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Which instrument transformer mostly used in relays?

Both Current and Potential Transformers are used for relays according to the working of relay.


How can the path of current be controlled in different circuits?

Transistors and/or relays.


Can alternating current be switched using normally open switch relays?

Yes. In fact, induction motor 'starters' work using normally-open relays, controlled by low-current control circuits -although we call these heavy-duty relays 'contactors'.


What are time delay relay characteristics?

Time delay protective relays used in the power industry can be time over current or voltage, or definite time over / under voltage / over current.Definite time type relays use an over / under voltage / current element that picks up when voltage / current reach a specified level. When this picks up, a timer is started. If current / voltage stays above / below the pickup value for long enough to allow the timer to expire, the relay trip contacts are closed.Time over current elements use an inverse time - current curve to define speed of operation, so the more current is present, the faster the relay will operate.


How are substations protected?

Almost all of the equipment inside of a substation is used for the purpose of protection. The circuit breakers and power transformers in the substation are equipped with current transformers (CTs) that step down the current passing through the equipment to a level that can be read by protective relays. These protective relays can cause the breakers to trip upon many different events including under/overvoltage, current spikes, frequency issues, transformer/bus differential, etc. The breakers in a substation are placed strategically so that different pieces of equipment or sections of a circuit can be isolated without loss of service to the customer.

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What are current relays?

Current relays are the relay which sens the current passing in particular circuit and operates when this current exceed its set value.


Can we drive relays by current transformers?

Yes, certain types of relays can be activated by current transformers.


Why relays are used in car?

Relays are used to control high current using low current. They help eliminate a lot of unnecessary wiring.


Where is the relay box on a 2010 Chrysler Sebring?

All fuses and relays are under the hood, next to the battery.All fuses and relays are under the hood, next to the battery.


Why current transformers are required in protective relaying scheme?

Current transformers (CTs) are used to monitor the current (or lack of) in high-voltage systems, and their secondary outputs controls the behaviour of protection-system relays. The CTs (1) reduce the current to values that match the current ratings of the protective relays, and (2) electrically-isolate the relays from the high-voltage system.


What does AC stands for on relays and fuses?

Alternating Current as opposed to DC Direct Current


Where to look for relays for horn on 1999 Chevy Malibu?

relays are in under hood fuse box.


Which instrument transformer mostly used in relays?

Both Current and Potential Transformers are used for relays according to the working of relay.


How can the path of current be controlled in different circuits?

Transistors and/or relays.


Where are the relays in a Mazda Miata?

under the hood


Can alternating current be switched using normally open switch relays?

Yes. In fact, induction motor 'starters' work using normally-open relays, controlled by low-current control circuits -although we call these heavy-duty relays 'contactors'.


Where is the relays in 92 Camaro rs?

which relays,i have a Z28 there are alot of them. mostly located under hood, relay for what?