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Electrical Component Parameter Reference

An open technical reference for electrical component types, their applications, and selection parameters.

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Device description

Solid State Relay

Electronic switching device without mechanical power contacts, using a semiconductor output stage to control an electrical load.

A solid-state relay uses a semiconductor switching element instead of a mechanical contact system.

Depending on the version, the output stage may use a thyristor, triac, MOSFET, IGBT, or another semiconductor technology and may be intended for AC, DC, or another declared current type.

Switching may occur immediately after the control command or synchronously with an AC voltage zero crossing.

The input circuit is characterized by the permissible control-current range, input impedance, and guaranteed turn-on and turn-off levels. Important output-circuit parameters include minimum load current, off-state leakage current, on-state voltage drop, and on-state resistance.

Surge withstand is characterized by repetitive and non-repetitive peak voltage, permissible surge current, its duration, and Joule integral I²t.

Dynamic characteristics of the semiconductor output may include permissible voltage dv/dt and current di/dt, turn-on time, turn-off time, and maximum switching frequency. For zero-cross AC versions, the maximum instantaneous voltage at which conduction begins may be specified separately.

Thermal conditions are a critical part of SSR selection. Junction-to-case and case-to-heatsink thermal resistance, maximum semiconductor junction temperature, and heatsink requirements are considered. The manufacturer may require an external heatsink and thermal paste or pad.

Some versions include an integrated snubber network, overvoltage protection, or overtemperature protection.

Selection criteria include load type and current, AC or DC version, inrush currents, thermal conditions, cooling method, switching technology, and control-input characteristics.

Components in this subcategory

This subcategory includes AC and DC solid-state relays using different output technologies, including zero-cross versions and externally cooled designs.

Available parameters

Solid State Relay

142 parameters
General6
Product Series

Commercial or technical designation of a manufacturer's product family sharing a common design and compatible characteristics.

Application

Range of tasks and systems for which the manufacturer recommends the component.

Intended Use

Primary function of the device and its intended use as defined by its design and the manufacturer's documentation.

Installation Location

Permissible installation location of the product: indoors, outdoors, in a technical area, or as part of equipment.

Installation Environment

Environmental conditions under which installation and operation of the product are permitted.

Orientation

Permissible spatial orientation of the component during installation and operation.

Dimensions3
Widthmm

External horizontal dimension of the product between its outermost lateral points.

Heightmm

External vertical dimension of the product from its lowest to its highest point.

Depthmm

External distance between the foremost and rearmost surfaces of the product.

Capacity and Layout3
Pole Configuration

Actual electrical pole configuration of the product, including the number and function of switched poles.

Relay Output Count

Number of independent relay outputs or sets of switching contacts provided by the product.

Relay Output Contact Configuration

Contact configurations provided for the product relay outputs.

Materials and Finish2
Material

Primary material from which the product is manufactured.

Material Grade

Grade, alloy, class, or technical designation of the product's primary material.

Mounting and Installation7
DIN Rail Type

Profile type of the DIN rail installed in the product or specified for compatible mounting.

Mounting Type

Installation arrangement permitted by the product design, such as wall-mounted, flush-mounted, floor-mounted, or another specified mounting type.

Mounting Method

Method used to mechanically secure the product to a support, surface, or load-bearing structure.

DIN Rail Mounting Supported

Indicates whether the design provides for mounting equipment on a DIN rail.

Direct Device Mounting Supported

Indicates whether equipment may be mounted directly to the mounting surface without an intermediate DIN rail.

Heatsink Required

Indicates that an external heatsink is required to achieve the specified continuous-current or thermal rating.

Thermal Interface Material Required

Indicates that thermal paste, thermal pad or equivalent interface material is required between the product and heatsink.

Electrical Parameters51
Rated Operational VoltageV

Operating-circuit voltage with reference to which the product's performance characteristics are specified.

Maximum Operating VoltageV

Maximum voltage at which continuous operation of the product is permitted under the conditions declared by the manufacturer.

Minimum Operating VoltageV

Minimum voltage at which the manufacturer guarantees the intended operating mode of the product.

