Many people have asked us how we make our custom wheels. In this video, I show you how we make them, and give you some tips and tricks along the way.
Copperhead Wheel Overview - https://youtu.be/Fy4GS2tky-0
Copperhead 2020 Overview - https://youtu.be/HGgxyZpNHi8
Polytek Polyurethane Rubbers - https://www.polytek.com/product-type/polyurethane-mold-rubbers
Special Thanks to Copperhead's Sponsors:
Avid CNC - www.avidcnc.com
Rocky Mountain Waterjet & Laser - http://rmwal.com/
eGauge Systems - www.egauge.net
L&L Fabrication - https://lnlfab.com/
If you're new to Combat Robots, check out my getting started guide: https://youtu.be/jZZfU_wlvYo
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00:00 Intro
00:39 Wheel Overview
01:44 Hub Closeup
02:40 Mold Overview
05:28 Polyurethane Rubber and YOU!
07:51 Mold Prep
09:11 Molding Process
11:42 Releasing the Wheel
12:57 Durability 'Tests'
15:09 Worth it or Not?