[ArTurf]

You guys (persons to nonbinary) I know of. I have a setup I'm trying to come up with. I need a switch that runs 120AC for a set amount of seconds, let's say 5 or so, and then automatically shuts itself off. Any ideas off the top of your head?

2nd question. What is a binary, never heard of this term until a few months ago.

 

[Jashley73]

Binary = Only two options. On or off. Male or female. One or Zero. Alive or Dead.

can you just get a 120vAC timer, and plug it into your outlet?

 

[FLwater]

https://www.phoenixcontact.com/en-us/products/timed-relay-etd-bl-1t-230-2905813

“Few ways to wire it shown in data sheet depending on what kind of control he is looking for. What he wants is there, but just so he knows it’s not a one type solution “

My son works for Phoenix, says this is about $90

 

[ArTurf]

Thank Y'all

 

[RigglePLC]

You could think about a timer switch for a stove hood or kitchen ventilation fan. However these are usually set for 1 to 10 minutes.
Bathroom ventilation fans often use a timer switch. Same idea. Switch off after a few minutes automatically.

 

[44DCNF]

n/m.............

 

[Hurryupelectric]

Flea bay is good for stuff like this, I like the open frame diy type design but more finished products can be found im sure. Look closely and make sure the design, some are timed delayed and some are timed operation.

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[Hurryupelectric]

120v Timed relay would start getting you down the rabbit hole.

 

[ArTurf]

You could think about a timer switch for a stove hood or kitchen ventilation fan. However these are usually set for 1 to 10 minutes.
Bathroom ventilation fans often use a timer switch. Same idea. Switch off after a few minutes automatically.

I need the time to be in seconds, less than 10 so this wouldn't work. But thanks for the idea.

 

[ArTurf]

120v Timed relay would start getting you down the rabbit hole.

Yep. going to try something like you and FLwater are suggesting. Never dealt with these devices before but looking forward to learning.

 

[sjwater]

There are misting controllers (for Nurseries and such) that turn valves ON and OFF in seconds and not in minutes. One of these can be rigged to turn a relay to get a 120V signal for few seconds I saw some of these mister controllers here:

Phytotronics, Inc. – Innovative Products for the Horticultural Industry

www.phytotronics.com

Custom built circuits can do what you need with around 20% accuracy in time (5 seconds with +/-1 second accuracy) with a simple resistor and capacitor combination, but then you got to learn to deal with 120V issues which are not very simple sometimes and can turn to a good project if you have time for it.

I personally don't trust any trinkets on different sites out there dealing with 120V, my personal opinion of course.

 

[FLwater]

I personally don't trust any trinkets on different sites out there dealing with 120V, my personal opinion of course.

Good point. Phoenix Contact however, does not make “trinkets”. FYI

 

[sjwater]

My comment was about some of the stuff one may find on Ebay or other places. We use some of Phoenix's products in gear we design and make. I did not mean to push a wrong button here!

 

[FLwater]

My comment was about some of the stuff one may find on Ebay or other places. We use some of Phoenix's products in gear we design and make. I did not mean to push a wrong button here!

No worries, I kinda jumped on that a little quick

 

[enorl76]

https://www.phoenixcontact.com/en-us/products/timed-relay-etd-bl-1t-230-2905813

“Few ways to wire it shown in data sheet depending on what kind of control he is looking for. What he wants is there, but just so he knows it’s not a one type solution “

My son works for Phoenix, says this is about $90.

waste of money. can do this for 12$ with an intermatic timer... althought seems like you need higher granularity.

Perhaps a digital intermatic timer...?

 

[FLwater]

waste of money. can do this for 12$ with an intermatic timer... althought seems like you need higher granularity.

Perhaps a digital intermatic timer...?

In 5 second increments ?

 

[ArTurf]

The rrrrrest of the story.
Ended up using this.

GAEYAELE 1PCS GRT8-M 16A Multifunction Time Relay with 10 Function Choices AC220V OR AC/DC12V-240V Relay(GRT8-M1,AC/DC12V-240V): Amazon.com: Tools & Home Improvement

GAEYAELE 1PCS GRT8-M 16A Multifunction Time Relay with 10 Function Choices AC220V OR AC/DC12V-240V Relay(GRT8-M1,AC/DC12V-240V): Amazon.com: Tools & Home Improvement

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Worked like a lucky charm. The time interval I ended up using was around 18 seconds. Thanks again

 

[enorl76]

Take a pic when done