W2AC-AB4A-R/Q
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The **W2AC-AB4A-R/Q** is a high-precision electromagnetic transducer (buzzer) manufactured by **DB Products Limited**. These components are widely used in telecommunications, handheld devices, and consumer electronics where space is limited but high-quality sound is required.
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### 1. General Specifications
Below are the typical electronic characteristics for the W2AC series:
| Parameter | Value/Specification |
| :--- | :--- |
| **Type** | Electromagnetic Transducer (Magnetic Buzzer) |
| **Rated Voltage** | 3.0 V (Typical) |
| **Operating Voltage** | 2.0 ~ 5.0 V |
| **Rated Current** | Max 100 mA |
| **Coil Resistance** | 12 ± 3 Ω |
| **Sound Pressure Level (SPL)** | Min 85 dB (at 10cm) |
| **Resonant Frequency** | 2,700 Hz |
| **Operating Temperature** | -40°C to +85°C |
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### 2. Key Features and Suffix Meanings
The model number contains specific data about its construction and compliance:
* **W2AC**: The base series identifier for high-performance surface mount (SMD) magnetic transducers.
* **AB4A**: Refers to the physical dimensions and internal mechanical tuning.
* **-R**: Indicates compliance with **RoHS** (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) standards.
* **-Q**: Often indicates a **high-quality/automotive grade** qualification or specific packaging requirements (like Reel Tape for automated assembly).
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### 3. Electronic Driving Circuit
Unlike a "piezo buzzer" with a built-in oscillator, this is a **transducer**. It requires an external AC signal or square wave to produce sound.
#### Typical Driving Schematic
```cpp
// Logic for driving the part using a microcontroller
void playTone(int frequency, int duration) {
// Generates a square wave at the Resonant Frequency (2700Hz)
tone(buzzerPin, frequency, duration);
}
```
* **Coil Protection:** Because it is an inductive load, a flyback diode is recommended in the driving circuit to prevent voltage spikes from damaging the transistor or MCU.
* **Transistor Switching:** Usually driven via an NPN transistor (e.g., MMBT2222) because the 100mA current draw is higher than most MCU GPIO pins can provide.
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### 4. Physical Dimensions (Approximate)
These units are designed for SMT (Surface Mount Technology) assembly:
* **Mounting Type:** Surface Mount (SMD)
* **Orientation:** Side-opening or Top-opening (Side-firing is common for this series to save vertical space).
- ⤷What is the recommended footprint for soldering the W2AC-AB4A-R/Q onto a PCB?
- ⤷ Can this component be driven directly by an Arduino GPIO pin?
- ⤷ What are the acoustic differences between the W2AC series and piezo-based buzzers?