Really, this is an application where an arduino would indeed be a very good choice. We are not told if the coin acceptor is able to provide different numbers of pulses for different values of coins, but that could be a big benefit. It could also allow quite a few options, such as not dispensing until a container was in place correctly to accept the water. and as an added benefit it could count the dispenses and prevent operation when the tank is empty.

 

Really, this is an application where an arduino would indeed be a very good choice. We are not told if the coin acceptor is able to provide different numbers of pulses for different values of coins, but that could be a big benefit. It could also allow quite a few options, such as not dispensing until a container was in place correctly to accept the water. and as an added benefit it could count the dispenses and prevent operation when the tank is empty.

Any good sources for crash courses on how to code for this project?

PS: i just found a youtube channel that teaches the basics. I am going to start doing a video a day to learn. I will stay in touch once i get to the point i feel like i can run a circuit with this idea

 

Unfortunately I can't read that language but it seems if a motor and timing are required a relay would be appropriate.
With a little more data from coin acceptor I believe you can make it work.

I am going to order a new relay and try it out. I may be able to get more signals from the coin acceptor, enough to trigger the relay if I mess with the settings. I will let you know how it turns out. Thank you so much for your help

 

I am going to order a new relay and try it out. I may be able to get more signals from the coin acceptor, enough to trigger the relay if I mess with the settings. I will let you know how it turns out. Thank you so much for your help

I suggest finding a relay package that has specifications provided as to what it takes to trigger it. That is a basic specification, not a minor detail.
OR, are you suspecting that the one you have is defective? Perhaps we can take a lok at the photo and discover what it is inside.

 

I suggest finding a relay package that has specifications provided as to what it takes to trigger it. That is a basic specification, not a minor detail.
OR, are you suspecting that the one you have is defective? Perhaps we can take a lok at the photo and discover what it is inside.

I suggest finding a relay package that has specifications provided as to what it takes to trigger it. That is a basic specification, not a minor detail.
OR, are you suspecting that the one you have is defective? Perhaps we can take a lok at the photo and discover what it is inside.

Just ordered a relay with a minimum 3V to trigger. Should be enough. If I continue to have troubles I will let you know. Thank you so much for your time

 

Post a link to this new relay module.