The MK4 is an upgraded version of our popular MK3 module. The MK4 features our 1.5" width Billet Wheel. Because of the 50% increase of width, greater tread life and slightly better traction can be expected. This module now ships with black neoprene tread (blue nitrile is pictured), which extends the tread life even further. To accommodate the new wheel the MK4 uses our new 2nd Generation bevel gear set.
Despite it being one of the most compact and lightweight modules available, the MK4 module does not compromise on robustness. MK4 modules use all steel gears for superior wear resistance. Under typical use, the modules will be able to handle multiple seasons of robotics competition. In order to keep weight to a minimum, the steel gears are pocketed.
Like the MK3, the MK4 uses a centrally located steering encoder to directly measure steering angle without the use of gears. This eliminates encoder backlash and reduces part count.
MK4 Swerve Module
- With NEO motors - 4.9 pounds
- With Falcon 500 motors - 5.2 pounds
The MK4 module ships unassembled, and the following components are not included:
- Drive motor (REV Robotics NEO, REV Robotics NEO Vortex, VEX Falcon 500, or WestCoast Products Kraken X60 recommended)
- Steering motor (REV Robotics NEO, REV Robotics NEO Vortex, VEX Falcon 500, or WestCoast Products Kraken X60 recommended)
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Steering encoder (CTRE CANcoder, Thrifty Absolute Magnetic Encoder, Redux HELIUM Canandcoder, or equivalent)
Note: The above steering encoders come with the ⌀.250”x 0.500” magnet that gets installed in the Swerve Module's Center Column. That magnet is not included in the Swerve Module kit.