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Forum: Oceans Motions 12-29-2010, 10:25 PM
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Posted By golf nut
If you have a plc then you are correct, it is a...

If you have a plc then you are correct, it is a no brainer as long as there are enough timers in the plc to give you all the random moves you require, a couple of units I have out there are...
Forum: Oceans Motions 12-29-2010, 05:48 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 33,236
Posted By golf nut
It appears you have a very short memory, on at...

It appears you have a very short memory, on at least 5 occasions you said it wouldn't work, and if it did it would be way more than $500, I told you how it could be done and again you disagreed, as...
Forum: Oceans Motions 12-29-2010, 05:30 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 33,236
Posted By golf nut
I might:)

I might:)
Forum: Oceans Motions 12-29-2010, 03:27 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 33,236
Posted By golf nut
I stay away from unreliable sources when I buy...

I stay away from unreliable sources when I buy components for any OM unit, sure I can buy from E Bay, wrecking yards,and garage sales, but it isn't going to happen, I deal direct with OEMs for...
Forum: Oceans Motions 12-29-2010, 03:01 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 33,236
Posted By golf nut
Strictly on a timer yes, but eventually it would...

Strictly on a timer yes, but eventually it would come back in sync again, I never recommended for anyone to do that, unless they wanted even more random flow:)
Forum: Oceans Motions 12-29-2010, 02:59 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 33,236
Posted By golf nut
It is likely an Asco Valve solenoid, there is...

It is likely an Asco Valve solenoid, there is metal in them, I do work for them.
Forum: Oceans Motions 12-09-2010, 11:49 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 33,236
Posted By golf nut
This is one of a pair that were installed an a...

This is one of a pair that were installed an a good sized tank in a public aquarium, these were equipped with proximity switches and then driven by a PLC, this would alternate flow as in the video...
Forum: Oceans Motions 12-09-2010, 10:20 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 33,236
Posted By golf nut
Except is isn't, both the inlets and the outlets...

Except is isn't, both the inlets and the outlets reverse to direct flow through the tank and also to be pulled out on the opposite end, each is aiding the other.
Forum: Oceans Motions 12-08-2010, 06:19 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 33,236
Posted By golf nut
Here is a quick bad video, there are 8 holes...

Here is a quick bad video, there are 8 holes drilled , 4 at either end of the tank for coverage, the lower holes are C/L feeds, the uppers are C/L returns, they are being switched by a common drum,...
Forum: Oceans Motions 12-08-2010, 06:03 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 33,236
Posted By golf nut
In my lifetime I have built thousands of...

In my lifetime I have built thousands of machines, I am well aware of dummy proofing.

I just did a simple test for you. the result is that if the drum stalls the sensor keeps the motor running,...
Forum: Oceans Motions 12-08-2010, 04:42 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 33,236
Posted By golf nut
If you have a jammed drum, then the smart motor...

If you have a jammed drum, then the smart motor or extra sensors will do nothing, unless they are smart enough to phone you and or take the unit apart.

When using a 2 way version the orientation...
Forum: Oceans Motions 12-08-2010, 12:35 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 33,236
Posted By golf nut
Try this one, I am golfing at the moment , will...

Try this one, I am golfing at the moment , will get more time later.


http://www.airotronics.com/site/category-products_solidstate.php
Forum: Oceans Motions 12-08-2010, 12:00 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 33,236
Posted By golf nut
It can do, I need to grab a body or two before...

It can do, I need to grab a body or two before they go to the next op and get them finished conventionally.
Forum: Oceans Motions 12-07-2010, 11:55 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 33,236
Posted By golf nut
Finding a cheap reliable multi-function timer is...

Finding a cheap reliable multi-function timer is the issue, you may as well go directly to PLC do not pass go and do not collect 200 dollars, the OM revolves at 1rpm, it may take a little time to...
Forum: Oceans Motions 12-07-2010, 11:20 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 33,236
Posted By golf nut
It would be a fairly easy DIY mod to a 4 way or 2...

It would be a fairly easy DIY mod to a 4 way or 2 way, still will cost $39 :)
Forum: Oceans Motions 12-07-2010, 11:09 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 33,236
Posted By golf nut
That's what I did 8 years ago with the tsunami...

That's what I did 8 years ago with the tsunami device, with just one valve.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rCgLY0baPOk
Forum: Oceans Motions 12-07-2010, 10:09 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 33,236
Posted By golf nut
My apologies... fixed!

My apologies... fixed!
Forum: Oceans Motions 12-07-2010, 10:01 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 33,236
Posted By golf nut
It's a count down timer, when the motor turns and...

It's a count down timer, when the motor turns and a magnet effects the sensor the power triggers the timer to start counting down and turn the motor off, once time down has occurred power goes to the...
Forum: Oceans Motions 12-07-2010, 08:46 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 33,236
Posted By golf nut
I will try to get some time and capture it, it...

I will try to get some time and capture it, it works with the $39 parts I posted earlier.
Forum: Oceans Motions 12-07-2010, 06:36 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 33,236
Posted By golf nut
It is running on my desk as we speak :) I...

It is running on my desk as we speak :)

I am sensing the motor shaft which is directly related to the magnets on the other side of the membrane.
Forum: Oceans Motions 12-07-2010, 06:02 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 33,236
Posted By golf nut
Monsieur MitchM wants 2 directions only, which...

Monsieur MitchM wants 2 directions only, which means he needs one sensor and 2 magnets 180 degrees apart, the timer falls off, the motor turns, the sensor sees the magnet and the timer turns on...
Forum: Oceans Motions 12-07-2010, 05:55 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 33,236
Posted By golf nut
If you are only switching every 5 hours they will...

If you are only switching every 5 hours they will work fine, the rapid sequencing is their downfall.
Forum: Oceans Motions 12-07-2010, 05:53 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 33,236
Posted By golf nut
How did I edit your post?

How did I edit your post?
Forum: Oceans Motions 12-07-2010, 05:24 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 33,236
Posted By golf nut
You can buy an $8 reed switch, sense the position...

You can buy an $8 reed switch, sense the position of the drum then hook that to an Areotronics timer, select the time delay and you are done like dinner. net cost $39 .
Forum: DIY 10-29-2010, 03:38 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,606
Posted By golf nut
The 4 corners are more important to be solid than...

The 4 corners are more important to be solid than the center, I really believe that doing the corners rigidly is better than shims that may give and leave the center as the main support.
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