Do i need a contactor relay timer

2cent

Well-Known Member

• Nov 8, 2020

• #1

Im not hid now they all sya hid...

Im using
4x 200watt led pannels
1x 420watt led pannel.

Need a 6 way timer... Do i need spend more to get contactor timer 100quid....or is led different?

 

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93OG

Well-Known Member

• Nov 8, 2020

• #2

You’re pulling less than 7 amps. Get a timer rated for 8 or more amps and you’ll be good.

 

2cent

Well-Known Member

• Nov 9, 2020

• #3

93OG said:

You’re pulling less than 7 amps. Get a timer rated for 8 or more amps and you’ll be good.

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Heya bro ty for reply
My hids are only 3.3amp each too but told i need contactor relays so i use them lol.

Wudnt that be the same rule on them then?
If so then i need a contactor

 

7CardBud

Well-Known Member

• Nov 9, 2020

• #4

Contactors are usually used in higher current and higher cycling conditions. Are contactors superior?...absolutely. Are they needed?....probably not.

 

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Star Dog

Well-Known Member

• Nov 9, 2020

• #5

A good timer works with a relay, basically its a electrical switch that can handle high loads.
The other type works when two points connect and let current through, at the point of contact the flash/arc can reach 5,000c and weld the two together or burn it out.

A regular digital timer works with a relay and can handle up to 13 amps.

 

2cent

Well-Known Member

• Nov 9, 2020

• #6

Got a 23amp relay future proof me self. Electritian made 8 way