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Unread 02-04-2013, 20:06
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Re: Solenoid Breakout Output Voltage Issue

Eric,
The solenoid module acts a closing contact to power supply so it is hard to tell why you are measuring 5 volts. You could be wired to the 5 volt output of the PD. Some 24 volt solenoids will work at 12 volts but they are not reliable. If all you are using is the one 24 volt solenoid then follow the instructions above using the 24 volt Crio output of the PD in parallel with the Crio power.
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