A relay is an electrical device that distributes power based on an order issued by the control part. In this way, a relay allows the opening and closing of an electrical power circuit based on logical information. The primary function of relays is most often to separate the control circuits from the power circuits for isolation purposes, e.g. to drive a high voltage or current from a lower control, and in some applications also to ensure operator safety. Although it may sound complicated, it is one of the principles of eclectic networks and can help us understand how electronic gadgets work on connectivity. In this section of the Botland store you can find many relays that will help you to explore the secrets of this learning and help you gain the right skills. If you have any questions or concerns, do not hesitate to contact our technical department. We are happy to share our knowledge and experience.
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Numato Lab - 2-channel relay module 12V 7A / 240VAC + 8GPIO - Bluetooth
The module has two KT-603 relay with a coil supplied with 12 V voltage. The system is controlled via a Bluetooth interface. In addition, the module has 8 GPIO pins working as...
Index: MOD-11657
Index: MOD-11657
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DFRobot Gravity - relay 1 channel - 277VAC / 16A contacts - 5V coil
Module with relay that allow for the control of the actuators through the ports of the microcontroller. The kit includes a cable adapted to DFRobot IO Expansion Shield.
Index: DFR-11262
Index: DFR-11262
Grove - Solid State Relay - module with SSR 250VAC / 4A relay
Module from the Grove series with the SSR relay module with a control voltage of 3.3 V or 5 V and the maximum contact voltage of 250 V AC and 4 A. Thanks to the application...
Index: SEE-11349
Index: SEE-11349
MPJ2-S-212-C relay - 12V coil, 2x 5A / 240VAC contacts
Coil voltage: 12 V, contacts: 5 A / 240 VAC. Dimensions: 29 x 12.6 mm, height: 20,6 mm.
Index: PRO-11597
Index: PRO-11597
Relay module 2 channels H/L with optoisolation - contacts 10A/250VAC - coil 12V
The module has two SRD-05 relays with the coil powered with the voltage of 12 V with the optical insulation of the input and mounting holes. The system allows you to control...
Index: MOD-06552
Index: MOD-06552
Relay module 2 channels H/L with optoisolation - 10A/250VAC contacts - 5V coil
The module has two SRD-05 relays with the coil powered with the voltage of 5 V with optical isolation of the input and mounting holes. The system allows you to control...
Index: MOD-06551
Index: MOD-06551
Relay module combined light-operated switch 12V 10A/250VAC
The module is equipped with SRD-12 relay with a coil powered with a voltage of 12 V with mounting holes. The system allows you to control the actuators depending on the...
Index: MOD-06253
Index: MOD-06253
Coolseer WiFi Switch Module - 230V WiFi relay - COL-SM01W
A ready-made module to control 230 V to 2300 W home appliances from anywhere in the world via WiFi with a dedicated application or via voice commands. Small dimensions...
Index: CLR-15008
Index: CLR-15008
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Coolseer WiFi and RF Breaker - relay 230V WiFi + RF 433MHz - COL-BSW02W
Ready-made module to control 230 V to 2300 W home appliances from anywhere in the world via WiFi using a dedicated application, radio at 433 MHz or via voice commands. Quick...
Index: CLR-15011
Index: CLR-15011
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Three-phase Solid state relay SSR Hoymk D4825HK 3x25A 380VAC / 32DC
The Hoymk D4825HK three-phase relay is made in semiconductor technology and controlled with voltages from 3 V to 32 V DC. The maximum output voltage is 380 V.
Index: DLT-14507
Index: DLT-14507
Numato Lab - relay module 1 channel - 1A/120VAC contacts - 5V coil + 4GPIO - USB
The module is equipped with one KT-450 relaywith a coil suppied with voltage of 5 V. The system is controlled directly from the USB connector. In addition, the module provides...
Index: MOD-08601
Index: MOD-08601
2 Channel Powered Relay Module 5V 1A/125VAC + 4GPIO - USB
The module has two relays HFD27/005-S with a coil with a 5 V voltage. The circuit is operated directly from the USB connector. In addition, the module provides 4...
Index: MOD-08599
Index: MOD-08599
Grove - 2-channels relay with optoisolation - 10A/250VAC - coil 5V + clear case
The module has two SRD-05 relays with the coil powered with the voltage of 5 V with optical insulation of input and mounting holes. The system allows you to control...
Index: SEE-12626
Index: SEE-12626
FeatherWing Non-Latching Mini Relay mini relay 250V/0.6 A - Shield for Feather - Adafruit 2895
The module from the Feather family is equipped with non-latching relay. It allows you to control actuators via the microcontroller. The maximum current is 2 A (at 40 V) and...
Index: ADA-06018
Index: ADA-06018
Coolseer WiFi Breaker - relay 230V WiFi + RF 433MHz - COL-BSW01W
Ready-made module to control 230 V to 2300 W home appliances from anywhere in the world via WiFi using a dedicated application, radio at 433 MHz or via voice commands.
