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12 vdc Solenoid

ArchiverArchiver Posts: 46,084
edited 2004-03-02 21:14 in General Discussion
I am in need of a 12 vdc Solenoid that will need at least a 2 inch
stroke on it. It will also need to have at least a 4 pound pull and
be able to be mounted in a engine compartment. I have done a search
on the internet but the only hits that I have come up with are small
solenoids. Does any one out there know of a company or source for
this type of solenoid?

Thanks
Gene

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  • ArchiverArchiver Posts: 46,084
    edited 2004-03-01 17:23
    Go to www.trombetta.com and look at their offerings. They may be a little
    heavy duty for your needs but they would work and they are specifically
    designed for engine compartment locations.
    Regards,
    Bryan Henderson
    Manufacturing Design Technician
    Corning Cable Systems





    I am in need of a 12 vdc Solenoid that will need at least a 2 inch
    stroke on it. It will also need to have at least a 4 pound pull and
    be able to be mounted in a engine compartment. I have done a search
    on the internet but the only hits that I have come up with are small
    solenoids. Does any one out there know of a company or source for
    this type of solenoid?

    Thanks
    Gene



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  • ArchiverArchiver Posts: 46,084
    edited 2004-03-02 02:16
    --- In basicstamps@yahoogroups.com, "ebs1955" <ebs1955@y...> wrote:
    >
    > I am in need of a 12 vdc Solenoid that will need at least a 2 inch
    > stroke on it. It will also need to have at least a 4 pound pull and
    > be able to be mounted in a engine compartment. I have done a search
    > on the internet but the only hits that I have come up with are
    small
    > solenoids. Does any one out there know of a company or source for
    > this type of solenoid?
    >
    > Thanks
    > Gene

    Gene,

    You may need something a bit more sophisticated than a solenoid.
    Asking a solenoid to deliver long stroke and strong pull are at
    opposite ends of the physical capabilities of solenoids.
    You can probably adapt a small motor and gearbox to give you
    what you need and at a smaller current draw. Consider a windshield
    wiper motor assembly or a power window motor. An electric screwdriver
    is an economical way to get a compact motor and gearbox . Put a
    crank with 1 inch of throw on the shaft and there's your 2 inch
    stroke. Plus you'll be able to easily generate your 4 pound pull.
  • ArchiverArchiver Posts: 46,084
    edited 2004-03-02 21:14
    consider a cruise control solenoid as used on many cars. Sounds like a trip
    to the local junk yard is in order!
    jim
    http://www.geocities.com/jimforkin2003/

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    --- In basicstamps@yahoogroups.com, "ebs1955" <ebs1955@y...> wrote:
    >
    > I am in need of a 12 vdc Solenoid that will need at least a 2 inch
    > stroke on it. It will also need to have at least a 4 pound pull and
    > be able to be mounted in a engine compartment. I have done a search
    > on the internet but the only hits that I have come up with are
    small
    > solenoids. Does any one out there know of a company or source for
    > this type of solenoid?
    >
    > Thanks
    > Gene

    Gene,

    You may need something a bit more sophisticated than a solenoid.
    Asking a solenoid to deliver long stroke and strong pull are at
    opposite ends of the physical capabilities of solenoids.
    You can probably adapt a small motor and gearbox to give you
    what you need and at a smaller current draw. Consider a windshield
    wiper motor assembly or a power window motor. An electric screwdriver
    is an economical way to get a compact motor and gearbox . Put a
    crank with 1 inch of throw on the shaft and there's your 2 inch
    stroke. Plus you'll be able to easily generate your 4 pound pull.




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