Primary Contents

• What is the soft-start function?
• What is the difference between phototriac and photocoupler isolation for the G3NA Solid-state Relay?
• Does the input current change for Solid-state Relays with a wide rated input voltage?
• Why is a switching time lag necessary for the forward and reverse operation of a three-phase motor?
• What is counter-electromotive force (surge)?
• We think a Solid-state Relay (SSR) is faulty. Can a voltage tester be used to check an SSR to see if current is flowing?
• What kind of applications can Power MOS FET Relays be used for?
• What should be done about surge-absorbing circuits for AC-load Solid-state Relays?
• What is bleeder resistance?
• Why do Solid-state Relay load Relays sometimes hum?
• What is the zero cross function?
• What is a snubber circuit?
• Can Solid-state Relays for DC loads be connected to a negative power supply?
• Can a DC load be used with Solid-state Relays for AC loads?
• The Solid-state Relay (SSR) is too hot to touch. Does it have any trouble?
• Why is the minimum load current for most Solid-state Relays specified at 0.1 A?
• Is it possible to connect Solid-state Relays in parallel?
• What is the relationship between the leakage current and the load voltage?
• What are the characteristics of a triac and thyristor?
• What should be done for a surge-absorbing circuit for DC-load Solid-state Relays?
• What are the main causes and solutions of the Solid-state Relays (SSR)'s failures?
• Are Solid-state Relays unable to switch microloads?
• What is the difference between triacs and thyristors?
• The Solid-state Relay does not turn OFF. What is causing this and what can be done about it?
• Is it possible to connect Solid-state Relays (SSRs) in series?
• How are the internal Solid-state Relays circuits configured?
• What is the difference between Solid-state Relays and Contact Relays?
• Are there Solid-state Relays available with NC contacts?
• Should the load be connected to the LOAD or to the INPUT terminal?
• What is the equation for calculating the heat radiated by Solid-state Relays?
• The current is unstable when the power supply is switched using an Solid-state Relay. Why is this?
• What is the difference between the input rated voltage and operating voltage for Solid-state Relays?
• What is the difference between an Solid-state Relay and a power MOS FET?
• What is the recommended replacement product for G3N Solid-state Relays?
• Solid-state Relays Output Short-circuit Malfunction 1: Why do the Solid-state Relays output always use half-wave operation?
• Solid-state Relays Output Short-circuit Malfunction 2: What cause an Solid-state Relays output to short-circuit?
• Solid-state Relays Output Open Circuit Malfunction: Why doesn’t the Solid-state Relays output turn ON?
• Solid-state Relays Breakdown Prevention: High Density or Gang Mounting. What is the relationship between the load current and the ambient temperature rating when using high-density or gang mounting?