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Re: Reed sensors are not working very well (or too well?)
Newsgroups: 
lugnet.org.ca.vlc, lugnet.trains
Date: 
Thu, 26 Jul 2001 17:32:11 GMT
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steve barile wrote:

> I know this has been covered in the past, but can you point me to info on
> the reed switch used and implmentation notes. Thanks

I had not know of anyone using reed switches with lego before so I don't have
any links to info, but I used a standard reed switch, encased in glass. NO
(Normally Open). There was a 20 mm and a 25 mm I believe.

> I'm working on a ping-pong line for a trolley and I'd like to try reed
> switches. I've had troubles with light sensors and touch switches. Actually
> the whole RCX thing might be more trouble then its worth.

I've created a trolley setup that uses 3 stations with an RCX. It seems to work
very well so far. If you want, I can give you the NQC program.

Dean



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I know this has been covered in the past, but can you point me to info on the reed switch used and implmentation notes. Thanks I'm working on a ping-pong line for a trolley and I'd like to try reed switches. I've had troubles with light sensors and (...) (25 years ago, 26-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc, lugnet.trains)

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