Hi,
I'm looking to power at most 10 solenoids at higher current and voltage-around 48V, much more than nominal for greater force, for a short period of time (around 1/10 second) and then hold at a much lower current. Most likely not all at the same time anyway.
However, most cheap power supplies can't provide that kind of current (need around 50A- very rough estimate assuming 5A for each solenoid- this is a massive over-estimate and needs testing).
So I was wondering what kind of power supply system would be suitable. Would I be able to smooth the current using capacitors to store the charge and release when the solenoid demand it? Would capacitors be a viable option or is another approach better?
spec of solenoid (nominal):
JF-1040
24VDC
400mA
25N
10mm stroke
Thanks for any help
I'm looking to power at most 10 solenoids at higher current and voltage-around 48V, much more than nominal for greater force, for a short period of time (around 1/10 second) and then hold at a much lower current. Most likely not all at the same time anyway.
However, most cheap power supplies can't provide that kind of current (need around 50A- very rough estimate assuming 5A for each solenoid- this is a massive over-estimate and needs testing).
So I was wondering what kind of power supply system would be suitable. Would I be able to smooth the current using capacitors to store the charge and release when the solenoid demand it? Would capacitors be a viable option or is another approach better?
spec of solenoid (nominal):
JF-1040
24VDC
400mA
25N
10mm stroke
Thanks for any help