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by jackwilsdon
Tue Jul 09, 2013 2:38 pm
Forum: HATs and other add-ons
Topic: PiFace Relay Input
Replies: 3
Views: 3604

Re: PiFace Relay Input

I didn't realise that was how it worked :P I solved it the second after I posted. I forgot how a relay worked, and thought it would be outputting the 5v from the Pi (I realised this would be useless). Thanks!
by jackwilsdon
Tue Jul 09, 2013 1:51 pm
Forum: HATs and other add-ons
Topic: PiFace Relay Input
Replies: 3
Views: 3604

PiFace Relay Input

I would like to control some 6v motors using my PiFace's relays. Where would I put my 6v supply, as to ensure I don't destroy my Pi? I have disconnected JP4, but I'm still scared of connecting 6v to screw terminal 0v 5v, as 5v is coming out of it, making me think it's connected to my Pi. What do you...
by jackwilsdon
Sun Jun 30, 2013 12:15 pm
Forum: General discussion
Topic: Powering the Pi with 6AAs?
Replies: 3
Views: 1036

Re: Powering the Pi with 6AAs?

I forgot to mention that I measured the power being used by the Pi, and it averages around 0.4A (400mA) to 0.5A (500mA). I think the batteries must be faulty. How long would normal AAs last? The average AA is 500-1000mAh, so if I said my AAs were 1000mAh, would it last around 2 hours?
by jackwilsdon
Sun Jun 30, 2013 10:09 am
Forum: General discussion
Topic: Powering the Pi with 6AAs?
Replies: 3
Views: 1036

Powering the Pi with 6AAs?

I have created a circuit using a 5V regulator (LM7805), however it only lasts one hour on 2500mAh NiCad batteries. Could this be due to the condition of the batteries (they are losing charge)? I had a screen, usb keyboard and a WiPi plugged in at the time. With normal AAs, could I expect it to last ...

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