[Collins] 32V Series Relay Info Wanted

[B Riches]

Hi Bob,

If the contact pairs are wired in series for arc suppression it does not =
matter that all the pairs do not close at the same time.  The idea is =
that when the relay opens there is a greater total air gap.  With the =
larger air gap the arc cannot continue and cook the contacts.

73,

Bill Riches, WA2DVU
Cape May, NJ
  . It has been suggested that=20
  this arrangement would be for arc suppression.=20
  My question of this is that the contacts would have to hit at the same =
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  or wouldn't you have a single set making anyway? Many of these stock =
relays=20
  have to be pretty worn to the point that they wouldn't be moving at =
the same time=20
  anymore.

  Can anyone shed some light on this?

  Thank you,

  Bob AB3L


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