Answered: Lubricant

[Ferinthul]

Using the linear sliders, are we allowed to lubricate them in anyway? If they are allowed are there any banned lubricants?

Thanks

[Karthik]

@Ferinthul

Using the linear sliders, are we allowed to lubricate them in anyway? If they are allowed are there any banned lubricants?

Let’s take a look at the VEX Gateway Game Manual to find the answer to this question. <R7e> answers both parts of this question directly.

@VEX Gateway Game Manual

<R7> Robots are allowed the following additional “non-VEX” components:
e. Any non-aerosol based grease, when used in extreme moderation on surfaces and locations that do NOT come into contact with the playing field walls, foam field surface, game objects, or other robots.

So, yes you are allowed to use lubricants on the linear slides, provided you follow the restrictions listed in <R7e>. Specifically, you are not allowed to use aerosol based greases, and any grease must be used in moderation.

[Ferinthul]

Thanks Karthik!

[Karthik]

You’re welcome!