I understand that the use of an RC circuit probably is not the best solution, but I was trying to use parts that I have laying around versus something more elaborate. I usually follow the rule of perfection being attained not by nothing more to add, but nothing more to take away. However, if a...
Ok, here is some more information...
Relay: http://relays.tycoelectronics.com/datasheets/KHA_DS.pdf
Potter/Brumfield KHAU-17D12-12
12Vdc, 160ohm, 0.9W
(no diodes)
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Question...Since "holding current" is not listed in the spec. sheet, is it safe...
Now this should be elementary, but I have an operational question regarding a series RC circuit. I have a small 12V Potter/Brumfield relay that I would like to make slow release by about 5 seconds. I figured I could use a simple RC circuit across the coils. I chose a 1Mb resistor and a 5uF...
Sorry about not getting back sooner. Had to get on an airplane.
Actually, duplication of the physical behavior is absolutely necessary. Testing of the program in the PLC is only part of the process. Simulating real-life characteristics of the bulb outputs is also imperative. The voltage...
So the REAL answer to the question is NO. There doesn't appear to be any device that is smaller and produces less heat than what I already have. I will post any new information that I may find elsewhere.
Thanks.
The LED circuit is part of a simulator that tests the internal programming of the PLC. Under normal conditions the lamp could be lit constantly, but if the PLC detects anything less than an amp +/- 10% it will flag the lamp as defective. The "pulsing" that is does is only done when the lamp is...
This is pretty simple actually. I have a PLC that has a "light out" (LO) circuit that checks the filament of an incandescent bulb by intermittently pulsing the output. If there is no current draw, it sets a LO bit in the program.
I simulate the LO condition with an LED and a switch. I use a...
I am new to the forums and was wondering if there was anyone who did PLC type work for the railroad?
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Southwest Signal Engineering Co.
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