Hi pradoartz, I do not fully understand what you are planning on doing.
Let me explain: In order to design a circuit to replace the ECU fan control it is necessary to know what the replacement circuit will be driving, so that a correct design can be made.
Can I advise that you remove the ECU connection from the contact on the fan relay and connect the new circuit to the same contact on the fan relay. That will make the deign simpler.
If you agree with this approach I will need to know how the ECU drives the relay;
(1) is one end of the relay coil connected to 0V and does the ECU output a high voltage to operate the relay or
(2) is one end of the relay coil connected to 12V and does the ECU output a low voltage to operate the relay
I will also need to know what the relay coil resistance is (you can measure this with a multimeter).
if you have trouble understanding what I am asking please ask.
In general terms do you have access to electronic part suppliers and could you assemble a simple circuit.
Do you have:
soldering iron
solder
small pliers
small wire cutters
small screw driver
multimeter
Apologies for all the questions but the answers are required to make a sucess of this project.
spec
I can do it if I get the valuesThat's good.
To give you an idea of what the circuit involves, below is a sketch (not the final circuit). Would you be able to build a circuit like this?
spec
I can do it if I get the values
Surface mount op amp is very tough to me. So I prefer some bigger components.Excellent that you can make the circuit. I will post a proper schematic for the fan controller, with all the component values
Thanks for the information about the temperature setting for the fan to operate. The circuit will have two variable resistors. One variable resistor will set the fan on temperature (top left on the sketch) and one variable resistor will set the off temperature. So you can set the two temperatures how you like. I will design the circuit to use a new relay
(1) Would you be able to solder a surface mount (very small) operational amplifier or would you be happier with a through hole (bigger) operational amplifier
(2) One last question: will the fan controller have 12V applied to it all the time, even when the engine is not running? Or will the fan controller be turned off when the ignition switch is turned off?
Once again, sorry for all the questions.
spec
POST ISSUE 01 of 2016_10_17
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Hi pradoartz,
Below is a schematic of the proposed motorcycle fan controller (MFC).
NOTES
(1) The LM393 dual comparator is avail able in a DIL8 plastic package so construction will be easier than for a surface-mount package
DATA SHEETS & SOURCES
(1) LM393: https://www.ti.com/lit/ds/symlink/lm2903-n.pdf
(2) TIP 42x: https://www.onsemi.com/pub_link/Collateral/TIP41A-D.PDF
(3) Relay: Single pole, single throw automotive type. Coil, 12V, 80 Ohms. Contacts 30A minimum
(4) Potentiometer: 50K
(5) Diode 1N400x, 50V min
(6) Diode ??? 10A, 50V min
(7) Capacitor aluminum electrolytic, high ripple, high temperature, 470uF, 25V minimum
Sure sure. I am so excited to see the circuit. Haha.please wait until I have completed post #26.
Thanks
spec
No probs.Sure sure. I am so excited to see the circuit. Haha.
All resistors??POST ISSUE 04 of 2016_10_17
*** WORK IN PROGRESS ***
Hi pradoartz,
Below is a schematic of the proposed motorcycle fan controller (MFC).
NOTES
(1) The LM393 dual comparator is available in a DIL8 plastic package so construction will be easier than for a surface-mount package
(2) Special care must be taken to ensure that the MFC is not heated by the engine. The surface temperature of the MFC should not be over 80 Deg C
(3) The LM393 comprises two comparators in one case. Only one comparator is used but the other comparator must be connected as shown on the schematic.
DATA SHEETS & SOURCES
(1) LM393: https://www.ti.com/lit/ds/symlink/lm2903-n.pdf
(2) TIP 42x: https://www.onsemi.com/pub_link/Collateral/TIP41A-D.PDF
(3) Relay: Single pole, single throw automotive type. Coil, 12V, 80 Ohms. Contacts 30A minimum
(4) Potentiometer: 50K
(5) Diode 1N400x, 25V min
(6) Diode STPS10L25D, 25V min **broken link removed**
https://www.digikey.co.uk/product-detail/en/stmicroelectronics/STPS10L25D/497-2738-5-ND/603763
(7) Capacitor aluminum electrolytic, high ripple, high temperature, 470uF, 25V minimum
(8) Capacitor disk ceramic 100nF 25V minimum. X7R dielectric
(9) Resistor: all resistors, unless otherwise stated, metal film, or metal oxide, through hole (not surface mount) 250mW minimum, 5% or better
I think those resistors are carbon, which are not the best. You need metal film or metal oxide.
You are a GENIUS bro.POST ISSUE 11 of 2016_10_18
Hi pradoartz,
Below is a schematic of the proposed motorcycle fan controller (MFC).
**broken link removed**
ERRATA
(1)
NOTES
(1) The LM393 dual comparator is available in a DIL8 plastic package, so construction will be easier than for a surface-mount package
(2) Special care must be taken to ensure that the MFC is not heated by the motorcycle engine. The surface temperature of the MFC should not be over 80 Deg C
(3) Special care must be taken to ensure that the MFC does not get wet. Even dampness and condensation will adversely affect the MFC operation
(4) The LM393 comprises two comparators in one case. Only one comparator is used, but the other comparator must be connected as shown on the schematic.
(5) RV1 sets the fan turn-on temperature.
