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VEXplorer
VEXplorer makes it easy to build your first robot
Attention beginners and hobbyists! VEXplorer is the ideal robot kit
for the novice builder. Complete with detailed step-by-step plans, this
almost-ready-to-run kit comes with pre-assembled modules making it quick
and easy to build. Best of all, your robot is compatible with VEX Motion
and Structure parts allowing you to expand and grow your robot. Educators
should visit
VEX
Robotics Design System for the ideal starter kit for the classroom.
VEXplorer for hobbyists includes:
- Spycam that can broadcast to your TV, with sound!
- Gripper arm
- Radio controlled
- Over 300 parts included:
- Four variable speed motors
- Multiple gears
- All-terrain tires
- Preassembled modules make VEXplorer easy to build
- Spare/Replacement parts sold separately
- Some components compatible with original VEX systems
- No Programming Kit Needed
- Includes FREE SolidWorks Student Design Kit
Patent(s) Pending
VEXplorer Building Instructions (pdf, 8-1-07) update
SolidWorks Assembly Steps
View
SolidWorks videos
and access the complete library of CAD files for VEXplorer parts.
VEXplorer is featured in the new publication
The Fundamentals of SolidWorks 2007
and is available for sale on Amazon.com
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VEXplorer

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VEXplorer is the next generation of an
important DIY robotics design system. Over 300 parts with many pre-assembled
modules which includes: a spycam that can broadcast to your TV over
distances of up to 150 ft.; an enhanced robot arm with a powerful
gripper that can pick up a filled soda can; and all-terrain tires
to tackle most surfaces. VEXplorer also includes 4 motor, 24 gears,
various coated heavy metal parts, cables, tools, screws, nuts and
more.
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P/N: VRC-KIT-1 |
VEXplorer Robotics Kit |
$199.99 ea |
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VEXplorer Wrist Kit

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The VEXplorer Wrist Kit will add additional "wrist" joint to
the basic VEXplorer robot. By integrating the wrist joint into the
VEXplorer arm, the VEXplorer will gain significant dexterity. Note: The VB-1 Motor is NOT compatible with the VEX Microcontroller.
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P/N: VRC-WRIST |
VEXplorer Wrist Kit |
$19.99 ea |
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VEXplorer Tank Tread Kit

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Tank treads distribute a vehicle's weight more evenly than wheels,
allowing a robot to maneuver in loose sand, or on spongy surfaces
which would otherwise cause the robot to sink. Treads will also
keep the robot from high-centering; this will allow a robot to climb
over obstacles, or move over rough terrain. The VEXplorer Tank Tread
Kit will allow you to take your VEXplorer to places it could never
go before.
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P/N: VRC-TANK-TREAD |
VEXplorer Tank Tread Kit |
$24.99 ea |
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VEX Color Camera Kit

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See through your robot's eyes with the wireless VEX Color Camera
Kit. Mount the Camera on your robot and connect the Receiver to
any television to see and hear from your robot's point-of-view via
the 2.4 GHz camera link. Provides a color picture, and audio necessary
for a spy-bot mission. Can be used with
VexRed or VexBlue
controllers. This is the same camera included in the VEX Robotics
Vexplorer.
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P/N: 276-2211 |
VEX Color Camera Kit |
$79.99 ea |
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Flashlight Kit

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Turn night into day with this powerful 4-LED flashlight. It draws power directly from the Vex Controller. Switch it on, and see in the dark. Easy to mount
up off your robot using the included threaded standoffs.
Can be used with VexRed or VexBlue
controllers.
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P/N: 276-2210 |
Vex Flashlight Kit |
$12.99 ea |
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VEX-RC Ext. Cable 4pk

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With the 2 wire VEX-RC Extension Cables, you will have no problem
wiring the VEX-RC VB-1 Motors or other accessories back to the VRC-RX
unit. Each pack contains 4 each of the 6 inch VEX-RC Extension Cables. Note: for VEXplorer.
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P/N: CABLE-PWM-6-VRC-4PK |
VEX-RC Extension 4pk |
$19.95 ea |
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VEX Claw Kit

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With the VEX Robotics Claw Kit, your robot can easily grab and
manipulate various objects. Whether picking up a 20 oz soda-can,
or grasping objects as delicate as a feather, this claw is easily
up to the task. This claw is compatible with all VEX Mechanical
parts. Integrate it into your robot to reach out and touch someone.
Motor required and not included.
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P/N: 276-2212 |
VEX Claw Kit |
$19.99 ea |
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VEX-RC TX & RX Kit

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With the VEX-RC TX & RX Kit, you have the foundation for a new
robot. Use this kit along with motion and structure components to
create a remote-control robot. This Transmitter & Receiver pair
is part of the VEX-RC "blue" product line. Requires batteries (not
included). The VRC Receiver comes programmed, no Programming Kit
required.
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P/N: VRC-TX-RX |
VEX-RC TX and RX Kit |
$39.99 ea |
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VEX-RC VB-1 Motors

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With the VEX-RC VB-1 Motors, you can accomplish advanced tasks
and create new mechanisms. Integrate the (VexBlue) VB-1 Motors into
your robot's drive train and climb where you could not go before.
The VB-1 Motor comes with optional clutch assemblies. This clutch
mounts on top of the VB-1 Motor, protecting the Motor from any sudden
"shock loads". The VexBlue Motor is designed to mount in any VEX
structural component, and contains mounting hardware in two different
lengths. The VB-1 Motor is compatible with the VEX-RC (VEX Blue)
Receiver. It can also be used with the VEX Microcontroller, but
requires a separate motor speed controller.
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P/N: VRC-MOTOR-VB1 |
VEX-RC VB-1 Motors |
$19.99 ea |
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VEXplorer Wheel Kit

