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Re: Connecting the KOP Line Sensor

The signal lines are not 12v. They are just simple switches. Connecting them to the 5v signal line on a DIO puts 5v through them if the switch is closed, nothing of course if the switch is open.

12v only powers the sensor itself. It isn't connected to the signal line at all.
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