RS-232 2-Channel DPDT Relay Controller

RS-232 Serial Relay Controller

Our RS-232 Relay Boards are fully E3C complaint, allowing up to 256 NCD devices to share a single RS-232 serial port.  Mix and match up to 256 devices in any combination.  Speak to each device individually or all devices at once.  To control the this Relay Controller,  simply connect a data and ground wire between the Relay Controller and computer or microcontroller. Provide +12 Volts DC to the board, and send ASCII character codes to control the relays.  Even a no-frills design deserves a high-quality driver stage, and that’s exactly what we put on our Serial Relay Controllers.  Fast-reacting flyback diodes help shunt dangerous voltages away from the driver circuit.

Features include no-click startup, LED status lights, and E3C compliance.  Relays can be controlled at 9600 baud and the board is compatible with ANY computer or microcontroller capable of delivering RS-232 data.

1-Amp DPDT Signal Relay Option

This controller offers an optional 1-Amp small signal relay, allowing control of low-power telecommunications signals up to 12VDC at 1 Amp. Ideal for audio, telecommunications, and very low power switching applications. This relay has a low On resistance. The 1-Amp signal relay is of the DPDT variety, which is the same as two SPDT relays that switch simultaneously, but remain isolated from each other. This relay has 6 total user connections, two of each of the following: Common (C), Normally Open (NO), and Normally Closed (NC). Common is connected to NC when the relay is off. Common disconnects from NC and connects to NO when the relay is activated. All connections are made via screw terminals, capable of accepting up to 16 AWG wire.

3-Amp DPDT Signal Relay Option

This controller offers an optional 3-Amp small signal relay, allowing control of low-power telecommunications signals up to 12VDC at 3 Amps. Ideal for audio, telecommunications, and very low power switching applications. This relay has a low On resistance. The 3-Amp signal relay is of the DPDT variety, which is the same as two SPDT relays that switch simultaneously, but remain isolated from each other. This relay has 6 total user connections, two of each of the following: Common (C), Normally Open (NO), and Normally Closed (NC). Common is connected to NC when the relay is off. Common disconnects from NC and connects to NO when the relay is activated. All connections are made via screw terminals, capable of accepting up to 14 AWG wire.

5-Amp DPDT Signal Relay Option

This controller offers an optional 5-Amp signal relay, allowing control of  signals up to 12VDC at 5 Amps. Ideal for audio, telecommunications, and light-duty power switching applications. This relay has a low On resistance. The 5-Amp signal relay is of the DPDT variety, which is the same as two SPDT relays that switch simultaneously, but remain isolated from each other. This relay has 6 total user connections, two of each of the following: Common (C), Normally Open (NO), and Normally Closed (NC). Common is connected to NC when the relay is off. Common disconnects from NC and connects to NO when the relay is activated. All connections are made via screw terminals, capable of accepting up to 14 AWG wire.

Features

• 9600 Baud Operation
• Relay Status LEDs
• Convenient Terminal Blocks for easy electronic connections
• E3C Compliant
• Programmable E3C Device Number
• High-Quality Sealed Relays
• TTL RS-232 Inputs
• +12 Volt Operation, 2-Wire RS-232
• Overkill Transistor Drivers
• No-Click Power-up
• 2-Way Communication Capable