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Old 05-08-2008, 10:55 PM   #6 (permalink)
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Yes, it can be done using beefy solenoids that have a 1" throw. But they take a massive amount of current. And will quickly overheat in that application.

Still would be neat to see. Use the lightest main spring you can find, combined with a heavy hammer. That will minimize the current draw on the solenoid.
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