Lock-style Solenoid - 12VDC - (AD27354)

Description:

Solenoids are basically electromagnets: they are made of a big coil of copper wire with an armature (a slug of metal) in the middle. When the coil is energized, the slug is pulled into the center of the coil. This allows the solenoid to pull from one end. This particular solenoid is robust and has a metal slug with a slanted cut and a good mounting bracket. It's basically an electronic lock, designed for a cabinet, safe, or basic door. Normally the lock is active so the door cannot be opened because the solenoid's metal piece interferes. In this state, it draws no power. When 9-12VDC is applied, the metal piece pulls in, so it no longer protrudes and the door can be opened. The solenoids come with the slanted piece as shown above, but you can open it up with the two Philips screws and flip it around 90, 180, or 270 degrees to match the door where you want to use it. To actuate a solenoid, you'll need a power transistor and a diode. Check out this diagram for how to wire it to an Arduino or other microcontroller. You'll need a good quality power supply since a lot of current (about 500mA) will rush into the solenoid to charge up the electromagnet, so don't try to power it with a 9V battery!

Technical Details:

• 12V DC (you can use 9-12V DC, but lower voltage results in weaker and slower operation)
• Draws 650mA @ 12V and 500mA @ 9V when activated
• Designed for 1-10 second activation time
• Maximum Dimensions: 41.85 mm x 53.57mm x 27.59mm
• Dimensions: 23.57mm x 67.47mm x 27.59mm
• Wire Length: 222.25 mm
• Weight: 147.71 g

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