Just a thought here, but has anyone considered using a 3 or 5 mWatt laser diode
and a CCD (with appropriate circuit) in place of the micro switches, I realise
micro switches are cheaper, but with a setup that has no moving parts, therefor
less likely to go out of calibration, it could be a better long term option,
with
the laser
firing through a pin hole in some portion of the outrigger only when in the
fully
locked
position
Just a thought
Craig
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From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
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nwcmc@tiscali.co.uk
Sent: Tuesday, 22 July 2008 8:36 PM
Subject: RE: Europa-List: Unlatched outrigger
There are probably at least two or more positions where the microswitch
can be placed to sense the down and latched position. Which you choose
is up to you. I found that by attaching it directly to the OR4 no extra
mounting plate was required. It was a relatively simple matter to route
the wiring so that the movement of the OR4 was not an issue. To keep
the wiring compact I used 20 gauge single coaxial aircraft quality
wire.
I guess that my intermittent earth connection problem is at the plug-
socket connection at the back of the panel. I might reroute the earth
connection direct to the battery to overcome this.
Nigel Charles
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From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-europa-list-
server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Andrew Sarangan
Sent: 21 July 2008 22:50
Subject: Re: Europa-List: Unlatched outrigger
Regarding micro switches, it should only close when the outrigger is
'down and locked' and not simply when it is 'down'. I haven't seen
any discussion of the best location for the microswitch, but my belief
is that it should be on the OR7B step, with the switch tab facing OR5
arm. I have not installed it yet, but attached is a couple of diagrams
of what I am planning to do. Please let me know your thoughts.
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