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Switches for 2000W Element

Discussion in 'Electric Brewing' started by bmick, Oct 22, 2012.

 

  1. #1
    bmick

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    Posted Oct 22, 2012
  2. #2
    OMJ

    Well-Known Member

    Posted Oct 22, 2012
    To use those switches you would need some sort of contactor or relay.
     
  3. #3
    bmick

    Well-Known Member

    Posted Oct 23, 2012
    Ok...what if I were to use them to control the PID that controls the element? I think the amperage on that would be low enough. Also I'd like to use them to control a march pump, which should only be 1.5A, correct?
     
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    OMJ

    Well-Known Member

    Posted Oct 23, 2012
    You can use them for a PID and march pump. If I were you I would get a cheap contactor off Amazon. Its nice to be able to have the PID but no power to the element. You can get 30a contactors off amazon for $10 shipped.
     
  5. #5
    bmick

    Well-Known Member

    Posted Oct 23, 2012
    Would I be able to wire the switch between the PID and the SSR for the element? That should keep the power to the PID while controlling the SSR and element, no?
     
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    OMJ

    Well-Known Member

    Posted Oct 23, 2012
    SSRs leak some current so thats why its better to use a contactor on the hot after the SSR.
     
  7. #7
    porcupine73

    Well-Known Member

    Posted Oct 23, 2012
    Hm ... when I see absolutely no ratings information for the switch it makes me suspicious. It lists nothing about current or voltage or horsepower ratings.
     
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