic arm platforms
- Outdoor tracked robot projects
Resources
Package Contents
- 1× Devastator Tank Mobile Platform Kit (Metal DC Gear Motor version)
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Plain-language definitions for the technical terms used above.
- DC
- DC means direct current, where electricity flows in one constant direction, as supplied by batteries, USB ports and many plug-pack power supplies. When a product specifies DC, it runs from a DC supply rather than mains AC, so you need to provide the correct voltage and polarity.
- kg·cm
- A torque unit often used for hobby servos, meaning how many kilograms of force the servo can hold at a 1 cm arm length. A higher kg·cm rating means the servo can move or hold heavier loads, but power supply current needs may also increase.
- microcontroller
- A microcontroller is a small computer on a single chip that runs a stored program and controls connected inputs and outputs such as buttons, sensors, displays and communication interfaces. In a device built around one, it is the part that executes the code and coordinates the device's behaviour.
- Stall torque
- The maximum twisting force a servo can produce when its output is held still and cannot move. It helps you judge whether the servo is strong enough for a robot joint, steering linkage, or other load.
- Torque
- A twisting force that causes something to rotate, usually measured in newton-metres or kilogram-centimetres. It matters when choosing motors, servos, gears, and tools because higher torque is needed to lift heavier loads, turn larger wheels, or move mechanisms without stalling.
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Robotics & Motion
Devastator Tank Platform Instruction Manual
User Guide · 12.9 MB · Click any page to view full size
Supplier page — dfrobot.com
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Guides, code examples, and more
Related Tutorials
Free guides on learn.littlebird.com.au