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This kit contains two of the wheels custom designed for the VEXplorer.
These high traction wheels will roll smoothly across almost any
surface. They're not just for drive-trains though, try using them
as rollers for robot mechanisms, or on the end of an arm to help
your robot climb things.
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P/N: 276-2213 |
VEXplorer Wheel Kit |
$9.99 ea |
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VEXplorer Antenna

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A replacement Antenna for the VEXplorer Transmitter only. If the
Antenna can be unscrewed from the Transmitter, the bottom male threaded post
mount must be removed before the new Antenna is screwed into the
Transmitter. Otherwise replace the Antenna with the
male threaded post mount attached to the bottom of the Antenna, this will
require removing the top half of the Transmitter.
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VEXplorer Transmitter Antenna |
$7.49 ea |
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The VEXplorer is the first product
of the new VEX-RC product line (VEX-Blue). The VEX-Blue Transmitter,
VEX-Blue Receiver, and the VEX-Blue Motor Module VB1 are NOT compatible
with the current VEX product line (VEX-Red). Also Sensors and Servos
can NOT be used with a VEX-Blue Receiver. The VEX-Blue Receiver
is not programmable.
All the VEXplorer Structure, Hardware
and Motion parts are completely compatible with all other VEX Structure,
Hardware and Motion parts and pieces and vice-versa. Use these VEX
products to build endless robots.
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Description |
| RC Frequency |
27 MHz |
| Camera Frequency |
2.4 GHz |
| Transmitter Battery |
9 Volt (not included) |
| Receiver Battery |
AA-Batteries 6 each. (not included) |
| Motor Ports |
6 VB-1 Motor ports (0 volts to battery voltage - depending on
speed) |
| AUX Ports |
2 AUX ports - supplies power to accessories - Color Camera Kit,
Flashlight Kit, .... |
| Operating Range |
150 foot - max, clear line of sight. |
| Wheel Base Length |
11 inches (approx) |
| Length (including claw) |
19 inches (approx) |
| Wheel Base Width |
10 inches (approx) |
| Height |
13.5 inches (antenna sleve) / 18.5 inches max with arm raised |
| Camera Battery Type |
No Batteries Required, power is supplied from a VEX Controller. |
| Camera Receiver Battery |
AA-batteries required 4 ea, not included. |
| Camera Dimensions |
Length 2.9 in. x Width 1.8 in. x Height 3.0 in. (approx) |
| Receiver Dimensions |
Length 4.0 in. x Width 2.8 in. x Height 2.9 in. (approx) |
| Camera Weight |
0.15 lbs. |
| Camera Receiver Weight |
0.25 lbs. |
| Camera Wiring |
Black - ground; Red - + voltage |
| Camera Receiver Wiring |
RCA Cable, Yellow for Video / White for Audio |
| Quantity |
Description |
| Electronics |
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| 1 |
Camera Unit |
| 1 |
Camera Receiver |
| 1 |
VEX-Blue Receiver |
| 1 |
RCA A/V Cable (6 foot) |
| 4 |
VEX-Blue Motor Module VB1 |
| 3 |
Clutch Assembly (Red) |
| 1 |
VEX-Blue Transmitter |
| 1 |
VEX Battery Box |
| Motion |
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| 6 |
3 in. Wheel |
| 10 |
48 Tooth Gear |
| 3 |
60 Tooth Gear |
| 4 |
12 Tooth Gear |
| 27 |
Bearing Flat |
| 1 |
4 in. Square Bar |
| 8 |
3 in. Square Bar |
| 5 |
2 in. Square Bar |
| 24 |
Collar |
| Structure |
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| 2 |
metal, Chassis Bumper |
| 2 |
metal, Chassis Rail Long (outboard) |
| 2 |
metal, Chassis Rail Short (inboard) |
| 1 |
metal, Tower-Right Bracket |
| 1 |
metal, Tower-Left Bracket |
| 1 |
metal, Arm C-channel |
| 2 |
metal, Claw Bracket |
| 1 |
metal, 5x10 Plate |
| 6 |
Threaded Beam (1/2 in.) |
| 3 |
Threaded Beam (3 in.) |
| 4 |
Plastic Chassis Spacer |
| 1 |
Antenna Sheath |
| 1 |
Antenna Holder |
| Hardware |
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| 52 |
Plastic Locking Rivet |
| 40 |
Screw 1/4 in. Long |
| 8 |
Screw 1/2 in. Long |
| 8 |
Screw 1-1/2 in. Long |
| 8 |
Cotter Pin |
| 8 |
E-Clip |
| 6 |
Short Motor Screw |
| 2 |
Long Motor Screw |
| 13 |
Delrin Washer |
| 9 |
Long Plastic Spacer |
| 4 |
Short Plastic Spacer |
| 8 |
Lock Nut (Nylock) nylon insert |
| 28 |
Keps Nut |
| 1 |
Wire Ties (Bag) |
| Claw Plastic |
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| 2 |
Finger (overmold soft rubber) |
| 2 |
Claw Gear-Linkage |
| 2 |
Claw Linkage |
| Tools |
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| 1 |
VEX Large Allen Wrench (3/32 in.) |
| 1 |
VEX Small Allen Wrench (5/64 in.) |
| 1 |
VEX Wrench |
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