How are relays used to activate more than one circuit?
Activating more than one circuit from a single input. You can use a single input from one part of an electrical system (e.g. central locking output, manual switch etc.) to activate one or more relays that then complete one or more other circuits and so carry out multiple functions from one input signal.
What is the current capacity of a 12 volt relay?
Typically 12V for passenger vehicles and small craft but also available in 6V for older vehicles and 24V for commercial applications (both auto and marine). This is the current carrying capacity of the high current circuit (s) and is normally between 25A and 40A, however it is sometimes shown as a dual rating on changeover relays e.g. 30/40A.
What kind of relay is used for make and break?
There are other contact configurations discussed below but make & break and changeover relays are the most commonly used.
Why does my AC stop working when I jump the relay?
A few hours later my dumb self decided to try to add a little oil thru the low side and it wouldn’t take much (my guess is because it was under pressure). After that ac stopped working again since neither the compressor nor fan come on, only when i take the relay out and start jumping with a wire.
When to move on to the clutch relay?
Move on to the clutch relay if the fuse turns out fine. In a few car models, the power of the air conditioning system flows from the AC switch to the fuse before being transmitted to the clutch oil through the low-pressure evaporator temperature. You have to make sure that the compressor has enough oil to function properly.
What do you need to know about changeover relays?
If your relay is a SPDT “changeover” relay, you can independently monitor the change in continuity from 30 to 87 and then from 30 to 87a to verify the switch opening and closing for both of the high-current paths.
How to manually engage AC compressor clutch, the easiest?
There is no need to switch on the air conditioning system for this method to work. Tips – You should route the jumper wire to avoid it getting tangled or interfering with other moving components. It is an ominous sign when the clutch engages but the compressor does not spin. Changing the compressor clutch could be the only solution in this case.
What are some examples of problems with relays?
For example, on a horn, the problem is often in the spring-loaded plunger behind the steering wheel that touches the ring contact that grounds terminal 85. On the high current (load side), test that 12V is present on socket terminal 30, and that there is continuity between 87 and the device.