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Re: Pneumatic Help

That appears to be the problem.
If they are all on then those single solenoids will pull:
12v model = 333ma * 6=2000 ma
24v model = 167ma *6=1000 ma

Some possible solutions:
- Don't allow more than three or so solenoids to be energized at the same time in the code (might be accomplished by reversing some of the tubing directions, so that some go off as others get turned on)
- Add a second PCM to spread out the load
- Shop for or borrow solenoids that don't require so much energy.
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