Component: Solenoid DC ()

Author	Matrix Ltd
Version	1.2
Category

Solenoid DC component

Simple open frame solenoid based on the Benson BDC.4 series.

Component Pack

MECHATRONICS

Detailed description

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Examples

A solenoid will likely require more current than a microcontroller device can supply to activate the mechanical mechanism.

To amplify the current from the microcontroller simply use a NPN transistor or N channel FET.

The diode is required as with any inductive loads to help protect the microcontroller from back EMF generated by the inductor as the control signal switches the current through the inductor on and off

If the solenoid requires a large DC voltage, say 12V then you can connect the 12V directly to the top of the solenoid as shown above rather than using VCC or VDD. The transistor / FET will protect the micro from the large Voltage.

Property reference

	Properties
	Connection
	Pin
Chip pin to connect the solenoid circuit to. NB) Solenoid cannot be moved unless there is a valid connection.
	Simulation
	Target
A panel object to attach the solenoid to
	Stroke
The distance that the plunger extends when activated.
	Time (ms)
The time taken for the solenoid to move between the on and off positions. Used only for the purpose of System Panel animations on screen.