Thread: How to wire solenoid?
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Re: How to wire solenoid?
Sarah,
There is a diagram on the side of the solenoid module that shows how to wire the loads (solenoids) to the module. The external power Vsup is wired to the PD. If you are using 24 volt solenoids this can be wired in parallel with the power wiring feeding the cRio. COM is wired to the black terminal on the PD. The solenoid then takes the place of "device" on the drawing. "DO" is one of the digital outputs of the module labeled DO0-DO7.
The other answers are correct to your questions.
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