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Switches, Timers & Relays



AC Transfer Switches & Generator Control
Voltage & Current Controlled Relays
Time Switches
Dual Battery Switches
DC Switches, Plugs & Receptacles

 

 

 

 


Time Switches

These timers work great for controlling lights, pumps, fans, and small appliances. They are small enough to fit into electrical load centers.

12 Volt DC Analog Time Switch
This 12 volt time control switch has a very accurate quartz clock movement with 200 hour internal power reserve, so it keeps time even if it is disconnected from the battery or the battery gets low. It uses 10 mA to operate and can switch to up to 20 amps. Single pole double throw contacts can turn one thing on while turning another off. The timer has 3 on-off operations per day. Order extra trippers for more on/offs per day. Minimum on or off time is 15 minutes. It can be used to start and stop generators with proper generator control circuitry. This is a dry-contact unit. Relay requires separate power to operate.

Inventory ID
  Length Width Height Price
12V Time Switch 0 0 0 $90.00
24 Volt Adapter for 12V Time Switch 0 0 0 $8.00
Extra tripper, Green (on) 0 0 0 $1.50
Extra tripper, Red (off) 0 0 0 $1.50
52-520-016
52-520-020
52-520-021
52-520-022

Voltage & Current Controlled Relays

Relays are electromagnetic switches that can turn on or off a large amount of current by using a relatively small amount of current. They contain a coil that produces a magnetic field when a small current is applied. This magnetic field pulls a metal switch to close the 'Normally Open' contacts of the relay. When the coil current stops, the spring loaded switch returns to the 'Normally Closed' position. The coil voltage rating of a relay is the nominal voltage that must be applied to the coil to cause the contacts to close.

Voltage Controlled Switches
These 12 or 24 volt, user-adjustable, voltage-activated, SPDT relays have 30 amp contacts and come in active high (coil powered when voltage rises) or active low (coil powered when voltage drops). Can be connected either normally open (NO) or normally closed (NC). An active high relay can be used as a low cost 30A PV regulator, a DC pump controller, a diversion load control or to operate a large relay for a high powered charge control. This active low relay can be used as a load disconnect to prevent over-discharge of batteries. Voltage settings are user-adjustable and can be read with a voltmeter. These relays consume 17mA when off. Max current 30A at 12/24VDC, 3A at 48VDC. Measures 3�x5.3�x1.75� without enclosure and 5�x7�x2� with enclosure.

Inventory ID   Voltage (volts) Amperage (amps) Enclosure Price
20-203-103 VCS-1 AH 12-24 30. NA $78.00
20-203-104 VCS-2 AH 12-24 30. indoor $118.00
20-203-116 VCS-1 AL 12-24 30. NA $96.00
20-203-117 VCS-2 AL 12-24 30. indoor $118.00


30 Amp DPDT Relays
These double-pole, double-throw relays can be used for up to 30 amps at 12 or 24 volts DC or 250 volts AC. All contact surfaces are silver alloy with gold flashing. Contact terminals are #8-32 screws and coil terminals are #6-32 screws. Relays with 120 VAC or 240 VAC coils can be used to build simple transfer switches. Relays with DC coils can be used for remote operation of pumps and fans. By connecting a relay with a DC coil to a voltage controlled switch, AC loads may be turned on or off based on battery voltage levels.

Inventory ID   Width Height Weight (LBS) Price
50-505-071 Relay, DPDT, 30A, 120VAC 0 0 18 $25.00
50-505-072 Relay, DPDT, 30A, 12VDC 0 0 18 $25.00
50-505-073 Relay, DPDT, 30A, 240VAC 0 0 18 $25.00
50-505-074 Relay, DPDT, 30A, 24VDC 0 0 18 $25.00


12 Volt 40 Amp SPDT Relay
These single pole, double throw 40 amp enclosed relays are widely used in the automotive industry. Wires may be attached with 1/4" quick connect terminals or the relay socket below may be used. Nominal operating current is 140mA. Relay socket has 2 feet of wire.

Inventory ID   Length Width Height Price
50-505-082 Relay Socket 0 0 0 $4.00
50-505-083 40A SPDT Relay 1 2 1 $8.00


12 Volt 75 Amp SPST Relay
This enclosed single pole, single throw relay has one set of contacts that close when power is applied to the coil terminals. It can be used to turn on 12 volt loads of up to 75 amps. Power terminals are 10-32 screws and coil terminals are �� quick disconnects. 300mA is nominal operating current.

Inventory ID   Length Width Height Price
50-505-085 Relay, SPST, N.O., 75A, 12VDC 0 0 0 $18.00

 

AC Transfer Switches & Generator Control

Inverter Bypass Switch
Wired between your inverter, generator and load center, this unit allows you to bypass the inverter in the event of an inverter failure. After the bypass switch is thrown, the inverter can be removed for repair and the generator is connected directly to the loadcenter. This is designed for inverters with built-in transfer switches. Maximum current is 60 amps. Dimensions: 13.5� x 6.25� x 3.5�. All components are UL Listed.

Inventory ID   Length Width Height Weight (LBS) Price
53-531-111 Inverter Bypass 0 0 0 7 $100.00


Automatic Transfer Switch
Safely connect an inverter and an AC generator to the same house wiring. Switch can be used with inverters that do not have built-in transfer switch capability. If the generator is not running, the inverter is connected to the house wiring. When the generator is started, the house wiring is automatically disconnected from the inverter and connected to the generator. A time delay feature allows the generator to warm-up before the transfer takes place. Use the 120 VAC unit for code installation of Trace DR or SW inverters in an RV or boat where the neutral and line terminals must be switched. 2 year warranty.

