What Is The "Maximum Switching Current"?

Modified on Sun, 11 May, 2025 at 10:23 PM

It's the maximum current that can be switched by the contacts. Relays cannot be used if this value is exceeded.

Example of the Switching Section (Contacts) Specifications

Load Resistance load Inductive load
(cos Φ = 0.4, L/R = 7 ms)
Rated load 220 VAC 5 A
24 VDC 5 A
220 VAC 2 A
24 VDC 2 A
Rated carry current 5 A
Maximum switching voltage 250 VAC, 125 VDC
Maximum switching current 5 A
Contact form DPDT
Contact structure Single
Contact material Ag

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