Drv120 solenoid driver module
About the Drv120 solenoid driver module
Drv120 solenoid driver module is an open source PCB design by MarkJB, published on GitHub under the MIT license. It is a 2-layer board measuring 36.5 × 15 mm, with 8 components from 7 distinct parts.
Other key parts include the drv120. By type, the board carries 2 connectors, 2 capacitors, 2 resistors, 1 IC and 1 diode.
From the project
Solenoid driver module that intelligently drives a solenoid via the TI DRV120 chip.
A small PCB module for efficiently driving a solenoid.
Originally designed for use with drawing machines for fast up/down pen control but applicable to any project that involves driving a DC solenoid (as a guide > ~30 ohms). A TI DRV120 chip drives the solenoid with a configurable PWM frequency and takes care of the initial fast energize required to get the solenoid moving then ramps down the current to a lower level to hold the solenoid in place. Peak & keep (hold) current and PWM frequency are configurable with resistors and caps (see schematic and data sheet).
Main components on the Drv120 solenoid driver module
Drv120 solenoid driver module bill of materials (BOM)
8 components, 7 distinct parts.
| Qty | Part | Footprint | Refs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | drv120 | TSSOP-8_4.4x3mm_P0.65mm | U1 |
| 1 | PWR/EN | JST_PH_B3B-PH-K_1x03_P2.00mm_Vertical | J1 |
| 1 | Solenoid | JST_PH_B2B-PH-K_1x02_P2.00mm_Vertical | J2 |
| 1 | D | D_SMA_Handsoldering | D1 |
| 1 | 1u | C_0805_2012Metric_Pad1.18x1.45mm_HandSolder | C1 |
| 1 | 47u | CP_Elec_6.3x5.8 | C2 |
| 2 | 0 | R_0805_2012Metric | R1, R2 |
Drv120 solenoid driver module design files
The KiCad project lives in the MarkJB/drv120_solenoid_driver_module repository on GitHub; these links point at the commit this page was built from.
Drv120 solenoid driver module: common questions
How big is the Drv120 solenoid driver module?
The Drv120 solenoid driver module measures 36.5 × 15 mm, has 2 copper layers and is 1.6 mm thick.
How many components are on the Drv120 solenoid driver module?
8 components, from 7 distinct parts. The full bill of materials is listed on this page.
Where can I download the Drv120 solenoid driver module design files?
From the MarkJB/drv120_solenoid_driver_module repository on GitHub, which has the KiCad layout; the links under Design files point to each one.
Can I use the Drv120 solenoid driver module design in my own project?
Yes, under the terms of its MIT license, which MarkJB chose for the repository.