Mecanum Wheels 80mm (4nos)
The Mecanum Wheels 80mm (4nos) enable omnidirectional robot movement including sideways strafing and zero-radius turns. Each wheel has angled rollers that convert rotation into motion at 45 degrees, allowing complex maneuvering impossible with standard wheels.
Key Features
- Omnidirectional movement – forward, backward, sideways, diagonal, rotate
- 80mm diameter for medium-sized robots
- Set of 4 wheels (2 left, 2 right with opposite roller angles)
- ABS/nylon construction with rubber rollers
- 6mm bore fits standard motor shafts
- 45-degree angled rollers for vector-based movement
- Smooth operation on flat surfaces
Technical Specifications
| Parameter |
Specification |
| Wheel Diameter |
80mm |
| Quantity |
4 (2 left + 2 right) |
| Roller Angle |
45° |
| Bore Diameter |
6mm |
| Material |
ABS/Nylon with rubber rollers |
| Load Capacity |
~2-3kg per set |
| Surface |
Flat, hard surfaces recommended |
Applications
- Omnidirectional robots
- Warehouse automation prototypes
- Competition robotics (FTC, VEX)
- Camera dollies with smooth multi-axis movement
- Automated guided vehicles (AGV)
- Stage/theater prop movement
Important Notes
- Requires 4 independently controlled motors
- Movement math is complex – use established libraries
- Does not work well on carpet, grass, or uneven surfaces
- Left and right wheels have opposite roller angles – do not swap
- Rollers can accumulate debris – clean regularly
- Higher friction than normal wheels – more motor power needed
