Innovative relay technology from ELESTA
Explore the universe of ELESTA: Since our foundation in 1997, we have not only been an innovator in the development and production of a wide range of relays with forcibly guided contacts, but also a specialist in the development of products for the sensor industry and electromechanics.
A highlight of our innovations are the double armature relays of the SID series. These relays can be used to achieve environmentally friendly and technical advantages when used in functional safety control systems, especially as they fulfil the IEC 61810-3 standard
What is a relay?
A relay is an electromechanical component that is widely used in electrical circuit technology. It acts as a switch that is controlled by electrical signals. A relay opens or closes an electrical circuit. The mode of operation is therefore based on the use of electromagnetic forces that enable the switching process.
Design and functional principle
A relay typically consists of a coil, a mechanical armature, contact springs and fixed contacts. The armature drives the contact springs.
When electric current flows through the coil, a magnetic field is generated. This attracts the armature. The mechanical connection with the contact spring ensures that the relay contacts close or open. This process safely separates control and load circuits so that small electrical signals can be used to control larger currents.
Relays can therefore be a crucial component in control systems for switching system components on and off.
Our ELESTA product portfolio
Discover the variety of our relay series at ELESTA:
Our relay series according to IEC 61810-3 with forcibly guided contacts vary in terms of contact configuration, switching current range, coil voltage, design and application areas. The product range includes relays for switching currents from 3 mA to 16 A. For higher loads, we recommend our SLR and SIR series.
The versatile SIP-6 series is particularly suitable for 3-phase applications and high coil voltages up to 220 VDC.
Compact systems such as the SID4 series, SISF, the SIS series or the extremely flat SIF series are suitable for robotics, medical technology and sensor technology, among others.
Application areas of our relay types
Our relays are used in a wide range of technical applications and industrial automation sectors, especially in switchgear where functional safety is required. Our relays can be found in medical technology, in lift and railway technology, as part of safety equipment, signalling systems and traffic engineering. They are also used to monitor control systems in the power supply sector.
Expert advice from ELESTA - relay solutions for every industry
ELESTA offers a selection of relays for various industrial sectors. The choice of the right product depends largely on your specific application.
Please do not hesitate to contact us by e-mail or telephone. Our experts will be happy to help you find the right relay for your needs.