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Re: Arduino with Solenoid
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Originally Posted by Mad Cows View Post
What if I put it in reverse (5v to 12v)
It's a step-down regulator meant to convert the 12V to 5V, not the other way around.

It sounds like you have everything you need if the relay can be triggered by a 5V source.

Here is an example schematic. Scroll down to the Arduino + 24V on relay.
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