I was wondering how do dc horns buzz while not on ac. Is it some sort of transformer that makes the hammer strike the diaphragm at a faster rate than 60 hz? I want to convert my 31t into a 34t.
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As far as I know, there’s a small switch that opens when the diaphragm pops out then closes back when it goes back in its normal position, same principle for vibrating DC bells.
Ok. Thanks for the help!
I may not be 100% sure of what you mean, but DC electromechanical horns most often buzz sound-wise when powered with full-wave rectified (FWR) electricity, which makes them sound quite rough. Also I’m not sure if it’s possible to convert an AC electromechanical horn to DC: according to a video by NewAgeServerAlarm it is supposedly possible to at least convert a DC 4051 into an AC 4050, but whether the opposite is doable I have no idea.
It’s basically an electromagnet that creates an electromagnetic field that causes the diaphragm to vibrate. It’s quite simple actually