{"product_id":"friction-brake-1-2-hex","title":"WCP Friction Brake (1\/2\" Hex)","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe WCP Friction Brake 1\/2 inch Hex is designed to help robotics teams maintain precise position control in arms, elevators, and other rotating subsystems. By adding passive holding force, the friction brake supports your PID controller and can fully hold a mechanism in place without requiring motor power.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis friction brake is built for easy mechanical integration and shares common mounting patterns used across many FRC robot designs. It is compatible with both 1.875 inch and 2 inch bolt patterns, matching VersaBlocks and supporting seamless installation into existing drivetrains and mechanisms. The assembly is also compatible with the Rotation SS Gearbox and WCP Bearing Block, making it a flexible solution for a wide range of robotics applications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe kit includes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWCP-0200 Friction Brake (3\/8\" \u0026amp; 1\/2\" Hex)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWCP-0201 Friction Brake Pad (2\" Bolt Pattern, Silicone Rubber, 45A) 45A Silicone Rubber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA pneumatic cylinder is required for actuation and is not included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1\/2 inch hex interface for common FRC shafts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupports PID control by adding passive holding force\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan hold mechanisms in place with no motor power\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEasy mechanical integration into robot designs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible with 1.875 inch and 2 inch bolt patterns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSame 1.875 inch bolt pattern as VersaBlocks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible with Rotation SS Gearbox\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible with WCP Bearing Block\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUses silicone rubber friction pad rated at 45A durometer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePneumatic cylinder not included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Benefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReduces motor load and power consumption when holding position\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImproves stability and control of arms and elevators\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelps prevent backdriving under load\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntegrates easily with common FRC mounting standards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupports reliable operation during power loss or disabled motors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for competitive robotics mechanisms requiring precise holding performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExplore CTRE’s \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/store.ctr-electronics.com\/collections\/wcp\"\u003eWestCoast Products (WCP) lineup\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for competitive robotics and industrial automation, offering premium gears, sprockets, shafts, and drivetrain components built for reliable performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WCP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45460842283181,"sku":"WCP-KIT-0001","price":44.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0668\/2981\/1885\/files\/wcp-kit-0001-_WCP-Friction-Brake-1_2-inch-Hex.webp?v=1768588853","url":"https:\/\/store.ctr-electronics.com\/products\/friction-brake-1-2-hex","provider":"CTR Electronics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}