Using A 12V Solenoid in place of a 6V

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Quoting "A. Foster" <monkeypuzzle1@xxxxxxx>:

> Kerry;
>  I think that you could probably make a 12V solenoid work without a
> problem
> on a six volt system. 
> Arran Foster

Arran.  As you know, at 6 V, the current through the solinoid would be roughly 
half of what it was designed for.  The force that open/closes the valve will 
also be half.  The friction under pressure may be too high for half the 
energizing force.  It may be worth trying though.
D^2