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Unread 23-03-2008, 23:47
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Re: HELP: Internal Solenoid Leaks Killed Us!

We had some issues with the Festo valves this year. One worked fine, but the other had an open relay coil. The valve wouldn't fire.

We picked up 2 more from the FIRST spare parts table and they also had an open relay coil.

Finally a team donated one to us and it worked.

It weight isn't an issue, go with the SMC valves. They will be more reliable and easier to repair if something does go wrong.
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