PREORDER - Swyft Ascend FRC Telescoping Elevator

Batch #1 out of stock and has shipped out 
Batch #2 Preorders are now open, will ship late January or early February
Batch #2 has an outer extrusion that is clear anodized instead of black in order to ship faster

Speed/Load Testing Video

Individual Components Here

Introducing the Swyft Ascend FRC Telescoping Elevator, a game-changing solution engineered to elevate your robot to new heights. This cutting-edge elevator is incredibly lightweight and compact, featuring a slider-free design with steel balls for ultimate stability and almost zero wobble. Plus, its unparalleled customization options ensure a perfect fit for your robot's unique needs.

Key Features:

• Customizable Retracted Length: Adjust the retracted length from 6" to 47" to perfectly integrate with your robot's design.
• Extended Reach: Achieve impressive extensions of up to 84" (131" total height), enabling you to reach towering heights.
• Smooth and Durable Construction: Custom aluminum extrusions with integrated steel balls ensure smooth telescoping action and exceptional durability.
• Powered Bidirectional Movement: The first stage is driven by a rack and pinion setup, while the second stage utilizes a cascading rope and pulley system, all neatly enclosed in the 2" x 1" profile.
• Ultra-Compact Footprint: Maximize your robot's space with the elevator's slim 2" x 1" profile (excluding top plates).
• Lightweight Design: Shed those precious pounds!  Our elevator's exceptionally lightweight design saves significant weight compared to other FRC elevators, giving you more freedom for other components.
• Comprehensive Kit: Includes all necessary components for 2 stages except for a motor (and its gearbox).
• Versatile Mounting Options: Securely attach the elevator to your robot using a variety of 10-32 tapped holes and through holes.
• Powerful Compatibility: Effortlessly drive the elevator with a 1/2" hex axle, REV MAXPlanetary or VEX VersaPlanetary gearbox.
• Customizable Strength and Weight: Fine-tune the number of steel balls to optimize strength or prioritize extended reach and reduced weight.

Load Ratings:

Swyft Ascend takes about 2 hours to build
Assembly Video

Please Watch First:
How to Calculate Extension Length, CAD & Cut Guide Video
Extension Length Calculator

CAD:
STEP File Full Length Extended
STEP File Full Length Retracted
IGES File Full Length Retracted
Onshape Configurator

Drawing

Materials:
Extrusion: 6061 Aluminum
Sprocket: 304 Stainless
Bearing Balls: Steel
All else: 6061 Aluminum