Direct Drive

The following details the assembly instructions for the Direct Drive configuration. This configuration provides the shooter with a 1:1 ratio from the Falcon 500 motor.

Blue Loctite (McMaster P/N 1004A12) is recommended on all bolts that thread into a tapped hole.

Step 1

Install the Falcon 500 using #10-32 x 3/8”L Bolts.

The wheel guard standoffs were removed to help clarify the image below. They do not have to be removed in order to complete this step.

Step 2

Install the components in the order shown in the image below. They will be concentric with the bearing hole marked in green in the image below.

Slide the 1/2” ThunderHex Shaft on to the Falcon 500 output shaft. Then slide the 1/2” Hex Clamping Collar over the Falcon shaft and tighten it down.

For more information regarding direct driving a shaft using a Falcon 500, see the page with the Direct Drive Guide.

The wheel guard standoffs were removed to help clarify the image below. They do not have to be removed in order to complete this step.