Built-in Heat Sink Solid State Relays
Description
Built-in Heat Sink Solid State Relays are electronic switching devices that incorporate a heat sink directly into their design. This integration helps manage the heat generated during operation, ensuring the relay functions efficiently and reliably over extended periods.
Working Principle
Built-in Heat Sink Solid State Relays operate by using semiconductor devices such as TRIACs or MOSFETs to switch electrical loads on and off. The integrated heat sink dissipates the heat produced by the power-switching elements, preventing overheating and potential damage. This thermal management is crucial as it enhances the relay's operational life and reliability, making them particularly useful in applications where consistent performance is critical.
Applications
These relays are commonly used in industrial systems where precise temperature control is necessary. For example, in commercial refrigeration applications, they manage the operation of compressors to maintain specific temperature ranges. They are also employed in building equipment markets to ensure efficient thermal management and system safety.
Advantages over other Solid State Relays
Built-in Heat Sink Solid State Relays offer several advantages over traditional solid-state relays. The integration of a heat sink allows for better thermal management, reducing the risk of overheating and extending the relay's operational life. This feature is particularly beneficial in high-current applications where heat dissipation is a significant concern. Additionally, the built-in heat sink can help identify and troubleshoot design issues related to heat sinking capacity, improving overall system efficiency and safety.
Limitations
One limitation of these relays is their size, as the inclusion of a heat sink can result in a larger footprint compared to other solid-state relays. This can limit their applicability in systems where space is a constraint. Additionally, the high power dissipation associated with the conduction losses of the power switches can be a drawback, particularly in applications requiring high efficiency.
Considerations
When considering Built-in Heat Sink Solid State Relays, it is important to evaluate the initial costs and operating expenses. While they may have a higher upfront cost due to the integrated heat sink, their extended operational life and reduced maintenance needs can offset these expenses over time. Durability is a key advantage, as these relays are designed to withstand harsh environments and offer long operational life. However, potential users should also consider the size and power dissipation characteristics to ensure compatibility with their specific application requirements.
from OMEGA Engineering, Inc.
Designed for superior thermal performance in harsh industrial environments, OMEGA's new SSRDIN/SSR3PH relay is the most advanced DIN rail solid state relay in its range. The epoxy-free design eliminates stress on internal components, preventing damage to the encapsulant during load failure. The... [See More]
- Features: Built-in Heat Sink; Visual Indicator
- Application Type: General
- Solid State Relay Type: Optically
- Mounting: DIN; Panel
from Chromalox
The CS Series of solid state relays are an ideal, low cost power control solution for switching resistive loads found applications in such as furnaces, ovens, heat treating, injection molding, thermoforming, press platens, commercial food equipment, semiconductor, lighting and drying, just to name a... [See More]
- Features: Built-in Heat Sink; Overvoltage Protection
- Input Voltage (Control Signal) Type: AC; DC
- Mounting: DIN
- Input Voltage (Control Signal) Range: 5 to 260
from Gefran
The GTT family of solid-state relays has been designed with the aim of providing very accurate control of the load from an analogue input signal (0-10V or 0-20/4-20mA) or a potentiometer (from 1kOhm to 10kOhm ). The electronic design ensures that the cycle time for proportioning the power is... [See More]
- Features: Analog Switching; Built-in Heat Sink; Visual Indicator
- Mounting: DIN; Panel (optional feature)
- Application Type: General
- Input Voltage (Control Signal) Type: AC
from Opto 22
120 VAC, 10 Amp, AC Control Solid State Relay (SSR) [See More]
- Features: Built-in Heat Sink; Internal Snubber
- Application Type: General
- Solid State Relay Type: Optically
- Mounting: PCBoard
from Viconics Technologies Inc.
Viconics ’ R810 power switches have been designed for safe and reliable control of electric heat loads. This broad line of value priced products is used by most major North American duct heater manufacturers. The appropriate PWM or pulsed input signal can be provided by a DDC panel or Viconics... [See More]
- Features: Built-in Heat Sink
- Application Type: General
- Solid State Relay Type: Transformer
- Mounting: Panel
from CARLO GAVAZZI Automation Components
This new range of solid state contactors presents a unique opportunity to maximize efficiency in panel space and is an evolution of solid state switches for which Carlo Gavazzi is very well known. The nominal current ratings are at 40 ˚C. The smallest width is 17.5mm and is rated at 37 AAC. [See More]
- Features: Built-in Heat Sink
- Application Type: General
- Solid State Relay Type: Transformer
- Mounting: DIN
from OMEGA Engineering, Inc.
