Mike_2545
Super Moderator
Hey guys,
I have some 24 volt DC 10 watt solenoid valves to drive. My 24v center tapped transformer gives me 28.8 v dc (after bridge) and I don't want to over power the solenoids so I was thinking of using a Zener diode to do the job of bringing it down.
I have some 1N970B 24v zeners on hand, rated at 400 milliwatts Max
What would you suggest?
I would be running up to 2 solenoids at once for a short duration.
Or should I just use a 7824 and forget the zener idea?
I have some 24 volt DC 10 watt solenoid valves to drive. My 24v center tapped transformer gives me 28.8 v dc (after bridge) and I don't want to over power the solenoids so I was thinking of using a Zener diode to do the job of bringing it down.
I have some 1N970B 24v zeners on hand, rated at 400 milliwatts Max
What would you suggest?
I would be running up to 2 solenoids at once for a short duration.
Or should I just use a 7824 and forget the zener idea?