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sunnybob wrote:.........DO NOT under estimate 12 volt dc power requirements.......
AJB Temple wrote:Is this set up not basically the same as an electric window lift mechanism in a car?
AJB Temple wrote:Really I feel this needs a remote control solution
Mike G wrote:That's pretty much exactly what the plan is, Dave.
sammy.se wrote:Electronics is also a mystery to me.
My soldering improved when I bought some proper flux, just in case you don't already have some. it's very helpful.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/flux-soldering ... 01N6B6E9W/
9fingers wrote:.......There is a risk that switching the motor direction without removing the power will blow up the controller. This is why drill switch mechanisms are interlocked to only allow direction reversal when the power is off.
This could muck up your entire project in a trice......
Mike G wrote:9fingers wrote:.......There is a risk that switching the motor direction without removing the power will blow up the controller. This is why drill switch mechanisms are interlocked to only allow direction reversal when the power is off.
This could muck up your entire project in a trice......
I know, Bob. The mechanical over-centre rocker thing that will sit on the shelf edge will trigger the off switch before it triggers the change direction switch. Its exact design will depend on the switches I am working with, but the principle is pretty simple. I guess if it would help if I drew it.
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