OMEGA's SSRINT Series Intelligent Solid State Relays are fully integrated with heat sink and DIN rail mounting plate in a space-saving design. They are touch-safe with LED input indication. All units come with built-in, replaceable semiconductor fuses. LED's indicate fuse failure. These intelligent... [See More]
- Features: Built-in Heat Sink; Internal Snubber; Visual Indicator
- Application Type: General
- Solid State Relay Type: Optically
- Mounting: DIN; Panel
from Gefran
The GTD series of power solid state relays (zero crossing type) are solid state actuators with built-in heatsink, heater break diagnostics (Hb function), selectable current scale, and adjustable setpoint. Junction overheat protection is available as an option. An alarm signal is provided in output. [See More]
- Features: Built-in Heat Sink
- Application Type: General
- Solid State Relay Type: Optically
- Mounting: DIN (optional feature); Panel (optional feature)
from Opto 22
120 VAC, 25 Amp, AC Control Solid State Relay (SSR) [See More]
- Features: Built-in Heat Sink; Internal Snubber
- Application Type: General
- Solid State Relay Type: Optically
- Mounting: PCBoard
from CARLO GAVAZZI Automation Components
Carlo Gavazzi offers a comprehensive range of solid state relays (SSR ’s) featuring direct copper bonding technology for increased life and reliability. SSR ’s are used extensively in the plastics, packaging, food processing, and HVAC industries - primarily for temperature control. They... [See More]
- Features: Built-in Heat Sink; Reversing; Visual Indicator
- Application Type: General
- Solid State Relay Type: Transformer
- Mounting: DIN; Panel
from OMEGA Engineering, Inc.
OMEGA's SSRDIN Series Solid State Relays are fully integrated with heat sink and DIN Rail mounting plate in a space-saving design. They are touch safe with LED input indication. Each is a single-pole, normally open, zero crossing device, capable of millions of cycles of operation. Dual SCR's provide... [See More]
- Features: Built-in Heat Sink; Internal Snubber; Visual Indicator
- Application Type: General
- Solid State Relay Type: Optically
- Mounting: DIN
from Gefran
The insertion and disinsertion of an electrical load requires the use of a suitable switching device and protection that is safe and immune to interference. Many industrial applications require the load to be activated with very short switching times in order to maintain accurate control. The... [See More]
- Features: Built-in Heat Sink; Visual Indicator
- Mounting: DIN; Panel (optional feature)
- Application Type: General
- Input Voltage (Control Signal) Type: AC; DC
from Opto 22
240 VAC, 10 Amp, AC Control Solid State Relay (SSR) [See More]
- Features: Built-in Heat Sink; Internal Snubber
- Application Type: General
- Solid State Relay Type: Optically
- Mounting: PCBoard
from CARLO GAVAZZI Automation Components
This new range of solid state contactors presents a unique opportunity to maximize efficiency in panel space and is an evolution of solid state switches for which Carlo Gavazzi is very well known. The nominal current ratings are at 40 ˚C. The smallest width is 17.5mm and is rated at 25 AAC. [See More]
- Features: Built-in Heat Sink
- Application Type: General
- Solid State Relay Type: Transformer
- Mounting: DIN
from OMEGA Engineering, Inc.
