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  1. akrus

    Hipot versus Isulation Resistance Test

    I have been reading a lot about the distinctions between Dielectric Withstand (Hipot) and Insulation Resistance testing. There is a lot of conflicting information out there about the merits of each, especially if you read a response from a manufacturer of particular test equipment. I...
  2. akrus

    Relay outputs and inductive loads

    I have an application where among other things I need to control some solenoids and motors from a PLC. One of the project requirements is that I must keep leakage current as low as possible and therefore I must use relay outputs instead of solid state. The datasheet for the module says that...
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    Contactor for compressor: IEC or definite purpose?

    Hello I need to select contactors for some 220V single-phase compressors. I have experience with three-phase motor control but I’m not familiar with typical practices in single-phase applications. I’m trying to decide between using an IEC contactor or a definite purpose contactor. I haven’t...

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