Hi,
I would like some help in designing a solenoid.
My application requires a solenoid to push 3kg to distance of 1-2 inches.
Here are my thaughts on the subject, as i have not really worked on solenoids before.
Solenoids is small tunnel of coils that produce magnetic field when energised. There is a rod or core inside this tunnel which is pulled or pushed when the solenoid is energized. Now if i connect a strong permenant magnet to one end of the rod such that the permenant magnet is almost in contact or is in contact with solenoid, then if i energize the solenoid, the force generated by the stroke will be higher as compared to simple iron core. or we can say electric power requirement will reduce for same force. is this correct?
Can i replace the iron rod with a permenant magnet to increase stroke power?
Now i want stroke of 1-2 inches and the stroke should move a weight of around 3kg.
The solenoid has to run on 6 volts, that is 4 AA batteries and consume around 200 to 300 mAmps. The dutly cycle will be 25% under normal operation
1. Can this be designed? Can any one please guide on how to build it?
2. Practically speaking, What is the max push i can generate by 6 volts battery and 200 to 300 mAmps current?
2. given the same amount of electrical energy applied, is a solenoid better than dc electric motor for same mechanical output?
3. Is there some website, worksheet that can help me design the solenoid?
I would like some help in designing a solenoid.
My application requires a solenoid to push 3kg to distance of 1-2 inches.
Here are my thaughts on the subject, as i have not really worked on solenoids before.
Solenoids is small tunnel of coils that produce magnetic field when energised. There is a rod or core inside this tunnel which is pulled or pushed when the solenoid is energized. Now if i connect a strong permenant magnet to one end of the rod such that the permenant magnet is almost in contact or is in contact with solenoid, then if i energize the solenoid, the force generated by the stroke will be higher as compared to simple iron core. or we can say electric power requirement will reduce for same force. is this correct?
Can i replace the iron rod with a permenant magnet to increase stroke power?
Now i want stroke of 1-2 inches and the stroke should move a weight of around 3kg.
The solenoid has to run on 6 volts, that is 4 AA batteries and consume around 200 to 300 mAmps. The dutly cycle will be 25% under normal operation
1. Can this be designed? Can any one please guide on how to build it?
2. Practically speaking, What is the max push i can generate by 6 volts battery and 200 to 300 mAmps current?
2. given the same amount of electrical energy applied, is a solenoid better than dc electric motor for same mechanical output?
3. Is there some website, worksheet that can help me design the solenoid?