Re: Controlling 220V ac using 5V analog signal




"shehry"
> sorry if i couldnt explain it correctly.
>
> actually we were trying to make a motor speed controller. i was trying
> to use a sewing machine motor.
>
> i thought of generating an analog signal using a microcontroller and
> using that signal i wanted to control the amount of voltage that would
> go to the motor at the end of the day.
>
> in other words i was trying to replace the pedal of the sewing machine
> by an electric signal.
>


** The usual and most efficient method to control a "universal motor " is
to use a triac.

Try searching Google with "triac" and "phase control".

Also see "opto isolator" & "triac driver ".



.......... Phil



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