Rated FrequencyHz

AC frequency assigned to the product for normal operating conditions.

Minimum FrequencyHz

Lower limit of the electrical network or signal frequency at which product operation is permitted.

Maximum FrequencyHz

Upper limit of the electrical network or signal frequency at which product operation is permitted.

Control VoltageV

Voltage applied to the control circuit to perform the product's intended functions.

Control Voltage Type

Type of current used in the product's control circuit.

Rated CurrentA

Current assigned to the product by the manufacturer for the declared operating and thermal conditions.

Conductor Connection Type

Conductor connection methods supported by the specified terminals or connection elements.

Terminal Tightening TorqueNm

Tightening torque specified by the manufacturer for a screw or bolted terminal connection.

Rated Insulation VoltageV

Voltage with reference to which the product's insulation clearances and dielectric properties are specified.

Rated Impulse Withstand VoltagekV

Peak value of an impulse voltage of specified waveform that the product insulation must withstand without breakdown.

Dielectric Test VoltageV

Test voltage applied to verify the dielectric strength of the product insulation.

Minimum Insulation ResistanceMΩ

Minimum permissible insulation resistance between the specified electrically separated parts.

Overvoltage Category

Category characterizing the expected level of impulse overvoltages at the product's point of use.

Pollution Degree

Degree of pollution of the surrounding microenvironment considered when selecting insulation distances and product characteristics.

Insulation Type

Type of electrical insulation used, considered in terms of its protective function and construction.

Electrical Protection Class

Class of protection against electric shock determined by the product design and protective connection method.

Power Dissipation at Rated CurrentW

Thermal power loss of the product or current-carrying system at rated current.

Utilization Category

Manufacturer-declared utilization category defining the load characteristics and switching conditions according to the applicable standard.

Voltage Drop at Rated CurrentV

Manufacturer-declared voltage drop across the product, connection path or current-carrying element at rated current under the specified reference conditions.

Minimum Conductor Cross-Sectionmm²

Minimum conductor cross-section permitted by the connection system within its general conductor-size range.

Maximum Conductor Cross-Sectionmm²

Maximum conductor cross-section permitted by the connection system within its general conductor-size range.

Minimum Control VoltageV

Minimum control-circuit supply voltage supported by the product or electronic coil.

Maximum Control VoltageV

Maximum control-circuit supply voltage supported by the product or electronic coil.

Input-to-Output Galvanic Isolation

Indicates that galvanic isolation is provided between the relevant electrical input and output circuits of the product.

Solid-State Output Technology

Primary semiconductor switching technology used in the solid-state output stage.

Solid-State Switching Mode

Method or timing used by the semiconductor output stage to initiate conduction relative to the load waveform or control command.

Solid-State Output Current Type

Type of load current that can be switched by the solid-state output.

Minimum Solid-State Input CurrentA

Minimum control-input current within the manufacturer-declared operating input range.

Maximum Solid-State Input CurrentA

Maximum control-input current within the manufacturer-declared operating input range.

Solid-State Input ImpedanceΩ

Manufacturer-declared electrical input impedance of the solid-state relay control circuit.

Solid-State Must-Operate VoltageV

Control-input voltage at or above which the manufacturer guarantees operation of the solid-state relay.

Solid-State Must-Release VoltageV

Control-input voltage at or below which the manufacturer guarantees release or turn-off of the solid-state relay.

Minimum Load CurrentA

Minimum load current required for correct switching or conduction under the manufacturer-declared conditions.

Off-State Leakage CurrentA

Maximum current flowing through the output circuit while the semiconductor switch is commanded OFF.

Maximum On-State Voltage DropV

Maximum manufacturer-declared voltage drop across the semiconductor output while conducting.

On-State ResistanceΩ

Manufacturer-declared effective or static resistance of the semiconductor output in the conducting state where applicable.

Minimum Load Power Factor

Minimum load power factor for which the manufacturer declares the specified switching performance.

