Thread: 24V rule change implications?
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Re: 24V rule change implications?
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Originally Posted by EricVanWyk View Post
Your supporting statements are correct, but your main conclusion is not.

It is absolutely true that a single solenoid breakout can only supply a single voltage to ALL of its 8 channels.

However, you are not forced to only use all 12V or all 24V. Spike Relays are still legal and can control 12V solenoids (not 24V). Also, the 2010 image supports two solenoid breakouts, which may run at separate voltages if desired. "Mixed Mode" is well supported.
Yeah, I knew those were options; just wanting to see if I understood how the solenoid breakout worked versus buying and adding stuff to the control system. Our second year team doesn't have alot of Spikes and solenoids laying around like SPAM did. Thanks.
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