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Re: Custom LED Circuit - Wire Gauge?

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Originally Posted by jhill0914 View Post
We're only planning on a few LEDs, individually controlled. My first thought was to use the DIOs directly, but they aren't rated to handle the current - IIRC they can only do 5mA. The solenoid bumper might be an option, I think they can handle more current. ...
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Originally Posted by wireties View Post
You could use high-efficiency LEDs straight from the DIO channels - or run them from solenoid channels.
Just FYI, as of this time, it is against the rules (specifically R60) to drive LEDs (or any custom curcuits) from the solenoid breakout:

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Originally Posted by TheRobotRevH.pdf
<R60> Solenoid Breakout outputs shall be connected to pneumatic valve solenoids or photoelectric sensors, PN 42EF-D1MNAK-A2, only. No other devices shall be connected to these outputs.
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