Standard Relays

Standard relays are electromechanical relays with two or four changeover (CO) contacts, used with a socket in panel control circuits. They are used to obtain multiple independent contacts from one control signal, build latching (seal-in) circuits, and switch loads such as pilot lights, valves and contactor coils. In this category, Molwex relays with 2 CO 10 A and 4 CO 5 A contacts, LED indicator and test button are listed with coil voltages such as 12 V DC, 24 V DC, 110 V DC, 220 V DC, 24 V AC, 48 V AC, 115 V AC and 230 V AC. Select the coil voltage according to the voltage and type of the control circuit, the number of contacts according to the number of independent circuits you need, and the contact current according to the current of the load. Verify on the product page whether the socket must be ordered separately. A standard relay has mechanical contacts; for heater loads that switch on and off very frequently, it is not a substitute for a solid state relay (SSR).

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How to choose Standard Relays

Standard relays are electromechanical relays with two or four changeover (CO) contacts, used with a socket in panel control circuits. They are used to obtain multiple independent contacts from one control signal, build latching (seal-in) circuits, and switch loads such as pilot lights, valves and contactor coils.

  • Separate sensing, motion control, logic processing and operator interface requirements.
  • Select signal type, supply voltage, communication protocol and I/O count for the machine network.
  • Verify housing size, sensing distance and PNP/NPN output polarity against the PLC input card.

Frequently asked questions

What is Standard Relays and where is it used?

Standard relays are electromechanical relays with two or four changeover (CO) contacts, used with a socket in panel control circuits. They are used to obtain multiple independent contacts from one control signal, build latching (seal-in) circuits, and switch loads such as pilot lights, valves and contactor coils.

What should I compare when choosing Standard Relays?

Select the coil voltage according to the voltage and type of the control circuit, the number of contacts according to the number of independent circuits you need, and the contact current according to the current of the load.

Where can I find technical details for Standard Relays products?

A standard relay has mechanical contacts; for heater loads that switch on and off very frequently, it is not a substitute for a solid state relay (SSR).

Standard Relays Selection Guide: Technical Criteria and Engineering Practice