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Adafruit 12 V lock-style solenoid with slanted slug and mounting bracket

Adafruit

Adafruit Lock-style Solenoid 12VDC 650mA

SKU CH-P8G1-4KV80

A 12 VDC lock-style solenoid with a reversible slanted slug and strong mounting bracket, drawing 650 mA for cabinet or door security

  • Product typeEngineering Development Tools
  • Operates on 12 VDC with 9–12 V range
  • Draws 650 mA at 12 V for strong pull
  • Slanted slug rotates 90, 180 or 270 degrees
  • Sturdy mounting bracket simplifies cabinet or safe installation
  • Low-power hold state uses no energy while locked

Cabinet lock solenoid

The Adafruit lock-style solenoid is a 12 VDC electromechanical latch for basic cabinets, safes or doors. It ships with a slanted-cut slug that can be rotated in 90-degree increments to suit the door orientation. A sturdy mounting bracket is included for secure installation.

Drive requirements and integration

The coil draws 650 mA at 12 V and needs a power transistor plus a flyback diode for safe switching. A supply capable of at least 500 mA surge current is required, so small batteries are unsuitable. The slug retracts when powered, leaving the door free to open.

Continuous duty behaviour

In the unpowered state the solenoid holds the door locked without consuming energy. Applying 9–12 VDC pulls the slug in; lower voltages produce weaker and slower actuation. The mechanism is designed for intermittent access rather than continuous cycling.

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Price $15.99
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Specifications

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Product typeEngineering Development Tools

Questions about this item

What current does the solenoid draw continuously at 12 V?

It draws 650 mA at 12 VDC, so the power supply must sustain at least that much.

How much heat or noise does it produce during all-day operation?

The coil draws 650 mA at 12 V, generating modest warmth; the mechanical click is brief and there is no fan.

What driver components are required to switch this solenoid?

You need a power transistor and a flyback diode; a logic-level MOSFET or Darlington pair driven from your microcontroller works well.

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