PEAK AND HOLD THEORY - Peak and hold solenoids are utilized in place of constant current solenoids when the application requires faster actuation times, lower average power consumption, lower heat generation or smaller package size.

PROPORTIONAL THEORY - There are two critical design requirements that must be met for a proportional control solenoid. These are low hysterisis and a relatively flat force verses stroke curve at a given applied current.

PWM THEORY - If the voltage steps are applied at a repeated frequency and the percentage "on time" (high voltage) is varied, the current applied to the solenoid will vary and the force created by the solenoid will vary from minimum to maximum. This type of voltage control, where the percent on time is varied, is called a "pulse width modulation" control.

LATCHING THEORY - Latching solenoids utilize the electrical current pulse, or internal permanent magnet material to maintain a set position without the constant application of electrical current.

TECHNICAL ARTICLES - TLX Technologies publishes technical articles periodically for a better understanding of principles in product design. These articles can be very helpful in your product design/application selection.