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    Reversing polarity on push of a button

    WOW you went above and beyond! Many many many thanks! What software did you use??
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    Help reconnecting/soldering USB port that fell out of place

    it honestly looks like it was hit with a usb killer lol
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    Reversing polarity on push of a button

    wants to use this - https://www.adafruit.com/product/558 (or something like it) this is what he already has - https://www.avsontheweb.com/momentary-on-off-on-rocker-switch-6-prong/ the wiring at the moment is like this -Dedicated 12v Constant power Run from battery (alot of the wiring is shot...
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    Reversing polarity on push of a button

    currently as it stands we have it on a momentary on/off/on switch in the dash however the "want" is for a single push button It would be nice for it to close when the ignition is off however its not absolutely needed Again its sorta eh it doesnt matter too much This seems really cool! but...
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    Reversing polarity on push of a button

    and honestly i think it could be run on 10A DC
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    Reversing polarity on push of a button

    how would that circuit be wired? constant power into the relay as well as the switch then the output off the relay? and are they able to NOT output voltage when no buttons are pressed?
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    Logitech z323 9 pin connector

    Quick google Search https://www.google.com.au/search?q=Logitech+z323+pinout&safe=active&tbm=isch&source=iu&ictx=1&fir=kLyqneHlMA3qyM%253A%252CJeRCTzFHYp81cM%252C_&usg=AFrqEzc3OfKNuB8Mm-_ipFIUecSutOvkQw&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjDxO-K9bHdAhUFzmEKHYOwAOsQ9QEwAHoECAUQBA#imgrc=kLyqneHlMA3qyM:
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    Reversing polarity on push of a button

    Hey guys.. im helping a mate repair and restore his 1990 mx5 miata of which he has a motor controlled exhaust valve that opens and closes by swapping polarity, this used to be controlled by a box and a reciever however this box broke and now no longer is available to be used.. at the moment i...
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    PowerCon Connector's / Neutrik

    thanks for the response! the connectors are totally shielded both male and female sides so there is no real risk associated with them. they are usually used with professional grade lighting equipment so i thought they would be able to deal with a decent amount of power
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    PowerCon Connector's / Neutrik

    Hey All, Has anyone had experience with fitting female powercon connectors to power boards / power strips I want to make an easy to transport case for Dj gear where everything is already connected inside and then put a Powercon jack on the outside so i can plug different lengths of feed cable...
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    Cleaning Soldering Iron Tips

    you see.. the problem i have working in an Army CU is that i am NEVER the first person to use the iron andddd the irons are usually used to burn wood or plastic.. not even going to begin to mention the age of the iron's and the Tips.. ive literally had to solder with a rusted tip before...
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    Cleaning Soldering Iron Tips

    Hey Guys, Im just curious how you guys go about cleaning your soldering iron.. anyone have any tips? Personally i use emery cloth and flux but i have heard of many other methods I look forward to your responses! Regards, Lightshow ACU Comms Engineer
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    Switch for 110V 16amp AC

    if you were in Aus i would recommend Clipsal Butttt i don't know how accessible Clipsal parts are in the UK
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    Why does multi-meter fix snow plow??

    I used to have this problem with RC cars due to a tight budget we would just cover the receiver in a bit of tin foil! not the most glamorous way to fix it but it worked!... also, side note you may want to look into the circuit that is supplying power to that "Reciever" module.. it's plausible...
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    Switch for 110V 16amp AC

    first thing that comes to mind is a relay. buttt there is probably a better way to do it
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