12-23-2008 10:51 AM
I'm using a cFP-DO-401 to control 24V valve solenoids.
On page 4 of the cFP-DO-401 manual it says to fuse the outputs with 1.5A fast acting fuses, which makes sense. But, rather than put an in-line fuse on each of the 16 wires, does anyone know of a fuse block or module that will plug in between the cFP-CB-1 module and the cFP backplane?
Also, on page 8 of the manual, it shows that the cFP-DO-401 has flyback diodes in it, but then it says NI recommends using external ones. Why are external ones needed if the cFP-DO-401 already has them?
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12-23-2008 12:25 PM
Mosey,
I have never seen any kind of module that installed between the backplane and the cFP-CB-1 module. Can't imagine why NI would ever support such a device. I like to use DIN rail mount fuse holders for this.
NI has included internal diodes to protect the cFP-DO-401 module inputs. A flyback diode needs to be installed as close as physically possible to the coil of a relay to provide the best protection and noise suppression.
12-23-2008 02:39 PM
centerbolt, Thanks for the help. Where do you get the fuse holders you use?
12-23-2008 03:18 PM
Mosey,
Here is link to one that is available from Digi-Key. http://search.digikey.com/scripts/DkSearch/dksus.dll?Detail&name=277-1569-ND Allen Bradley also makes a line of similar parts.