Relays and contactors use a variety of technologies to switch signals and power connections. Many devices called relays use similar techniques and topologies, but the terminology can be confusing.

As system voltages continue to rise, relay technology is aiming to simplify switching while improving efficiency, reliability, and response speed.

OMRON Electronic Components Europe has released new G3VH SiC-MOSFET relays with voltage ratings of 3,300V and 1,800V, delivering solid-state power-switching advantages at bus and battery voltages up ...

The relays are intended to provide solid-state switching performance as designers increasingly adopt higher voltages to ...

This chapter covers representative general-purpose relays used in the control circuits of most industrial, commercial, and consumer products. Relay names and terminology are in accordance with ...

Here’s a MEMS relay with an integrated FET that can handle higher power levels, breaking away from the “low power” moniker associated with MEMS parts. Paul Rako takes a closer look at what makes this ...

Since the mid-1980s, semiconductor technology has promised to provide smart power products for solid-state relays that could carry high current and provide unique functions for customers. However, ...

This new range of AC and DC solid state switching devices is an ideal solution for switching resistive, slightly inductive and motor loads, thanks to the reduced size per unit - starting at only ...

Meeting the requirements of MIL-PRF-83536 specification and ISO-9001 certification, this new series of power relays has been specifically engineered for mission-critical commercial aviation, defence ...

Love it or hate it, wiring is a part of any project car. You may loathe the idea of installing relays, but without them, wiring would be much more difficult. HOT ROD ...