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Does anyone know anything about solenoids?
ChadTower:
Is it enclosed in a casing or something? If it's AC I would think it would need a voltage regulator and a bridge rectifier in there. But if it says 24/60 then yeah it's probably AC.
Ken Layton:
Yes, your solenoid is 24 volts AC and 60 hz.
There are also two types of solenoids: "continuous duty" and "intermittent duty". Judging by how quickly yours got hot I'd say you have an intermittent duty type. This means it is only designed to be powered on for no more than 30 seconds, then off for at least ten minutes (lest it burn up or catch fire!).
ChadTower:
But we love the smell of burnt enamel!
rdagger:
--- Quote from: Ken Layton on November 14, 2006, 10:30:27 am ---Yes, your solenoid is 24 volts AC and 60 hz.
--- End quote ---
The solenoid is definitely AC. I tried a small 24V .8A AC power transformer from a dead DSL modem and it works great. After several minutes, the temperature is only 100°F and the valve is wide open. Although I don't know if this transformer will be powerful enough for long term usage because it is rated for 30 watts and it is currently pulling 30 watts at 110V. Also, the transformer is running kind of hot at about 125°F.
ChadTower:
If the transformer is maxed, it's too small.
What is this solenoid for, anyway?
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