Various relay protection overload
Overload relays are devices that protect electric motors from overloads and phase failure. But what is overload protection? An overload occurs when the motor consumes too much current. Aside from the bimetallic strip and contacts indicated in the working principle section, there are a few other components in an overload relay worth mentioning. Observe the symbol of thermal overload relay below: Terminals 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 are power terminals Terminals 95 and 96 are trip contacts Terminals 97 an.
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