Repetitive Peak Off-State VoltageV

Maximum repetitive peak voltage that the semiconductor output can withstand in the OFF state.

Non-Repetitive Peak Off-State VoltageV

Maximum non-repetitive transient peak voltage permitted across the semiconductor output in the OFF state.

Maximum Non-Repetitive Surge CurrentA

Maximum non-repetitive short-duration surge current that the semiconductor output can withstand.

Surge Current Durationms

Pulse or half-cycle duration associated with the declared non-repetitive surge-current rating.

Surge Current I²tA²s

Manufacturer-declared I²t withstand capability associated with the semiconductor output surge-current rating.

Critical Off-State dv/dtV/µs

Maximum rate of rise of off-state voltage that the semiconductor output can withstand without unintended turn-on.

Critical On-State di/dtA/µs

Maximum manufacturer-declared rate of rise of current permitted during semiconductor turn-on.

Solid-State Turn-On Timems

Manufacturer-declared delay from application of a valid control signal until the solid-state output turns on.

Solid-State Turn-Off Timems

Manufacturer-declared delay from removal of the control signal until the solid-state output turns off.

Maximum Switching FrequencyHz

Maximum manufacturer-declared repetition frequency of controlled switching operations.

Maximum Zero-Cross Turn-On VoltageV

Maximum instantaneous load voltage at which a zero-cross switching output initiates conduction.

Protection and Safety13
Halogen-Free

Indicates whether the product material is classified as halogen-free according to the characteristics declared by the manufacturer.

IP Rating

Degree of enclosure protection against access to hazardous parts and ingress of solid objects and water, designated by the IP code.

IK Rating

Class of enclosure resistance to external mechanical impacts designated by the IK code.

Protection Against Direct Contact

Method or level of protection of the user against direct contact with hazardous live parts.

Finger-Safe

Indicates whether the design prevents finger access to hazardous live parts in the intended condition.

Touch-Safe

Indicates whether the design provides protection against accidental contact with hazardous live parts.

Flammability Class

Classification of a material according to its ability to ignite, sustain combustion, and cease burning under a specified test.

Glow-Wire Test Temperature°C

Temperature of the heated wire used when testing the material or product against an ignition source.

Safe Isolation Present

Indicates that the manufacturer declares safe electrical separation between the relevant input and output circuits.

Integrated Snubber Network

Indicates that an RC or equivalent suppression network is integrated across the semiconductor output.

Integrated Overvoltage Protection

Indicates that the product incorporates internal protection against an excessive voltage condition in the relevant electrical circuit.

Integrated Overtemperature Protection

Indicates that the product incorporates protection against excessive internal, component or monitored temperature.

Integrated Short-Circuit Protection

Indicates whether the product or corresponding electrical circuit has integrated short-circuit protection.

Environmental Conditions23
Minimum Operating Temperature°C

Minimum ambient temperature at which normal operation of the product is permitted.

Maximum Operating Temperature°C

Maximum ambient temperature at which normal operation of the product is permitted.

Maximum 24-Hour Average Temperature°C

Maximum permissible average ambient temperature over a consecutive 24-hour period.

Minimum Storage Temperature°C

Minimum ambient temperature permitted during storage of the product while not in operation.

Maximum Storage Temperature°C

Maximum ambient temperature permitted during storage of the product while not in operation.

Minimum Transport Temperature°C

Minimum ambient temperature permitted during transportation of the product.

Maximum Transport Temperature°C

Maximum ambient temperature permitted during transportation of the product.

Temperature Derating Required

Indicates whether permissible electrical or thermal loading must be reduced as temperature changes.

Temperature Derating Start°C

Temperature above which the permissible product load must be reduced.

Temperature Derating Curve Available

Indicates whether the manufacturer has published the relationship between permissible product load and temperature.

Minimum Relative Humidity%

Minimum relative air humidity permitted for the declared operating or test condition.

Maximum Relative Humidity%

Maximum relative air humidity permitted for the declared operating or test condition.

Non-Condensing Humidity

Indicates whether the permissible humidity value applies only to non-condensing conditions.

