Programmable Interval Power Timer for Bubble Machine

Hello,

I'm working on a project at Burning Man this year and need to find a way to efficiently use our high-output bubble machine that is part of a large art installation. We are trying to minimize the amount of re-filling of the bubble fluid.

The machine can run as soon as it's plugged into an outlet, and it will stop as soon as it's unplugged. I'm searching for a "Programmable Interval Power Timer" that will allow me to do the following example:

Run power to machine for 5 minutes, Cut Power to Machine for 10 minutes, Run power to machine for 5 minutes, Cut power for 10 minutes..... repeat, etc...

Is there something out there that is even close to this pattern? Any help is is greatly appreciated, thanks.

-Dave

Dear Dave,

You can use a 555 IC to make this kind of timing.

Also a microcontroller.

And maybe a little PLC, for example LOGO, ZELIO, S7 200, etc...

Jorge.
www.solartroning.org

What voltage does your bubble machine run at?
AC or DC?
And what power [in watts] does it need (and or maximum current)?

And, do you have any electronics experience? Could you follow a circuit diagram and build it yourself, or are you looking for an "off the shelf" solution?

120volt (or 110v). AC Household current.
80 watts maximum
I have some electronics experience but need an off the shelf solution

Thanks

Why not buy a household timer?
if you need more programmable try http://www.telldus.com/

I'm going with this one because I need it quick and it has proven reviews, though a tad expensive.

http://www.amazon.com/C-A-P-ART-DNe-Adjustable-Cycle-Timer/dp/B00286QNDM

Thanks everyone