Hi, I'm new to using AC operated relays. I want to use an AC powered relay to turn a single phase load ON and OFF. The coil of the relay is 230V AC 50 Hz and the load I want to turn on is up to 30A. I'm using a Finder DPDT 230VAC relay. (66.82.8.230.0000)
I have two questions:
1. Do I need to add flyback diodes like DC relays use. At the moment I'm just connecting the neutral and live across the coil and the relay is operating fine.
2. Should I put an inline fuse to the relay coil. It only draws 15mA.
Any help would be appreciated. Thanks
Dermot
I have two questions:
1. Do I need to add flyback diodes like DC relays use. At the moment I'm just connecting the neutral and live across the coil and the relay is operating fine.
2. Should I put an inline fuse to the relay coil. It only draws 15mA.
Any help would be appreciated. Thanks
Dermot