Inventory ID   Amperage (amps) Voltage (volts) Length (IN) Width (IN) Height (IN) Weight (LBS) Price
53-538-041 TS-120/30 30. 120. 6 3 6 3 $80.00
53-538-053 TS-240/50 50.   10 4 12 12 $180.00


Gen/Tran Indoor Hard Wire Transfer Switch
The Gen/Tran transfer switch is designed for hard-wire connection, instead of cord, when interfacing a portable generator with a load center. It features six combination 1/2 and 3/4 inch knockouts, making it well-suited for hard-wire residential and commercial generator installations. The Gen/Tran transfer switch features a rugged steel cabinet, resettable circuit breakers, non-defeatable (break-before-make) double-throw switches, dual wattmeters for measuring and balancing generator loads, over 70 cubic inches of wiring space, and a convenience outlet that is �live� under generator power. 8 Single-pole circuits maximum or 4 double-pole circuits maximum can be wired in this unit.

Inventory ID   Length (IN) Width (IN) Height (IN) Price
53-531-013 GenTran 30408 7 4 13 $512.90

 

 

 

Dual Battery Switches


Battery Selection Switch
This high current switch is designed for battery switching in boats but can be used in land-based units. It permits selection between one of two batteries or the connection of both batteries in parallel. The �off� position also acts as a battery disconnect. Many people are using these to choose between two banks of batteries or between a main battery and a back-up battery. The switch surface mounts with a slot for wires to enter from the bottom. Wires connect to 5/16� brass bolts. Capacity is 250 amps continuous and 360 amps intermittent. For use on 6, 12, 24 or 32 volt systems. UL listed for marine use.

45-453-015 Battery Selector Switch $32.00


Dual Battery Relay
This relay is designed to isolate a second battery in a vehicle. The contact terminals are connected between the positive terminal of the starting battery and the positive terminal of the second battery. The negative terminals of both batteries are connected to the vehicle chassis. One of the coil terminals is connected to chassis ground and the other coil terminal is connected to the ignition switch or fuse box. When the vehicle is running, both batteries are connected together in parallel and being charged by the alternator. When the ignition switch is off, the contacts are open, disconnecting the second battery from the vehicle electrical system. 80 Amp maximum continous current. 12 volt coil.

50-505-020 Dual Battery Relay $20.00

 

 

 

 

DC Switches, Plugs & Receptacles


DC Rated Toggle Switches
These bat handle toggle switches have silver contacts and 11/16� long chrome plated handles. They mount in a �� diameter hole in panels up to 3/8� thick. Mounting hardware is provided. Electrical rating is 25 amps at 12VDC. Available in single and double throw. Single pole is a two position on/off switch with screw terminals for wire connection. Double throw is a three position switch with center off. Make connections via six 1/4� slip-on male blade terminals.

53-538-034
Single Pole Single Throw $7.00


DC Rated �Wall� Switches
These switches are made for AC or DC wiring and they fit standard wiring boxes to simplify house wiring. By using a pair of 3-way switches, you can turn on a light in one place and turn it off in another place. The switch lever is ivory color. On-Off switch current rating is 10 amps maximum. 3-way switch maximum current is 6 amps. Maximum voltage is 125VDC.

53-536-048 3-Way Switch Ivory $5.00
53-536-049 On-Off Switch Ivory $4.00




Cigarette Lighter Plugs & Receptacles

In-line Receptacle
This outlet can handle up to 20 amps. 16 gauge wire leads are 12� long.

. 53-536-034
Receptacle, 12V-CL Type, In-Line, 12in $5.00


In-Line Double Cigarette Lighter Receptacle
Plug two devices into the same outlet with this heavy duty �Y� connector. Leads are 6 inches long 16 gauge wire.

53-536-027 Receptacle, 12V-CL Type, Y Adapter $7.00


Cigarette Lighter Plug
This heavy-duty plug is made from high heat thermo-set plastic to prevent distortion at high temperatures. It comes with an easy to replace 3 amp glass fuse, but any AGC type fuse up to 15 amps may be used. Wire connections should be soldered. Screw together assembly requires no tools.

53-536-025 Plug, 12V-CL Type, Fused $3.00


Extension Cord
Ten foot extension cord with lighter plug at one end and lighter receptacle at the other. 16 gauge wire.

53-536-035 Extension Cord, 12V-CL Type, 10ft $9.00


Receptacle With Battery Clips
Ten foot extension cord with lighter receptacle at one end and color coded battery clips at the other. 16 gauge wire.

53-536-047 Receptacle, 12V-CL Type, In-line, 10ft, w/Battery Clips $11.00


Wall Plate Lighter Receptacle
This receptacle comes with a chrome plated cover that fits a standard single gang outlet box. This heavy duty outlet is made of brass and steel so it can handle up to 20 amps. The positive connection is a 10-32 threaded stud with nuts. The negative connection is a short piece of 18 gauge wire. The negative connection of the outlet is connected to the steel cover, so it is a good idea to use a steel junction box with the negative wire connected to the box as well as the negative lead on the outlet.

53-536-050 Receptacle, 12V-CL Type, Wall Plate $4.00


DC Receptacles and Plugs
In our search for an economical, NEC approved outlet to use for low voltage systems, we have decided upon something that is readily available, a 240 volt, 15 amp receptacle. Our choice of this configuration is based on the assumption that PV-powered remote homes will not normally have appliances that use 240 volts at 15 amps. If you have a large power tool it will usually have a 240 volt 20 amp plug on it. The receptacles are duplex (two outlets) and they fit standard wiring boxes and standard duplex receptacle covers.

53-536-038 Plug DC/240 V 15A $4.50
53-536-044 Receptacle Brown $6.00
53-536-045 Receptacle Ivory $5.50

 

 

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