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Pneumatic Control Module (PCM)

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The Pneumatic Control Module (PCM) is used to control pneumatics. It was introduced in 2015 and replaced the 9472 Solenoid Module and Solenoid Breakout Board. It has outputs for 8 solenoids, a compressor and a pressure switch. It gets signals from the robot controller via CAN.

Kit of Parts

2017

One PCM is available to veteran teams via FIRST Choice.

2016

One PCM is provided to rookie teams only. One PCM is available to veteran teams via FIRST Choice.

2015

The PCM makes its debut in FRC. One PCM is provided to all teams.