Mailing List lml@lancaironline.net Message #7668
From: James Frantz <LFrantz@compuserve.com>
Sender: James Frantz <LFrantz@compuserve.com>
Subject: Flap limit switch
Date: Tue, 21 Nov 2000 09:34:28 -0500
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>I intend to replace the magnetic limit switch
with a postiive-action micro-switch - arranged in such a way as to
eliminate
the potential for "coasting past".<

I eliminated the two flap relays and magnetic limit switches. Instead I
used two diodes  and two microswitches to accomplish the same thing.  The
system uses motor braking so that the flaps do not coast.  The result is a
lighter and more reliable flap control system for the Lancair.  The diodes
must be heavy duty since they provide a direct short across the
motor/generator when the flaps are at the limit.

I will write a short article for the Lancair Network News this week.

Jim Frantz

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