Solenoid actuator to push a button

[Scoops]

Hi folks, I'm wondering if anyone could point me in the right direction. I am trying to build a device to push a button for me using a solenoid push actuator. Would the attached circuit work?

I'm sure there is a better way of doing it? And pointers would be great I'm not traditionally an electronics guy.

Thanks

 

[danadak]

You want a diode across relay to limit switch arcing :

If your relay coil is rated for 12 V no need for series R. Also
why do you have a series diode ? Not sure why thats needed.

Do you want, after release of button, relay to stay on ? Latch ?
Eg. one push relay stays on, next push relay stays off. If so use a
latching relay.


Regards, Dana.