EPISODE · Jan 6, 2025 · 10 MIN
The Great Search: Solenoid flyback diodes in SOD-323
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For our solenoid driver, we have individual transistors for driving each output, which means that we need to protect them with flyback diodes. The important things we need for a flyback diode are to handle the maximum reverse voltage (30V or so) and be fast—there is a peak current of an amp or so, but it's near-instantaneous, so we're not as worried about continuous current. We'll also need 8, so let's make sure they're not too expensive! See the chosen part on DigiKey https://www.digikey.com/short/prdhzvw1 ----------------------------------------- Visit the Adafruit shop online - http://www.adafruit.com LIVE CHAT IS HERE! http://adafru.it/discord Subscribe to Adafruit on YouTube: http://adafru.it/subscribe New tutorials on the Adafruit Learning System: http://learn.adafruit.com/
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For our solenoid driver, we have individual transistors for driving each output, which means that we need to protect them with flyback diodes. The important things we need for a flyback diode are to handle the maximum reverse voltage (30V or so) and be fast—there is a peak current of an amp or so, but it's near-instantaneous, so we're not as worried about continuous current. We'll also need 8, so let's make sure they're not too expensive! See the chosen part on DigiKey https://www.digikey.com/short/prdhzvw1 ----------------------------------------- Visit the Adafruit shop online - http://www.adafruit.com LIVE CHAT IS HERE! http://adafru.it/discord Subscribe to Adafruit on YouTube: http://adafru.it/subscribe New tutorials on the Adafruit Learning System: http://learn.adafruit.com/
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