Solenoid Lock 12 V DC
🔐 Electromagnet Solenoid Lock – 10 mm Stroke, 12 V DC
Overview
This 12 V DC solenoid lock (electromagnet style) features a 10 mm locking pin stroke and is designed for intermittent duty (energize up to ~10 s). It’s a compact and efficient mechanism ideal for cabinet doors, lockers, vending machines, and drawer security systems.
Key Features
Supply voltage: 12 V DC
Current draw: ~0.6 A (~7.2 W)
Pin stroke: 10 mm extension/retraction
Fail-secure design: Locks when unpowered; unlocks when powered
Intermittent operation: 1–10 s activation limit
Mounting bracket included; rotatable for flexible installation
Typical dimensions: ~54 × 28 × 23 mm; wire length ~250 mm
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Voltage | 12 V DC (±10%) |
| Current | ≈0.6 A |
| Power | ≈7.2 W |
| Stroke Length | 10 mm |
| Activation Time | ≤1 s unlock; intermittent duty ≤10 s |
| Operating Temperature | –40 °C to +50 °C |
| Weight/Size | ~140 g; 54 × 28 × 23 mm |
Wiring – Control with Arduino
Connect the solenoid via a driver circuit to ensure safe operation:
When powered, the solenoid retracts the locking pin; when unpowered, the pin extends, securing the lock (fail-secure).
✅ Resources
🎥 YouTube Tutorial: https://youtu.be/0wYp7rd4IIo?si=W5gEvnHXyecihAEL