Signal relays are devices that are commonly used to control the flow of electrical current in a wide range of applications, from simple household appliances to complex industrial systems. Their simple design has made them a go-to component for safely and reliably controlling circuits from a distance. Signal relays are typically tasked with switching current […]
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What’s a protective relay and what does it protect?
A protection relay is a smart device that receives inputs like current, voltage, resistance, temperature, or even light, compares them to set points, and provides outputs such as visual feedback in the form of indicator lights and/or an alphanumeric display, communications, control warnings, alarms, and turning the power off and on. They are used for […]
Power relays offer max switching currents from 5 A up to 40 A
CUI Devices’ Relays Group announced its continued product expansion with the addition of a new line of power relays. Ideal for high-level current switching in a range of industrial applications, measurement, and control equipment, and safety systems, CUI Devices’ power relays boast industry-best lead times and offer max switching currents from 5 A up to 40 A. […]
Why I still like electromechanical relays – and you should, too (maybe)
The solid-state relay may be the first choice, but the venerable electromagnetic relay offers attributes the SSR cannot provide and so may be the best solution. Everything is solid-state these days, right? Even that one holdover, the vacuum-tube magnetron at the heart of the home microwave oven, is seeing some early signs of competition from […]
Relays designed for higher reliability in isolated high-voltage environments
Building on more than two decades of experience developing new isolation manufacturing technologies and integrated circuits (ICs) for high-voltage systems, Texas Instruments introduced new portfolio of solid-state relays, including automotive-qualified isolated drivers and switches, that deliver industry-leading reliability to help make electric vehicles (EVs) safer. The new isolated solid-state relays also provide the smallest solution […]
High-voltage, long-life dry reed relays rated up to 200 W
Pickering Electronics has released yet another high voltage relay within the unique Series 67 range. Now available with the highest power switch in the Pickering portfolio, rated up to an impressive 200W. With a stand-off voltage of up to 8 kV, and capable of 6kV switching with a power rating of 200W, Series 67 relays are […]
Reed relays handle continuous carry currents to 3A
Pickering Electronics has launched the Series 100 HC high power SIL/SIP reed relay that is rated for 1A switching at up to 40W and up to 3A continuous carry current. Featuring the highest quality instrumentation-grade switches with sputtered ruthenium contacts, Series 100 HC relays are suitable for low-level or ‘dry’ switching applications. Series 100 […]
Reed relays capable of standing-off 1.5, 2, and 3kVdc
The Series 100HV high voltage SIL/SIP reed relays rated for up to 3kV stand-off voltage have more than double the coil resistance than previous reed relays. There are three types of dry switches available, which are capable of standing-off 1.5kVdc, 2 kVdc, or 3kVdc. The 3kV version features increased clearance between the switch and coil pins to accommodate […]
Reed relays feature long life, rugged construction
Teledyne Relays announced the availability of four new reed relay product families, all offering extremely long life of up to 1 billion cycles, ideal for applications where high reliability is essential. The new product lines complement the already broad array of rugged switching solutions the company has been supplying for more than 60 years. Reed relays […]
High-power PCB relay sports ultra-low contact resistance
OMRON Corporation based in Kyoto, Japan, announced the global release of the G9KA High-Power PCB Relay on July 1, 2021. This product improves the power generation efficiency of PV generation systems by minimizing energy loss caused by heat generated by power conditioners, power supply equipment, and related equipment used in solar power generation systems. The industry-leading […]