OMEGA's SSR3PH Series three-phase Solid State Relay is a fully integrated device with heat sink and DIN rail mounting plate in a space-saving design. Each unit is touch safe with LED input indication. This normally open, zero crossing device is capable of millions of cycles of operation. Dual SCR's... [See More]
- Features: Built-in Heat Sink; Visual Indicator
- Mounting: DIN; Panel
- Application Type: General
- Input Voltage (Control Signal) Type: AC; DC
from Gefran
3-phase "zero crossing" power solid state unit for control of resistive and inductive loads, complete with aluminum heatsink and DIN guide connection. Integrated device designed for industrial applications demanding control of high power levels and frequent switching, with loads up to 3 x 55A (AC51)... [See More]
- Features: Built-in Heat Sink
- Application Type: General
- Solid State Relay Type: Optically
- Mounting: DIN (optional feature); Panel (optional feature)
from Opto 22
240 VAC, 25 Amp, AC Control Solid State Relay (SSR) [See More]
- Features: Built-in Heat Sink; Internal Snubber
- Application Type: General
- Solid State Relay Type: Optically
- Mounting: PCBoard
from CARLO GAVAZZI Automation Components
This slim RG design is capable of detecting various failure modes occurring to the heaters and also to the product itself. Failures which can be detected include partial load failure, heater loss, open circuit SSR, short circuit SSR and SSR over temperature. A normally closed, potential free alarm,... [See More]
- Features: Built-in Heat Sink; Reversing; Visual Indicator
- Application Type: General
- Solid State Relay Type: Transformer
- Mounting: DIN
from Opto 22
240 VAC, 45 Amp, AC Control Solid State Relay (SSR) [See More]
- Features: Built-in Heat Sink; Internal Snubber
- Application Type: General
- Solid State Relay Type: Optically
- Mounting: PCBoard
from CARLO GAVAZZI Automation Components
This range of Solid State Contactors offers the possibility of 1600Vp blocking voltage as well as the use of Miniature Circuit Breakers for short circuit protection due to the use of power chips with high I ²t ratings. The product dimensions can go as narrow as 17.5mm for 23 AAC at 40 °C. [See More]
- Features: Built-in Heat Sink
- Application Type: General
- Solid State Relay Type: Transformer
- Mounting: DIN
from Opto 22
120 VAC, 10 Amp, DC Control Solid State Relay (SSR) [See More]
- Features: Built-in Heat Sink; Internal Snubber
- Application Type: General
- Solid State Relay Type: Optically
- Mounting: PCBoard
from CARLO GAVAZZI Automation Components
The RG..M solid state relays incorporate monitoring functions for fast failure detection on top of the switching capability in a slim 17.8 mm platform (up to 30 AAC). Timely detection for mains loss, load loss, SSR open and short circuit, SSR internal fault and supply out range are all possible with... [See More]
- Features: Built-in Heat Sink
- Application Type: General
- Solid State Relay Type: Transformer
- Mounting: DIN
from Opto 22
120 VAC, 25 Amp, DC Control Solid State Relay (SSR) [See More]
- Features: Built-in Heat Sink; Internal Snubber
- Application Type: General
- Solid State Relay Type: Optically
- Mounting: PCBoard
from CARLO GAVAZZI Automation Components
CARLO GAVAZZI is proud to announce the launch of the newest addition to its RGC Series Solid State Contactor platform. These single-phase zero-crossing relays, featuring an integral heat sink, offer the best in the class current rating of up to 37AAC at 40 °C or 43AAC at 25 °C. With the... [See More]
- Features: Built-in Heat Sink
- Input Voltage (Control Signal) Type: DC
- Mounting: DIN
- Approvals: RoHS
from Opto 22
120 VAC, 3 Amp, DC Control Solid State Relay (SSR) [See More]
- Features: Built-in Heat Sink; Internal Snubber
- Application Type: General
- Solid State Relay Type: Optically
- Mounting: PCBoard
from CARLO GAVAZZI Automation Components
The RGC3. …48 Series, is a 48 AAC per phase rated device with a panel mount or thru-wall mount, natural convection heatsink. The RGC3 ….48 Series of 3-phase SSRs have been very successful due to their recognition as one of the most compact 3-phase solutions on the market. To keep the... [See More]
- Features: Built-in Heat Sink
- Input Voltage (Control Signal) Type: DC
- Mounting: DIN
- Approvals: RoHS
from Opto 22
120 VAC, 45 Amp, DC Control Solid State Relay (SSR) [See More]
- Features: Built-in Heat Sink; Internal Snubber
- Application Type: General
- Solid State Relay Type: Optically
- Mounting: PCBoard
