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    Selector Switches and Contact Block question

    Thanks Bobby. Definitely clears a lot of things up. To elaborate further, could you give me an example of when you would use a 2 way selector with 1 NO contact block opposed to when you would need a 2 way selector with 2 NO contact blocks. I guess I don't understand the need for more blocks. Do...
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    1 NO Block vs. 2 NO Blocks

    I am looking for a simple ON/OFF selector switch for a Master Power and 2 pumps on a control panel. I found this 2 Position Selector switch with 1 NO Block from ebrewsupply: http://www.ebrewsupply.com/2-way-1-no-contact-switch/ and this 2 Position Selector switch with 2 NO Blocks from Auber...
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    Selector Switches and Contact Block question

    I'd like a main power switch. And also 2 ON/OFF switches for each pump. I assume all 3 of these can be the same type of switch right, SPST? A lot of people have used the following from RadioShack: https://www.radioshack.com/products/spst-6amp-lever I'm just trying to find a comparable Selector...
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    Selector Switches and Contact Block question

    I'm trying to wrap my head around switches and am getting more confused than anything. I finally understand the difference between NO and NC, and somewhat understand the differences between SPST/SPDT/DPST/DPDT. But what I don't understand is the reason for having 1 Contact Block vs 2 Blocks...
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    Are these switches the same?

    Kid, thanks for that simplified answer, that definitely helps. I was at first going to have a light turn on as well with my pump, but the size of my control panel wont allow for it so I think the SW2 will work fine. Also, because of my size restrictions I actually might end up using the 3 way...
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    Are these switches the same?

    So for my pumps.. which will be manually operated with an off/on switch.. if I was ordering from Auber would I want the 2-position maintained 1 NO or 2 NO
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    Are these switches the same?

    P-J, You are too kind, I can't thank you enough for taking the time to review my ideas and offer your help. I'm having a lot of fun learning about all of this but the amount of information gets overwhelming for a novice like myself. The pictures I have provided are for what I am trying to put...
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    Are these switches the same?

    P-J, thank you for taking the time to respond, appreciate it greatly...ive ordered the parts to automate my mash temp and am almost ready to start building. I'm working on a schematic I haven't quite finished. I posted a thread about my idea and what im trying to accomplish along with the work...
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    Are these switches the same?

    I need 3 off/on switches and 2 auto/off/on ... my build says the off/on switches need to be SPST and the Auto/off/on switches need to be SPDT. I can only find switches like these http://www.radioshack.com/flat-lever-heavy-duty-toggle-switch/2750651.html#.VOtcRcnTnqA...
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    Automating a Camp Chef Burner with a Honeywell

    Cool man, I have been relentlessly working on my idea the past few days and have posted a few more threads with developing ideas... got some pics of my ideas and even started a schematic that I am having a little bit of trouble finishing, check em out
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    My new brew system, a brutus 10 with some nice modifications

    I love this thread and all the info in it. Josh's build and the countless of others after is a great help in building my own. Couple questions are arising though.. 1) Just curious what the advantage of using the IEC inlets and outlets are as opposed to using standard NEMA plugs. I want...
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    Help Connecting the Missing Pieces On Schematic

    The blue lines are just temporary lines to show how the order in which things would connect. Still unsure of the actual wiring
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    Help Connecting the Missing Pieces On Schematic

    Updated Schematic
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    Help Connecting the Missing Pieces On Schematic

    I am in the process of automating my Mash Tun with a low heat and constant recirculation method, with the gas controlled by a PID and Honeywell Valve. My control panel to start will have a 110 V Input, a Master Power switch, an Inlet for the Pump with a switch and led, a 24v transformer for...
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    Help Automating My Mash Temperature & Schematic Design

    Here is my idea. I want to add some automation to my brewery and am going to start with automating a burner with a Honeywell. I have this Camp Chef Burner http://www.morebeer.com/products/cam...60000-btu.html I want to put this low pressure regulator on it...
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