I need to drive a latching solenoid. After doing some research, I am realizing that I need an H-bridge, and would like to use an IC for this.
However, I've never used such a device before and I am hoping to find an example of how one is operated. Also, I'm confused as to whether I should be using a "full-H" or two "half-H" circuits (I've seen chips with each). Moreover, I'm hoping the chip might output a pulse in response to a continuous input (since the solenoid only needs a brief pulse to switch).
The solenoid is 9V, and needs 1.5A for 10msec to switch.
Any advice or examples? Particular devices I should look at? Thank you.
Eric
However, I've never used such a device before and I am hoping to find an example of how one is operated. Also, I'm confused as to whether I should be using a "full-H" or two "half-H" circuits (I've seen chips with each). Moreover, I'm hoping the chip might output a pulse in response to a continuous input (since the solenoid only needs a brief pulse to switch).
The solenoid is 9V, and needs 1.5A for 10msec to switch.
Any advice or examples? Particular devices I should look at? Thank you.
Eric