from CARLO GAVAZZI Automation Components
This product is intended to replace mechanical contactors especially when switching is frequent. The smallest product width in the RGC2, RGC3 range is 54 mm (3xDIN) and goes up to 70 mm. 2-pole and 3-pole switching options are available. Apart from resistive and slightly inductive loads, the RGC is... [See More]
- Features: Built-in Heat Sink
- Application Type: General
- Solid State Relay Type: Transformer
- Mounting: DIN
from Opto 22
240 VAC, 10 Amp, DC Control Solid State Relay (SSR) [See More]
- Features: Built-in Heat Sink; Internal Snubber
- Application Type: General
- Solid State Relay Type: Optically
- Mounting: PCBoard
from CARLO GAVAZZI Automation Components
This series gives the possibility to control output power of 3- phase loads with an analog control input. The RGC2P is a 2- phase switching product whilst the RGC3P switches all 3 phases. Input types cover a wide range of current and voltage ranges. Local setting by an external potentiometer is also... [See More]
- Features: Built-in Heat Sink
- Application Type: General
- Solid State Relay Type: Transformer
- Mounting: DIN
from Opto 22
240 VAC, 25 Amp, DC Control Solid State Relay (SSR) [See More]
- Features: Built-in Heat Sink; Internal Snubber
- Application Type: General
- Solid State Relay Type: Optically
- Mounting: PCBoard
from Opto 22
240 VAC, 3 Amp, DC Control Solid State Relay (SSR) [See More]
- Features: Built-in Heat Sink; Internal Snubber
- Application Type: General
- Solid State Relay Type: Optically
- Mounting: PCBoard
from Opto 22
240 VAC, 45 Amp, DC Control Solid State Relay (SSR) [See More]
- Features: Built-in Heat Sink; Internal Snubber
- Application Type: General
- Solid State Relay Type: Optically
- Mounting: PCBoard
from Opto 22
240 VAC, 10 Amp, DC Control Solid State Relay (SSR), with LED Indicator [See More]
- Features: Built-in Heat Sink; Internal Snubber
- Application Type: General
- Solid State Relay Type: Optically
- Mounting: PCBoard
from Opto 22
240 VAC, 25 Amp, DC Control Solid State Relay (SSR) with LED Indicator [See More]
- Features: Built-in Heat Sink; Internal Snubber
- Application Type: General
- Solid State Relay Type: Optically
- Mounting: PCBoard
from Opto 22
240 VAC, 45 Amp, DC Control Solid State Relay (SSR) with LED Indicator [See More]
- Features: Built-in Heat Sink; Internal Snubber
- Application Type: General
- Solid State Relay Type: Optically
- Mounting: PCBoard
from Opto 22
380 VAC, 45 Amp, DC Control Solid State Relay (SSR) [See More]
- Features: Built-in Heat Sink; Internal Snubber
- Application Type: General
- Solid State Relay Type: Optically
- Mounting: PCBoard
from Opto 22
480 VAC, 10 Amp, DC Control Solid State Relay (SSR), Transient Proof [See More]
- Features: Built-in Heat Sink; Internal Snubber
- Application Type: General
- Solid State Relay Type: Optically
- Mounting: PCBoard
from Opto 22
480 VAC, 15 Amp, DC Control Solid State Relay (SSR), Transient Proof [See More]
- Features: Built-in Heat Sink; Internal Snubber
- Application Type: General
- Solid State Relay Type: Optically
- Mounting: PCBoard
from Opto 22
480 VAC, 25 Amp, DC Control Solid State Relay (SSR), Transient Proof [See More]
- Features: Built-in Heat Sink; Internal Snubber
- Application Type: General
- Solid State Relay Type: Optically
- Mounting: PCBoard
from Opto 22
480 VAC, 45 Amp, DC Control Solid State Relay (SSR), Transient Proof [See More]
- Features: Built-in Heat Sink; Internal Snubber
- Application Type: General
- Solid State Relay Type: Optically
- Mounting: PCBoard
from Opto 22
575 VAC, 15 Amp, DC Control Solid State Relay (SSR), Transient Proof [See More]
- Features: Built-in Heat Sink; Internal Snubber
- Application Type: General
- Solid State Relay Type: Optically
- Mounting: PCBoard
from Opto 22
575 VAC, 45 Amp, DC Control Solid State Relay (SSR), Transient Proof [See More]
- Features: Built-in Heat Sink; Internal Snubber
- Application Type: General
- Solid State Relay Type: Optically
- Mounting: PCBoard
from Opto 22
575 VAC, 45 Amp, DC Control Solid State Relay (SSR) with LED Indicator, Transient Proof [See More]
- Features: Built-in Heat Sink; Internal Snubber
- Application Type: General
- Solid State Relay Type: Optically
- Mounting: PCBoard
from Opto 22
MP Model, 200 VDC, 1 Amp, DC Control Solid State Relay (SSR). Works with PB4 and PB16 racks. [See More]
- Features: Built-in Heat Sink; Internal Snubber
- Application Type: General
- Solid State Relay Type: Optically
- Mounting: PCBoard