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RSWORDS 06-18-2009 03:28 PM

How To Wire A Relay
 
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I always have a problem trying to remember how to wire up a relay, So after searching the web for the 398574097236 time I came across this. Its the best digram I have seen yet!

Relay Wiring Diagram

A relay is typically used to control a component that draws high amperage. The relay allows full power to the component without needing a switch that can carry the amps. The switch only controls the relay. The relay then provides a direct connection to the battery. It should be noted that either the power(86) or ground(85) in the relay control circuit can be switched. In the case of a horn, the horn button would be used to switch the ground lead(85) and power(86) would be provided directly from the fuse box.

This is a typical wiring diagram for a standard relay installed for headlights, horn, fuel pump, electric fan, etc. If the relay has a 5th terminal, it is not used.



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Relay Wiring

sidekick 06-18-2009 03:57 PM

good one bobby nice find

kazairl 06-18-2009 04:16 PM

That does help. But you should remember the 87a contact is energized when the coil is off(switch is off). Comes in handy depending on how your wiring things.

Begle1 06-18-2009 04:25 PM

What about three pin relays?

RSWORDS 06-18-2009 05:13 PM


Originally Posted by Begle1 (Post 352745)
What about three pin relays?

That one is on you Begle.

this was more or less so that I could find it next time I need to wire a relay. :D

I do it every time, sit there staring at the relay and eventually say f-it and go search on the net for how to wire it... Every time! You would think by now I would have it memorized. :D

2500HeavyDuty 06-18-2009 05:13 PM

how bout 5 pin relays...:tttt:

Begle1 06-18-2009 05:39 PM

I got lots of 6 pin relays.

I might even got some 8 pin relays around.


And lets not forget solid state relays. :ok1:

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If there's really demand, I could make some diagrams...

RSWORDS 06-18-2009 05:52 PM


Originally Posted by Begle1 (Post 352781)
I got lots of 6 pin relays.

I might even got some 8 pin relays around.


And lets not forget solid state relays. :ok1:

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If there's really demand, I could make some diagrams...

Make em up Begle! I'll stick them in teh 1st post. I'm not much on electricity so I dont play with all that fancy ass stuff. A regular relay is about as wild as I get before I call someone else. :D

RSWORDS 06-18-2009 05:52 PM


Originally Posted by 2500HeavyDuty (Post 352770)
how bout 5 pin relays...:tttt:

YOU!!! OUT OF MY THREAD!!!


















:D

2500HeavyDuty 06-18-2009 06:52 PM

so would that be a n/o relay or a n/a relay? :humm:

kazairl 06-19-2009 09:04 AM


Originally Posted by Begle1 (Post 352781)
I got lots of 6 pin relays.

I might even got some 8 pin relays around.


And lets not forget solid state relays. :ok1:

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If there's really demand, I could make some diagrams...


Most 8 pin relays are DPDT. Two switches operated by one coil.

What about NPN and PNP transistors? should we go into detail? lol

kslb7 06-19-2009 01:12 PM

..Starting to get confusing. I thinks I needs to go back to school.


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maminov 11-26-2009 12:29 PM

There are good explanations and diagrams showing how to wire relays:

Quacktu: electronic circuits - solenoids and relays
Relays and Practical Circuits

Deezel Stink3r 12-07-2009 11:55 AM

I would like to recommend :
www.the12volt.com

Everything you need to know about wiring accessories like alarms, remote starts, stereos, relays and diodes.
It's very helpful to novices and advanced- pro's don't might need it.:pca1:


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