Beacon Clamp Modification Instructions For IFI and Logo Loc Field Perimeters

If you're having issues with your Beacon and Field Perimeter please read the following instructions. When using the Beacon Clamp with theAndyMark Field Perimeter, no modification is required. If you are using the IFI or Logo Loc field perimeters please follow the following steps. The modified clamps will still work on the AndyMark field, besure to revert back to the original hardware.

Needed Parts and Tools

  • 5/32” Allen driver
  • 3/8” Open ended wrench
  • 5/16” Nut driver or wrench (used on the small screws locking the clamps to the side of the  beacon)
  • Metal file
  • Beacon Clamp RIGHT, Beacon Clamp LEFT (re-used from beacon kit) 1 pair per beacon, 4 per field
  • 10-32 x 0.750 Socket Head Cap Screw (SHCS) 2 new per Beacon, 8 per field. Available from Lowe’s  or  Home Depot
  • 10-32 x 2.000 Fully ThreadedSocket Head Cap Screw (SHCS) 2 new per Beacon, 8 per field
  • Available from  Lowe’s  or  Home Depot (These are only used with the IFI field)
  • 10-32 Nyloc Nut (re-used from beacon kit and additional needed) 4 total per Beacon, 16 per field



Modification Steps


·    Using the file, cut down the hook on the bottom of the Beacon Clamps. The goal is that the field side of the clamp is completely flat. Be sure to observe all safety practices, a vise may make



filing easier.

 Instillation (IFI fields)


·    Install the 10-32 x 0.750” SHCS into the top hole in the Beacon Clamp with the 10-32 Nyloc nut.
·    Next, install the 10-32 x 2.000” SHCS into the bottom hole in the Beacon Clamp with the 10-32 Nyloc nut.
·    Finish the setup as described inthe Field Assembly and FieldSetup Guides.


 Instillation (Logo Loc field)


·    Install the 10-32 x 0.750” SHCS into the top hole in the Beacon Clamp with the 10-32 Nyloc nut.
·    Finish the setup as described inthe Field Assembly and FieldSetup Guides.


And you're good to go! If you have any questions please send them to ftcteams@firstinspires.org. 

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