Double Solenoid VOLTAGE?

[akash992391]

Does it matter what voltage the double solenoid (electric valve) receives?

[kevin.li.rit]

Yes, if it is a 12V double solenoid, give it 12V. If it is a 24 V solenoid give it 24 Volts.

[akash992391]

We have a bunch of 12V batteries, but only 24V Solenoids. Is there an way we can make this work.

[kevin.li.rit]

Originally Posted by akash992391

We have a bunch of 12V batteries, but only 24V Solenoids. Is there an way we can make this work.

Use the solenoid breakout which plugs into the 24V section of the power distribution board.

http://www.andymark.com/product-p/am-0868.htm

[Rstrzelecki]

To test 24v solenoids our team spliced together 2 battery plugs with a fuse in between. It works but isn't the safest thing.

[markgryzwa]

You should be using the +24V supply on the Power Distribution Board. It is the same supply that the CRIO uses.

[goofy173]

Probably too late now but use http://www.andymark.com/product-p/am-0875.htm so you don't have to choose.