Can my solenoid push a doorbell?

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PigeonPal1718

Joined Jul 19, 2017
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So I am working on a special project and basically I want a mini solenoid to ring a doorbell whenever a current is applied. However the solenoid is very small and I do not know if it has enough force to push a doorbell. I am unable to find any datasheets that provide the number of newtons in force. My question is does this solenoid, judging by the photo, have enough force to push a doorbell? And if not, are there any out there, or perhaps another alternative?


mini Solenoid.jpg
 

dl324

Joined Mar 30, 2015
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I unfortunately do not have access to the internal wires, I only have access to the physical button
What is it that you're trying to accomplish?

Pushing the button is the obvious thing to do, but have you considered how your're going to mount this device; and in a manner that doesn't interfere with normal operation of the button?
 

mcgyvr

Joined Oct 15, 2009
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Without anything to go by we cannot judge even the scale of what you have there.. I don't know if thats a 1mm stroke or 10mm or 25mm,etc..
Nor do we know the force required by your doorbell..

Seat of the pants guess would say yes its probably sufficient though..
 
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