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Old 07-02-14, 08:21 PM   #6
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Originally Posted by jeff5may View Post
The actual brawny components residing in the machine will vary. They will differ depending on the specific application. However, the components on our controller should not. I suggest we include a few "sugar cube" relays to directly control smaller devices, such as fans, pumps, or valves. To control components that require more current than the relays can supply, a contactor or SSR can be added into the circuit.
OK, this is good.

I do see all manner of SSRs, some smaller such as THIS_ONE, and THIS_ONE, and THIS_ONE.

I haven't designed much for any relays or SSRs except in my CO2 controller.

Is there a reason for electro-mechanical relays for the smaller devices and SSRs for the higher amp components?

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