neumann
Well-Known Member
I've decided to attempt this build but I've got a few questions.
First, why is it that that thermistor is moved? Could you not mount the thermostat inside the freezer? Seems like extra work.
Second, I know the OP used a solid state relay but would a mechanical relay work the same? Something like this? I ask because I can source this part locally for a lot less than an equivalent solid state relay. Any help would be appreciated. My electrical knowledge is limited at best, but I do have my brother-in-law who is a Mechanical Engineer and has more than a few hours of EE under his belt to keep me from killing myself.
First, why is it that that thermistor is moved? Could you not mount the thermostat inside the freezer? Seems like extra work.
Second, I know the OP used a solid state relay but would a mechanical relay work the same? Something like this? I ask because I can source this part locally for a lot less than an equivalent solid state relay. Any help would be appreciated. My electrical knowledge is limited at best, but I do have my brother-in-law who is a Mechanical Engineer and has more than a few hours of EE under his belt to keep me from killing myself.