CMU Pull-Type Solenoid 12VDC 2A 10mm 20N

CMU Pull-Type Solenoid 12VDC 2A 10mm 20N – Technical Specifications:

Actuator Type – Pull-Type Electromagnetic Solenoid
Operating Voltage – 12V DC
Operating Current – 2A
Stroke Length – 10mm
Pull Force – 20N
Duty Cycle – Intermittent (Not Rated for Continuous Hold)
Applications – Locking Mechanisms, Robotics, Vending Machines, DIY Actuators

1: A pull-type solenoid retracts its plunger inward when energised and relies on an external spring or gravity to return it to the extended position once power is removed — plan your mechanism around this one-way active stroke.

2: At 2A operating current, this solenoid must be switched through a relay or a suitably rated MOSFET/transistor — never connect it directly to a microcontroller GPIO pin, which cannot supply this current.

3: Always fit a flyback diode (such as a 1N5408, rated for the higher current) across the coil in reverse bias to protect your switching circuit from the voltage spike generated when the solenoid de-energises.

4: The 20N pull force at a 10mm stroke is suited to light-duty locking mechanisms, latch releases, and small robotic actuators — verify your application's force requirement against this rating before relying on it for structural locking.

5: This solenoid is rated for intermittent duty — continuous energising will cause significant heat buildup. Use timed pulses and allow cool-down periods between activations for long-term reliability.