Time Delay Relay

Explained
 Objectives for
learning
Learn the basics of the timer delay relay and
timer switches to understand the main
types, how they work and where we use
them.
 TIMING RELAYS
A sort of device that uses an
electromagnet to regulate the flow of
electricity in a circuit.

Traditionally, they were only available only

as single- function, single time range
devices. But now, most have advanced
function and advanced time range

Can be found in variety of applications,

like plug-in devices, and circuit boards.
 What is a time
delay relay?
Time delay relays are simply control
relays with a time delay function built
in. They control an event, by
energizing the secondary circuit, after
a certain amount of time or for a
certain amount of time, some can
even do both.
Where are Timing
Relays Used

Timing Relays are used extensively in industrial applications, HVAC systems

and building services to provide time-delayed switching. For example to start
a motor, control an electrical load, or simply automate an action.
WHAT IS RELAY? TYPES OF
RELAY

RELAY
SUPPRESSOR DIODES
MAIN PARTS
(FLYWHEEL DIODES)
OF A RELAY
 WHAT IS RELAY?
• It is an electrically operated
switch.
• Traditionally, relays use an
electromagnet to mechanically
operate the switch.
• Newer versions, use
electronics such as solid-state
relays.
MAIN PARTS
OF A RELAY
Main Parts
 PRIMARY CIRCUIT
• It provides the control signal to
operate the relay.
• This could be controlled by a
manual switch, thermostat, or
some other type of sensor.
• It is generally connected to a
low voltage DC supplier.
 SECONDARY CIRCUIT
• It is connected to the load
which is being controlled.
• A load is any device that
will consume electricity
such as a fan, pump,
compressor or even a light
bulb.
TYPES OF
RELAY
 NORMALLY OPEN
• The load of the secondary
side is off until the circuit is
complete on the primary.
• We could use this for
example to control a fan by
using a bimetallic strip as a
switch on the primary side.
Normally Open
Normally Open
 NORMALLY CLOSED
• The load on the secondary circuit
is normally on.
• When the current is passed
through the primary circuit the
electromagnetic field causes the
armature to push away which
disconnects the contactor and
breaks the circuit. Also, this cuts
the supply of electricity to the load.
Normally Closed
Normally Closed
 SOLID-STATE RELAY
• It is similar in principle to
electromechanical relays, but
has no moving parts.
• It uses electrical and optical
properties of semiconductors
to perform its input and output
isolation as well as switching
functions.
SOLID STATE RELAYS
• It has no moving parts
• Uses electrical and optical
properties of semi conductors

LED
SOLID STATE RELAYS

LED

LED
 LATCHING RELAY
• It is a relay that is picked up
under the influence of a single
current pulse in the winding
and maintains this state when
the pulse stops affecting it, that
is when it is locked. Concluding
that it functions as a storage
system.
Latching Relay
 DOUBLE OR SINGLE
POLE
• Relays can have single or double
poles.
• The term pole refers to the
number of contacts switched
when the relay is energized. This
allows more than one secondary
circuit to be energized from a
single primary circuit.
Double Pole
 DOUBLE OR SINGLE
THROW RELAY
• The term throws refers to the
number of contacts or connection
points.
• A double throw relay combines a
normally open and a normally closed
circuit. This is also called a
changeover relay as it alternates, or
changes, between two secondary
circuits.
 DOUBLE POLE, DOUBLE
THROW RELAY

• It is used to control
two states on two
separate circuits.
Double Pole Double
Throw
Double Pole Double
Throw
SUPPRESSOR
DIODES • It is use to prevent
or supress high
(FLYWHEEL voltage spikes that
DIODES) can damage the
circuits. Since it only
allows tha current to
flow in one direction.
Suppressor Diodes
(Flywheel Diodes)
Suppressor Diodes
(Flywheel Diodes)
WHAT IS TIME DELAY TYPES OF TIME
RELAY? DELAY RELAY

DELAY
TIME DELAY TIME DELAY ON
OFF CIRCUIT CIRCUIT
TIME DELAY RELAY
• Simply control relays with a time delay
built in.
• Their purpose is to control an event
based on time.
 TYPES OF
TIME DELAY
RELAY
 DELAY OFF
• Type of time delay relay that opens or closes
the circuit as soon as power is removed.
• OFF-delay timers are often referred to as
“delay on break” timers.
 How can we delay the
led from turning off?

• When the switch is closed; the LED

illuminates instantly. When the
switch is opened, the LED instantly
turn off.

• When the switch is opened, the LED

remains on for a short duration.
TRANSISTOR
(Will act as a switch)
 DELAY ON
• Type of relay that has a built-in time delay
function.
• This means the relay will not immediately activate
when it is energized but will wait for a set amount
of time before doing so.
 Diodes only allow current to flow in one direction and block the current
flowing in the opposite way. However, if the Zener diode is provided a certain
reverse voltage, it will open and allow current to flow in the opposite
direction-known as a breakdown voltage.
 APPLICATIONS TIME DELAY
• Industrial
RELAYS
• HVACR
• Building
Services
• To Start Motors
• Control Loads
• Automate