AX-12A / AX-18A Smart Hexapod

New! Next Generation Hexapod!

(Programming and Video provided by Matt Bunting - University of Arizona)

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The AX12-18 Smart Hexapod is the next generation of walkers to implement "Smart Servo" Technology which features:

Power Optimized 3DOF (3-degrees of Freedom) Leg Design with over 220 oz/in.(15kgf/cm)of torque per axis
Full feedback for position, speed, load, voltage and temperature with automatic shutdown based on voltage or temperature
Full control over position (300 degrees), speed, and torque in 1024 increments
Fast 1M bps communication speed
Rugged, all aluminum construction for maximum payload capacity and walking kinematic accuracy
Spacious upper and lower decks (16in. X 3.5in.)(40.64cm X 8.89cm) for controlling electronics, power and accessories
Hard Anodized finish for maximum scratch and corrosion resistance
Compatible with ANY micro-controller/computer control system

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AX12-18 Smart Hexapod Kit Configurations
Controllers
Accessories

Hardware Kit

AXHexapodHW
- (1) AX Smart Hexapod Hardware kit (64 piece, all aluminum components)
- (2) 6-port extension bus PCB's
- (10) 7.86" (200mm) 3 pin cables
- (1) Fully Illustrated Construction Guide
- Note: This kit requires any combination of (18) AX-12A or AX-18A servos
$499
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Hardware Kit w/AX12A

AX12HexapodBK
- (1) AX Smart Hexapod Hardware kit (64 piece, all aluminum components)
- (2) 6-port extension bus PCB's
- (10) 7.86" (200mm) 3 pin cables
- (18) AX-12A Servos (15kgf/cm and 59 rpm)
- (1) Fully Illustrated Construction Guide
$1,219.00
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Hardware Kit w/AX18A

AX18HexapodBK
- (1) AX Smart Hexapod Hardware kit (64 piece, all aluminum components)
- (2) 6-port extension bus PCB's
- (10) 7.86" (200mm) 3 pin cables
- (18) AX-18A Servos (18kgf/cm and 97 rpm)
- (1) Fully Illustrated Construction Guide
$1,999.00
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CM-700 Controller
- (1) CM-700 Control Module
- (1) CD-ROM with CM-700 Control Software including RoboPlus Task, Motion and Manager Control
- (1) Mounting Screw / nut kit
- (1) Interface cable
CM-700 Users Guide and Technical Specifications
See the CM-700 Product Page for more information.

$119.90
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LN-101 USB Downloader
- This special USB connector is required to connect the CM-700 to a computer USB port.
- (1) LN-101 USB Downloader
- (1) 100cm USB cable
LM-101 Users Guide

$11.90
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USB2Dynamixel
- USB2Dyanmixel provides USB to RS-232, RS-485, and AX-12 (TTL) interfaces in one unit.
- (1) USB2dynamixel Controller
- (1) USB cable
See the USB2Dynamixel Product Page for more information.

$49.90
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Dual Gripper H/W Kit

Dual Gripper Hardware Kit

The Ax Dual Gripper makes a great addition to the AX12-18 Smart Hexapod. With the AX-45 degree bracket, it can easily pick up an object from the ground from a standing position. Also with a 9"(22.86cm) opening, the Dual Gripper kit can pick up large objects.
- (1) Dual Gripper Hardware kit
(1) AX Dual Gripper Assembly Manual
Note: This kit requires any combination of (3)AX-12A or AX-18A servos

$79.00
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AX-12A Dual Gripper

Dual Gripper Hardware Kit w/AX-12A Servos

The Ax Dual Gripper makes a great addition to the AX12-18 Smart Hexapod. With the AX-45 degree bracket, it can easily pick up an object from the ground from a standing position. Also with a 9"(22.86cm) opening, the Dual Gripper kit can pick up large objects.
- (1) Dual Gripper Hardware kit
- (3) AX-12A Servos (15kgf/cm and 59 rpm)
(1) AX Dual Gripper Assembly Manual

$209.00
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AX-18A Dual Gripper

Dual Gripper Hardware kit w/AX-18A Servos

The Ax Dual Gripper makes a great addition to the AX12-18 Smart Hexapod. With the AX-45 degree bracket, it can easily pick up an object from the ground from a standing position. Also with a 9"(22.86cm) opening, the Dual Gripper kit can pick up large objects.
- (1) Dual Gripper Hardware kit
- (3) AX-18A Servos (18kgf/cm and 97 rpm)
(1) AX Dual Gripper Assembly Manual

$359.00
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AX-12/18F 12" Extension cable

AX12A/AX18A 12"(30.48cm) Extension Cable
- (1) 12" AX-12/18F Extension Cable
$6.49
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AX-12A/AX-18A Power Supply

9 Volt/6amp power supply provides plenty of power for the AX12-18 Smart Hexapod during testing and programming
- (1) 9Volt/6Amp Power Supply
Note: This power supply requires the AX12A/AX18A Power Supply Harness below.

$89.00
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AX-12A/AX-18A Power Harness

The AX-12 power harness makes powering the AX-12A-18 Hexapod quick and easy! Combine this connector with CrustCrawler's AX-12A/AX18A power supply for a complete AX power system.
- (1) Power Harness
- (1) 2.1mm male P5 barrel plug
- (2) 3 pin molex connectors for easy AX-12A / AX-18A and USB2Dynamixel connections
$19.00
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Flexiforce Pressure Sensor

The active sensing area is a .375" diameter circle at the end of the sensor. The conductive leads are easy to connect to a breadboard or through-hole area. The Flexiforce has an ideal output for A/D conversion - 0V is no force and 4.2V is 100 lbs. The RCTIME command may be used with a LOOKUP table or calibration formula to execute some math to make the output useful.
- (1) Flexiforce Pressure Sensor
$34.95
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Ping Ultra Sonic Sensor
- (1) Ping Ultra Sonic Sensor
- Basic Stamp Sample Code
PING Documentation Detecting Distance With the PING Sensor

$29.99
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