Sometimes you can't teach an old dog new tricks. Tired of trudging down the stairs to let his dog out of his cage in the middle of the night, Les designed a remote control door opener. The system consists of a clevis mounted to the shaft of a solenoid and the door latch of the cage. When Les activates his handheld remote control, 120V power energizes the solenoid and pulls the latch open, allowing his dog to open the cage and run free while he stays snuggled under the covers upstairs.
Remote Control Dog Door Opener Parts List AmtPart DescriptionAllied Part #1Linear solenoid, 802-1100 pull type 120V1Relay, interval type 120V892-00911Relay mounting socket892-9998 1Steel utility cabinet736-3616 enclosure with lid2Connectors 617-1488 (for use w/solenoid lugs)8Connectors (for use617-1451 w/relay connections)A/RElectric cord, standard 214-3307 120V extensionA/RTie wraps to secure cord534 9830Additional parts required: Appliance remote control system (Radio Shack part #61-2667A); Clevis (fashion as necessary to work with door); Mounting screws & nuts #8-32 X 1 inch. NOTE: This device works for applications with only a simple translation of linear motion of less than 25.4 mm.