I am in need of a solenoid valve for my RF100. I am wondering what kind or brand to get. I have never had any experience with valves, so I need help. The valve needs to open and stay open. It also needs to be fairly small. Can they be controlled other than by pushing the switch? Thanks.
Soleniod Valves
What to use?
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General Cole
, Oct 27 2006 07:39 PM
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General Cole
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Posted 27 October 2006 - 07:39 PM
We should stop calling out/making fun of/pissing GC off. He's actually contributed and is available for trade. He's a better than average member no doubt. Got your back Cole.
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Posted 27 October 2006 - 08:11 PM
Couldn't you use an actual solenoid to actuate the stock piston valve? I have plans semi related to this for my magstrike. I'll see if I can whip something up in paint for you to get the idea.
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Posted 28 October 2006 - 07:55 PM
^Hit the nail on the head
Solenoid valves tend to be wicked expensive (I work at a shop that used to use them for different projects). Basic solenoids on the other hand can be had for around $10 or less. Shop around at Jameco or Allelectronics.
Solenoid valves tend to be wicked expensive (I work at a shop that used to use them for different projects). Basic solenoids on the other hand can be had for around $10 or less. Shop around at Jameco or Allelectronics.
Edited by CaptainSlug, 28 October 2006 - 07:56 PM.
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Posted 28 October 2006 - 08:25 PM
A simple solenoid is probably best, and I imagine Radioshack sells them cheap. I have actually seen solenoids only slightly bigger than 1cm, but you might want something a little larger and easier to access. I think there's a special valve (can't remember the name right now) that you can buy seperately to hook up to one, but I'm not sure how or what size it is. If I can get the specifics, then I'll PM or post it.
Edited by SHADOW HUNTER ALPHA, 03 May 2007 - 05:28 PM.
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