control AC light source from the BS2
Hi,
I'm currently working on a simple project, where I need to turn on AC light bulbs after a button is pressed. These lights should stay on (one at a time, individually controlled) for 3 seconds and then turn off.
The programming shouldn't be difficult but my question is - what would be the best way to amplify the output signal from the BS2 to turn on the AC bulb. I'm thinking of a relay.
Anyones has any suggestions for me?
Appreciate all the help I can get.
Thanks.
Sharon.
I'm currently working on a simple project, where I need to turn on AC light bulbs after a button is pressed. These lights should stay on (one at a time, individually controlled) for 3 seconds and then turn off.
The programming shouldn't be difficult but my question is - what would be the best way to amplify the output signal from the BS2 to turn on the AC bulb. I'm thinking of a relay.
Anyones has any suggestions for me?
Appreciate all the help I can get.
Thanks.
Sharon.
Comments
Basically, when the LED lights up (internal to the SSR), the AC turns on.
Sharon.
http://www.efx-tek.com/topics/rc-4.html
This unit uses Solid State Relays:
http://www.efx-tek.com/topics/crydom.html
to control up to four AC devices. It connects usinag a standard "servo" type connector so is very easy to interface to the Basic Stamp. I've used RC-4's to control devices in my halloween haunted house such as flourescent "Blacklights", fans, solenoids etc. [noparse]:)[/noparse]
Vern
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Post Edited (Vern) : 10/17/2006 11:24:55 PM GMT