(6) R6 sets the hysteresis of the schmitt trigger (N1A). With the value shown the hysteresis will be 5 Deg C. Thus, if the fan turn-on temperature were set to 80 deg C, the fan would turn on at 80 Deg C and would not turn off until the water temperature had dropped to 75 Deg C.
(7) When the relay is not energized (and the fan is off) the circuit only consumes around 1.7 mA, so the MFC can be left connected to the battery when the motorcycle alternator is not charging.
(8) Wire must be high temperature automotive grade.
DATA SHEETS & SOURCES
(1) Comparator dual: LM393: https://www.ti.com/lit/ds/symlink/lm2903-n.pdf
(2) power transistor: TIP 42x: https://www.onsemi.com/pub_link/Collateral/TIP41A-D.PDF
(3) Relay: Single pole, single throw, automotive type. Coil, 12V, 80 Ohms. Contacts, 30A minimum
(4) Potentiometer: 50K, pre-set, multi-turn
(5) Diode: 1N400x, 25V min_500mA min.
https://www.vishay.com/docs/88503/1n4001.pdf
(6) Diode: VSB1545_M3, 25V min, 10A min:
**broken link removed**
https://www.digikey.co.uk/product-d...on/VSB1545-M3-54/VSB1545-M3-54GICT-ND/4810661
(7) Capacitor: aluminum electrolytic, high ripple current, high temperature, 470uF, 25V minimum
(8) Capacitor: disk ceramic, 100nF, 25V minimum, X7R dielectric (not surface mount)
(9) Resistor: all resistors, unless otherwise stated, are metal film, or metal oxide (not carbon), through hole (not surface mount), 250mW minimum, 5% or better
(10) Fuse: FS1 is a 10A automotive type
No probs- I hope the circuit works OKThanks for the schematic bro
Yes that is exactly right: R13 is the temperature sensor.... R13 is the coolant temperature sensor ?
If so, Resistance from the r13 varies from 1.3K ohm(engine is cool ~ 25°C) to 0.1k ohm(engine is too hot ~ 110°C). So the schematic you designed will kick the relay exactly by 80°C (~0.3k ohm) right?
POST ISSUE 14 of 2016_10_18
Hi pradoartz,
Below is a schematic of the proposed motorcycle fan controller (MFC).
**broken link removed**
ERRATA
(1)
NOTES
(1) The LM393 dual comparator is available in a DIL8 plastic package, so construction will be easier than for a surface-mount package
(2) Special care must be taken to ensure that the MFC is not heated by the motorcycle engine. The surface temperature of the MFC should not be over 80 Deg C
(3) Special care must be taken to ensure that the MFC does not get wet. Even dampness and condensation will adversely affect the MFC operation
(4) The LM393 comprises two comparators in one case. Only one comparator is used, but the other comparator must be connected as shown on the schematic.
(5) RV1 sets the fan turn-on temperature.
(6) R6 defines the hysteresis of the schmitt trigger (N1A). With the value shown the hysteresis will be 5 Deg C. Thus, if the fan turn-on temperature were set to 80 deg C, the fan would turn on at 80 Deg C and would not turn off until the water temperature had dropped to 75 Deg C.
(7) When the relay is not energized (and the fan is off) the circuit only consumes around 1.7 mA, so the MFC can be left connected to the battery when the motorcycle alternator is not charging. Note that it is better for your motorcycle for the fan to be operational when the engine stops and the motorcycle is stationary because the water or oil still need to be cooled. Once the liquid is 5 Deg C delow the fan-on temperature the MCFC will turn the fan off.
(8) Wire must be high temperature automotive grade.
DATA SHEETS & SOURCES
(1) Comparator dual: LM393: https://www.ti.com/lit/ds/symlink/lm2903-n.pdf
(2) power transistor: TIP 42x: https://www.onsemi.com/pub_link/Collateral/TIP41A-D.PDF
(3) Relay: Single pole, single throw, automotive type. Coil, 12V, 80 Ohms. Contacts, 30A minimum
(4) Potentiometer: 50K, pre-set, multi-turn
(5) Diode: 1N400x, 25V min_500mA min.
https://www.vishay.com/docs/88503/1n4001.pdf
(6) Diode: VSB1545_M3, 25V min, 10A min:
**broken link removed**
https://www.digikey.co.uk/product-d...on/VSB1545-M3-54/VSB1545-M3-54GICT-ND/4810661
(7) Capacitor: aluminum electrolytic, high ripple current, high temperature, 470uF, 25V minimum
(8) Capacitor: disk ceramic, 100nF, 25V minimum, X7R dielectric (not surface mount)
(9) Resistor: all resistors, unless otherwise stated, are metal film, or metal oxide (not carbon), through hole (not surface mount), 250mW minimum, 5% or better
(10) Fuse: FS1 is a 10A automotive type
Hi pradoartz,Thank you bro, now i am collecting the required component one by one. Here in Chennai i am not able to get all the components. so i ordered online for a few components. Will definitely post you an update after i done assembling the circuit.
Have you tested this circuit in any schematic simulator software?Hi pradoartz,
No sweat.
The circuit is pretty straight forward and uses freely available low-cost components and well-established design techniques.
Yes, do let us know how the circuit turns out. Also a picture of the circuit and your bike would be interesting.
spec
Have you tested this circuit in any schematic simulator software?
How you guys have so much brain, like you are developing a professional schematic in no time. You are awesome bro.
What do you do? Are you an electrical & electronic engineer ?
About the pictures they are coming as soon as i assembled
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