Description Instead of using coil, packaged solid-state relays(SSR) use power semiconductor devices such as thyristors and transistors, which provide a much faster switching speed than the mechanical relays. The Grove - 2-Channel Solid State Relay is based on the high-quality G3MC202P module, which allows you to use a 5VDC to control MAX. 240VAC. This module has two channels, you can control them separately. With the help of Grove interface, it becomes very convenient to use the SSR with your arduino. According to different application scenarios, we have prepared a series of solid state relays for you： Grove - Solid State Relay V2 Grove - 2-Channel Solid State Relay Grove - 4-Channel Solid State Relay Grove - 8-Channel Solid State Relay Features Advantages over mechanical relays: 1-Solid-state relays have much faster switching speeds compared with electromechanical relays, and have no physical contacts to wear out. 2-Totally silent operation. 3-No physical contacts means no sparking, allows it to be used in explosive environments, where it is critical that no spark is generated during switching. 4-Increased lifetime, even if it is activated many times, as there are no moving parts to wear and no contacts to pit or build up carbon. 5-Compact, thin-profile SSR of monoblock construction with an all-in-one lead frame incorporates a PCB, terminals and heat sink, which is much smaller than mechanical relays, and can integrate more channels. Disadvantages: 1-When closed, higher resistance (generating heat), and increased electrical noise. 2-When open, lower resistance, and reverse leakage current. 3-Only works for AC laod. Typical Applications Operations that require low-latency switching, e.g. stage light control. Devices that require high stability, e.g. medical devices, traffic signals. Situations that require explosion-proof, anticorrosion, moisture-proof, e.g. coal, chemical industries. Pin Map Technical Details Dimensions 40mm x 40mm x 25mm Weight G.W 138g Battery Exclude Operating Input Voltage 4~6V Rated Input Voltage 5V Load Voltage Range 75 to 264 VAC 50/60 Hz Rated Load Voltage 100 to 240 VAC 50/60 Hz Load Current 0.1 to 2 A Leakage Current 1.5 mA max. (at 200 VAC) Insulation Resistance 1,000 MΩ min. (at 500 VDC) Operating Temperature -30°C to 80°C (with no icing or condensation) Operating Humidity 45% to 85%RH Part List Grove - 2-Channel Solid State Relay 1 Grove Cable 1 A set of Acrylic Shell 1 ECCN/HTS ECCN EAR99
