About Rotary Solenoids
Rotary solenoids are primarily used to turn electrical energy into rotational energy by creating a near-uniform magnetic field inside when current passes through it. The rotational force used to move the device shaft is created by the orthogonal component of the magnetic field relative to the poles of an internal drive magnet. Miniature rotary solenoids can serve as rotary actuators to cater to lightweight mechanical linkages.
How Do Self-Restoring Solenoids Work?
A self-restoring solenoid is one of the 3 rotary solenoid configurations available. Until it is energized, the solenoid is latched magnetically in its home position. The shutter rotates to a secondary position before returning to its original position upon power removal.
Self-restoring solenoids are often used to produce shutters that are precious for various spectroscopy and medical applications offered by Brandstrom Instruments. Medical applications such as medical fluid analysis machines and laser eye surgery devices make use of these solenoid-driven optical shutters.Likewise, laser systems used in various safety applications require durable, fail-safe, and versatile shutter designs as blocking devices to prevent injuries from accidental exposures.
For customers with unique requirements, custom optical shutters are more useful. The product selector on Brand Instrument’s custom optical shutters page allows you to view the company’s product line according to your specific needs. You can configure your shutter blade by selecting the shape, size, and finish, and go on to submit your quotation then and there.
Besides Spectroscopy and Medical Applications, custom shutters, that make use of self-restoring solenoids, are used in soldier systems, laser systems, scientific applications, ground vehicles, aerospace/aviation systems, and thermal imaging.
For each of these applications, Brandstrom Instruments offers top-notch solutions based on your specific performance specifications. No matter how demanding the application is, its shutters and solenoids assure the best performance.