11-07-2013 02:38 PM
Hello,
I am attempting to use LabVIEW and myDAQ to power 3 independent solenoids with PWM. I am new to Labview, so I am having trouble grasping the best was to use a digital output to power my solenoids. I have many codes to generate PWM to digital output, but I cannot figure out how to actually power my solenoid from these signals. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Zach
11-07-2013 03:50 PM
Google ULN2003 which is a relay/solenoid driver chip. The digital outputs of your card feed to the inputs of the chip, Review the max current/voltage specs of your solenoids and compare to teh driver chip max ratings to ensure the chip can power them.
How fast do you plan to PWM the solenoids? Can they achieve your PWM rate?
-AK2DM