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Electrically acutated release mechanism 2

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hummel

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Dear Sirs,

I am in the process of designing a new product. I am looking for a way to electrically acuate a release mechanism for a sping loaded device from a push button. The small cylindical device 2-3" in length, 1-1.5" in diameter. It will have an internal spring that you will be able to "cock" back an outer plastic cylinder that surrounds a 6" long rod, (.5" diameter). Although unrelated, imagine cocking back a shotgun and using a low voltage signal, causing it to release.

The release mechanism will have to be very small, as the overall length of the device is 2-3"

I had thoughts of a apartment door release buzzer, but it is too large.

If anyone has any thoughts I would greatly appreciate it.

Thanks,

Heath Hummel

 
How much force and travel do you need?


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How about an access control part? VonDuprin, Folger Adams ect. might work. They come in different voltages and sizes.
 
Try electroforce. They manufacture solenoids and actuators of various types, some quite small.
 
Sounds like your talking about a solenoid, or a relay.
buy a solenoid, make a series circuit with a switch, a solenoid and the battery. there you have it.

I hope Im not off, this is a very simple 101electrical question.
 
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