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ohhs4284 15-02-2013 13:07
How to wire a Vex Spike
 
My team is using a Vex Spike connected to a window motor. I understand the motor-side wiring and the PWMs. However, how do I wire the battery side? Do I plug into the PD board, if so what gauge do I use? Do I need a breaker in the board, if so what ampage? Thanks.

mschwab013 15-02-2013 13:19
Re: How to wire a Vex Spike
 
When using a spike, I always plug it into the PD board using 12 gauge wire and a 40 amp breaker. I hope that helps!

Joe Ross 15-02-2013 13:27
Re: How to wire a Vex Spike
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by ohhs4284 (Post 1233857)
My team is using a Vex Spike connected to a window motor. I understand the motor-side wiring and the PWMs. However, how do I wire the battery side? Do I plug into the PD board, if so what gauge do I use? Do I need a breaker in the board, if so what ampage? Thanks.
Per R47, you must connect it to the PDB with a 20 amp breaker. Per R48, you must use 18 AWG minimum wire.

Quote:
Originally Posted by mschwab013 (Post 1233865)
When using a spike, I always plug it into the PD board using 12 gauge wire and a 40 amp breaker. I hope that helps!
This violates R47.


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