Preface
After long-term use, most AC relays in daily life may experience relay failures and short circuits. This may lead to damage to mechanical equipment. If people can detect whether the AC relay is damaged in a timely manner and replace and repair it promptly. We can avoid these problems. Below I will provide a detailed explanation: What are the symptoms of a damaged AC relay
Appearance inspection of aC relay
Check the casing and pins: Inspect the relay casing for any signs of damage, deformation, or burning. Check if the pins of the relay are loose, oxidized, or broken. Loose or oxidized pins may cause poor contact and affect the normal operation of the relay.
Measurement with a multimeter
Using a multimeter to measure, the condition of AC relay can be determined in a very short period of time. The following are the detailed steps:
1. Take out the AC relay from the circuit;
2. Rotate the multimeter to the resistance measuring gear;
3. Clamp the two relay coil terminals of the AC relay, without clamping the switch contacts or the auxiliary contact;
At this moment, the value of the resistance will appear on the multimeter. If the value of resistance is nearly zero, then it reflects that the relay is good; if the value of resistance is infinite, then the relay is gone bad.
Determine by the sound of ac relay
In normal working condition, the sound of "click" is distinct in a communication relay. AC relay can be directly connected with a socket. Please insert the plug into it after connection. If you cannot hear any "click" sound after insertion, that means this relay is faulty.
Common manifestations of ac relay failure
1. The load cannot work normally ;
2. The relay cannot be connected;
3. There is no "click" sound in the process of relay work.
Precautions for Testing AC Relays
During the measurement process, please ensure that the AC circuit is disconnected in advance to avoid causing harm to yourself;
When using a test pen, consider safety and avoid electric shock;
Before measurement, it is necessary to master the model and parameters of the AC relay to determine the testing method and scope.
In other words, appropriate methods and precautions will accurately determine the quality of AC relays. If any malfunction is found in the relay, it must be replaced or repaired in a timely manner.
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