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Re: Calibrate Pressure Switch?

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Originally Posted by Steve W View Post
Frank, I would suggest that the Q&A does not allow that part. The Q&A states that the part being substituted must be the same or equivilant to the Nason pressure switch. The fact that it is ajustable means that it is not the same or equivilant.
Can I respectfully request that references are posted to specific Q&A?

Doing Q&A search I find these related answers:
Q258
Q. Are teams required to use the Nason Pressure Switch (am-2006) or can we use another switch that stops below 120 psi?
2014-01-30 by FRC3669
A. Any pressure switch may be used, provided it meets all applicable ROBOT rules.
Q459
Q. Can the pressure switch be calibrated per the manufacture's directions? (Specifically the Nason SM-2b-115R supplied in the kit of parts)
2014-03-18 by FRC2974
A. Calibration of pneumatic components per manufacturer-provided instructions would bot be considered alteration. The specific part in question is not marketed to be field/user adjustable so any calibration would be considered an alteration and therefore illegal per R76.
From which I draw conclusion that any pressure switch can be used that meet rules requirement.
In fact I cannot even find the rule the prohibits replacement Pressure Switch with Pressure Transducer.