Index: CLR-15010
Index: CLR-15010
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Numato Lab - 16-channel relay module 24V 7A/240VAC + 10 GPIO - USB
The module features 16 relays with 24 V coil and 7 A / 240 V contact load. Additionally it has 10 GPIO pins , including 5 analog inputs with 10-bit resolution. GPIO pins...
Index: NUM-16027
Index: NUM-16027
Inveo - MODBUS RFID reader - Unique 125kHz with relay
Module of Inveo company allows to read data from RFID devices in Unique 125 kHz standard. The reader is additionally equipped with a relay 250 V / 5 A. Communication is...
Index: INV-09124
Index: INV-09124
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Relay Hat for Raspberry Pi - 2 relays 240V/10A
Shield for Raspberry Pi 2, with two relay RM50-3011 with settings of 240 V / 10 A. Board has a screw connection, as well as a place to prototype systems. It communicates...
Index: MSX-04555
Index: MSX-04555
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Solid state relay SSR Fotek 10DA - 10A 380VAC / 32VDC
Solid state relay is used for contactless switching of the devices of high power. It is characterized by rapid time switching and quiet operation.
Index: DLT-14498
Index: DLT-14498
Relay module 4 channels - 10A/250VAC contacts - 5V coil
Quadruple module is equipped with SRD-05 relay with a coil powered with the voltage of 5 V, the transistor amplifier and mounting holes. The system allows you to control...
Index: MOD-01998
Index: MOD-01998
Semiconductor relay SSR-80A 480VAC / 80A - 32VDC
Solid state relay, single-phase SSR with the AC voltage of 480 V and constant of 32 V. Rated current is 80 A. The device does not create noise when switching.
Index: AKS-10220
Index: AKS-10220
MPI-S-224-C-4 relay - 24V coil, 2x 8A / 250VAC contacts
Coil voltage: 24 V, contacts: 5 A / 250 V AC. Dimensions: 29 x 12.7 mm, height: 15.7 mm.
Index: PRO-11592
Index: PRO-11592
iNode Care Relay - Bluetooth relay
iNode Care Relay is a programmable Bluetooth 4.0 transmitter, working with iNode Care Sensor. Designed for home automation.
Index: INO-09948
Index: INO-09948
Inveo LanTick Pro PE-8-0 - IoT relay module
Inveo modules allows remote control of devices via Internet. It has 8 relay outputs of 250V and a built-in WEB server. It is adapted for mounting on a DIN rail.
Index: INV-09119
Index: INV-09119
What are the relays used for?
The primary function of the relays is usually to separate the control circuits from the power circuits for isolation purposes, e.g. to drive a high voltage or current from a lower control, and in some applications also to ensure operator safety. Relays were mainly used in very large quantities in electromechanical PSTN telephone switching systems; they are still used, but to a lesser extent as they have been replaced by electronics and computers. Relays can also be used to create suitable logic functions, as was the case with the first computers or in pinball machines. This is still the case in many signal boxes, designed before the 1990s. Relays were used in very large quantities in electromechanical PSTN telephone switching systems; they are still used, but to a lesser extent because they have been replaced by electronics and computers in today's switches. The service life of low-end electromagnetic relays is relatively short due to wear and tear on the contacts during repeated switching. However, there are solutions to extend the life of these relays. Some relays are designed and tested to withstand a minimum of 10 million operations.
Evolution of the electromechanical relays
The fully electronic, solid-state relays advantageously replace the electromechanical relays in many situations. Why is that so? Better switching speed, quiet operation, insensitivity to vibrations, are some of its advantages over electromechanics. On the other hand, it can poorly withstand high short-circuit currents, even though it is generally equipped with internal protection. It cannot be used either as a safety cut-off, because of the leakage current and the permanent short circuit that can be generated when the component flashes (unlike the electromechanical relay which sometimes "sticks" but, most often, opens when the current returns to zero). Several so-called "safety" relays are designed to offer a guarantee of opening in the event of a failure. For fixed railway applications (signaling) these relays must usually comply with certain standard which depend on the country. Most railway networks use relays of a very similar design. The search for alternative solutions using solid state relays has not been successful so far because the probabilities of the different failure modes are too close.
Which type of relay to choose?
The electromechanical relay, by its switching principle, is similar to a mechanical switch whose operation would not be manually, but from the power supply of a coil called excitation coil or control coil. The coil excitation field creates a magnetic field even when it is traversed by a weak current. It then causes the opening or closing of a switch connected in series in a circuit containing a motor or a lamp, consuming a high current. This is why it is called power adaptation because the relay can control a power greater than the excitation power. Most of the time, it will be associated with a transistor. On the other hand, a solid state relay has no moving parts. The transmission of information is carried out by infrared using photo-triac, phototransistor or photodiode associated with a control circuit. This absence of moving parts gives it a longer life and an absence of noise during use. If you have questions or concerns, please contact our technical department. The topic of relays may seem complicated, but we will be happy to share our experience with you and advise you on the best solution for your situation.