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How to Design 12V Automotive Circuit for 20ms Pulse Output from 1s Square Wave Input?

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Topic summary

The discussion focuses on designing a 12-14V automotive circuit that converts a 1-second square wave input signal into a single 20-50 ms pulse output, triggered on the rising edge, capable of driving a 12V mechanical relay with over 200 mA load. The recommended approach involves using a monostable multivibrator IC such as the CD4098B or a 555 timer configured for pulse generation. Timing is controlled by resistor-capacitor (RC) components, with the pulse duration given by the formula Time = 0.5 × R × C (R in kilo-ohms, C in microfarads). A MOSFET (ZVN4306A) is used as a low-side switch to drive the relay coil. Troubleshooting included correcting MOSFET pin connections (source to ground, drain to relay coil) and ensuring proper input signal levels to the IC. Component sourcing from Digi-Key and Mouser was suggested, with detailed part numbers provided for diodes (1N4744A, 1N4004), IC (CD4098B), MOSFET (ZVN4306A), and resistors. The circuit was tested with a 9V battery and a 10V relay, with initial issues resolved by wiring corrections and updated schematic revisions.
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