Answered: Stripping Wires

[stevehoyek]

Quick question: Is stripping wires allowed?

[VEX_GDC]

Legal wiring modifications can be found in R15a, quoted here for reference and bolded for emphasis:

a. Motors (including the internal PTC), extension cords, sensors, controllers, battery packs, reservoirs, solenoids, pistons and any other electrical component or pneumatics component of the VEX Robotics Design System may NOT be altered from their original state in ANY way.

i. Internal or external mechanical repairs of VEX Limit and Bumper switches are permitted; using components from these devices in other applications is prohibited

ii. External wires on VEX electrical components may be repaired by soldering, using twist/crimp connectors, electrical tape or shrink tubing such that the original functionality / length is not modified in any way. Wire used in repairs must be identical to VEX wire. Teams may make these repairs at their own risk; incorrect wiring may have undesired results.

When repairing a cable, some stripping may be necessary to solder or interface with twist/crimp connectors. This is normal and expected. However, simply having exposed stripped wires would not be legal. The final ruling will be made by the inspector and/or head referee at your event.