10-03-2006, 14:35
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Re: wiring color question
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Originally Posted by 527point
while i like this idea if you personally can tell which is which, i don't think the rules are very forgiving:
5.3.9
<R81> All wires distributing power with a constant polarity (i.e., except for Relay Module, Speed Controller, or
sensor outputs) must be color-coded as follows:
• Use Red, White, or Brown wire for +12 Vdc and +5 Vdc connections.
• Use Black or Blue wire for Common (-) connections.
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Note also that it says "except for ... Speed Controller ... outputs". If you just used the color-coding scheme on the run from the Victors (or Spikes) to the motors, you should be just fine.
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