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All-Purpose OWF Discussions => Electronics => Topic started by: H8 TO WORK on January 30, 2012, 07:49:22 PM

Title: Help me build a timer...please!
Post by: H8 TO WORK on January 30, 2012, 07:49:22 PM

This is a little unrelated but I want to build a controler for the auger on my pellet stove. I want to make one thats adjustable, I'll give you an example. Lets say I want my auger to come on every minute for 6 seconds but want to be able to adjust both times with trim pots, dials or even digital. I am going to intagrate it with the exsiting controls so that all the factory safetys still work. Any help would be great, thanks.

Title: Re: Help me build a timer...please!
Post by: birchbark on February 02, 2012, 08:39:11 PM

You could use an Omron solid state timer, the H3CR series relays have a ton of functions, it's an analog style relay.  They also make really nice digital relays.  You can program them to do just what you are talking about.  You should be able to order one of these from Digi-Key, or just about any electronic supplier, ( I believe Digi-Key lists the price ).  The programming function is just with the dials and or buttons on the relay.  I use them alot at work and it is just amazing what they can do.

birchbark