Maximum Installation Altitudem

Maximum altitude above sea level at which the product may be installed without exceeding the declared conditions.

Altitude Derating Required

Indicates whether the permissible product load must be reduced as installation altitude increases.

Altitude Derating Startm

Altitude above sea level above which the permissible product load must be reduced.

Vibration Resistant

Indicates whether the product's resistance to vibration has been verified under the declared conditions.

Mechanical Shock Resistant

Indicates whether the product's resistance to short-duration mechanical shocks has been verified.

Junction-to-Case Thermal ResistanceK/W

Thermal resistance from the semiconductor junction to the device case.

Case-to-Heatsink Thermal ResistanceK/W

Thermal resistance from the solid-state relay case to the heatsink under the manufacturer-declared mounting conditions.

Maximum Junction Temperature°C

Maximum permitted semiconductor junction temperature.

Maximum Heatsink Temperature°C

Maximum heatsink temperature permitted for the manufacturer-declared operating condition.

Maximum Recommended Heatsink Thermal ResistanceK/W

Maximum heatsink thermal resistance recommended to meet the specified load-current and ambient-temperature conditions.

Included Equipment1
Documentation Included

Indicates whether documentation is included in the product's standard supply.

Special Features2
Status Indicator Present

Indicates whether the product has a local visual or mechanical indicator of operating, fault, or end-of-life status.

Status Indicator Types

Types of local visual or mechanical status indication provided by the product design.

Standards and Compliance21
Conformity Regions

Regions or markets for which the manufacturer declares regulatory or certification compliance of the product.

Certification and Conformity Marks

Certification, market-approval, or conformity marks applicable to the product.

Primary Product Standard

Primary normative document or standard according to which the manufacturer classifies or assesses the product.

Additional Standards

Additional normative documents and standards declared by the manufacturer as applicable to the product.

Declaration of Conformity Available

Indicates whether an official declaration of conformity is available for the product.

Certificate Available

Indicates whether a certificate relating to the declared certification or conformity of the product is available.

Certificate Number

Identification number of the certificate relating to the product or its certified version.

Certification Body

Name of the organization that issued the certificate or performed the relevant conformity assessment.

Third-Party Tested

Indicates whether the product was tested by an organization independent of the manufacturer.

CE Marked

Indicates whether the CE marking is applied to the product where applicable.

UKCA Marked

Indicates whether the UKCA marking is applied to the product where applicable.

EAC Marked

Indicates whether the EAC marking is applied to the product where applicable.

UL Listed

Indicates whether the product has a declared UL Listed certification or recognition status.

UL Recognized

Indicates whether the product has a declared UL Recognized certification or recognition status.

cULus Marked

Indicates whether the cULus mark is applied to the product where applicable.

CSA Certified

Indicates whether the product has a declared CSA certification or recognition status.

TÜV Certified

Indicates whether the product has a declared TÜV certification or recognition status.

VDE Certified

Indicates whether the product has a declared VDE certification or recognition status.

RoHS Compliant

Indicates whether product compliance with applicable RoHS restrictions on hazardous substances has been declared.

REACH Compliant

Indicates whether the manufacturer declares compliance of the product with applicable REACH Regulation requirements.

WEEE Applicable

Indicates whether the product falls within the scope of WEEE requirements for waste electrical and electronic equipment.

Logistics10
Net Weightkg

Mass of the product itself, excluding transport packaging, additional accessories, and external equipment.

Gross Weightkg

Mass of the product together with its individual packaging and the accessories included in it.

Package Widthmm

External horizontal dimension of the product's individual package.

Package Heightmm

External vertical dimension of the product's individual package.

Package Depthmm

External depth dimension of the product's individual package.

Packaging Type

Design type of the product's individual or transport packaging.

Units per Package

Number of individual products contained in one packaging unit at the specified level.

Country of Origin

Country of origin of the goods declared for customs or commercial purposes.

HS Code

Commodity code under the international Harmonized Commodity Description and Coding System.

Combined Nomenclature Code

Commodity code under the Combined Nomenclature of the European Union.