Using the Printable VEX GO Parts Ruler

Whether organizing parts, following a set of build instructions, or building a custom design, identifying a part correctly can be crucial to your success.

The VEX GO Parts Ruler is a handy tool to help identify parts.

Note: when printing the .pdf be sure to set to 100% scale.

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Using the Ruler to Identify Parts

The VEX GO Parts Ruler can be used to identify parts while organizing parts or following a set of build instructions. The scale on the ruler is 1:1, so parts can simply be placed on top of the ruler.

Image of a VEX ruler measuring a 2x6 beam, showcasing dimensions for educational purposes in robotics and engineering.

Measuring Beams and Plates. Example shown is a 2x6 Beam.

  • 2 indicates a width of 2 pitch units.
  • 6 indicates a length of 6 pitch units.

Image of a VEX ruler with a 0.5-inch standoff, used for educational purposes in robotics and engineering projects.

Measuring Standoffs. Example shown is a 0.5x pitch Standoff.

Image of a 30mm pulley ruler used for educational purposes, featuring clear measurement markings and a sleek design, illustrating its application in VEX robotics projects.

Measuring Pulleys. Example shown is a 30mm Pulley.

Illustration of a 16-tooth gear ruler used in VEX robotics education, showing measurement markings and gear alignment for precise measurements in engineering projects.

Measuring Gears. Example shown is a 16 Tooth Gear.

Image of a 12-inch ruler with rope markings, used for educational purposes in VEX robotics projects, illustrating measurement tools in the VEX Rulers section.

Measuring ropes. Example shown is the Short Rope.

  • The Short Rope is 12x pitch
  • The Long Rope is 24x pitch

VEX ruler image showing a 1x2 pin measurement, used in educational robotics and engineering projects.

Measuring Pins. Example shown is a 1x2 Pin.

Image of a 45-degree angle ruler used in educational settings, featuring measurement markings for precise angle and length calculations.

Measure Specialty Beams. Example shown is a 45° Angle Beam.

Image of a VEX ruler designed for measuring 2x pitch shafts, featuring clear markings and measurements for educational purposes in robotics and engineering.

Measure Shafts. Example shown is a 2x pitch shaft.

Image of a ruler with rubber shaft collar, used in educational settings, specifically in the VEX Rulers section, illustrating measurement tools for robotics and engineering projects.

Measure shaft accessories. Example shown is a shaft collar.

Tip and trick: The .pdf of the VEX GO Parts Ruler can be printed out on a clear plastic transparency. This will allow the ruler to be overlaid on a robot and measurements can be made by measuring through the ruler.

For more on VEX GO parts, view these articles from the VEX Library.

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