New generation of general-purpose relays

Paul Boughton
Tyco Electronics is introducing a new RZ series of general-purpose relays, developed from the company's classic RT relay. Suitable for modern applications such as household appliances, building automation, heating, timers, industrial controllers and point-of-sale automation, the next-generation RZ series relays offer one pole with 12A or 16A current rating and one CO or one NO contact. The devices benefit from an innovative new design with a rated voltage of 250V AC, 400mW coil power and reinforced insulation.

Standard RZ series relays feature an ambient temperature of 85 degrees C, with the Hot version being designed for a maximum ambient temperature of 105 degrees C. The devices are all VDE and UL approved, fully RoHS compliant and meet appliance industry requirements of IEC 60335-1.

RZ series general-purpose relays are being manufactured at Tyco Electronics' fully automated manufacturing line in Waidhofen, Austria. This ensures short lead times for Tyco Electronics' European customers.

For more information, visit www.tycoelectronics.com