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2. Materials and Tools

Parts you will need to build the hexapod. NOTE: the new version of the battery works with headers included with the Maestro instead of the special connector shown.

Quantity	Part #	Part	Notes
1	1351	Pololu Micro Maestro Partial Kit	Get the kit version so that you can solder in your own wires for the most compact possible robot.
3	1053	Sub-Micro Servo 3.7g Generic	These generic servos provide the lowest possible cost and weight, but you may substitute other servos, such as the Power HD sub-micro servo HD-1440A, to customize the design.
2	1134	Pololu Carrier with Sharp GP2Y0D810Z0F Digital Distance Sensor 10cm	This is a tiny distance sensor with a long enough range to keep your hexapod out of trouble.
1	2251	Battery Pack: 4.8 V, 200 mAh	This battery pack will provide enough power at about 5 V to power the hexapod for five or ten minutes.
3	–	“Jumbo” paper clip	Used to form the legs of the hexapod. These should be 6" long when unfolded.

Most of these parts are available in the Tools section of the Pololu web site. A hot glue gun is available at most craft stores for a few dollars.