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Power Distribution Panel

From WPILib:

  • "The CTRE Power Distribution Panel (PDP) is designed to distribute power from a 12VDC battery to various robot components through auto-resetting circuit breakers and a small number of special function fused connections. The PDP provides 8 output pairs rated for 40A continuous current and 8 pairs rated for 30A continuous current. The PDP provides dedicated 12V connectors for the roboRIO, as well as connectors for the Voltage Regulator Module and Pneumatics Control Module." (read more about it through the PDP User Manual)

Note: From the 2023-24 season, we will be transitioning to the REV Power Distribution Hub (PDH) instead of the PDP.

There isn't a huge difference between the two -- the PDH has WAGO terminals and an LED voltage display.

According to REV Robotics:

  • "The REV Power Distribution Hub (PDH) is the latest evolution in power distribution for the FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC). With 20 high-current (40A max) channels, 3 low-current (15A max), and 1 switchable low-current channel, the PDH gives teams more flexibility for overall power delivery. The Power Distribution Hub features toolless latching WAGO terminals, an LED voltage display, and the ability to connect over CAN or USB-C to the REV Hardware Client for real-time telemetry..."