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Re: Electric solenoid experience

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Originally Posted by electroken View Post
I didn't, and as they aren't solenoids I don't need to. They are brushed DC motors with a whole lot of gear reduction and a rack and pinion output. These devices are intended to be run for a second or two at a time and will die a miserable death if held in stall, much like a RS-550 motor.

I have a few of them and will measure their current draw under some varying conditions this morning.
You do realize if they are motors and are not on the approved motor list, they are not legal for FRC use? Just because your inspector missed it doesn't make it legal.
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