ALTERNATING RELAYS
SPDT & DPDT
u
For duplex loads
u
Can be used with one or two
Control Switches
u
Control voltages of 12, 24,
120 & 240V AC
u
Compact plug-in design
utilizing industry-standard 8
or 11 pin octal socket
u
10A SPDT or DPDT Output
Configuration
u
Optional low profile selector
switch to lock in one
sequence
u
2 LED’s indicate relay status
u
Alternating Relays are used in special applications where the optimization of load
usage is required by equalizing the run time of two loads. This alternating action is
initiated by a control switch, such as a float switch, manual switch, timing relay,
pressure switch, or other isolated contact. Each time the initiating switch is
opened, the output relay contacts will change state, thus alternating the two loads.
Two LED indicators show the status of the output relay.
The Alternating Relays listed on this page can be used with one or two control
switches & are available in either SPDT or DPDT output configurations (see
"Typical Installations" on Page 53 for more information). For products with DPDT
Cross-Wired output configurations to be used with one, two or three control
switches, see Page 54.
Each version is available with an optional three position selector switch. This
allows the unit to alternate the two loads as normal, or lock the relay to one load or
the other. By locking the Alternating Relay to one load, the other load can be
removed for service without rewiring the first load for continuous operation. The
selector switch has a low profile to prevent any accidental changes in status.
with appropriate
socket
OUTPUT
CONTACTS
SPDT
w/o Selector Switch
SPDT
w/ Selector Switch
DPDT
w/o Selector Switch
DPDT
w/ Selector Switch
CONTROL
VOLTAGE
PRODUCT
NUMBER
12V AC
24V AC
120V AC
240V AC
ARP012A6
ARP024A6
ARP120A6
ARP240A6
8 Pin Octal
70169-D
12V AC
24V AC
120V AC
240V AC
ARP012A6R
ARP024A6R
ARP120A6R
ARP240A6R
DIAGRAM 17
12V AC
24V AC
120V AC
240V AC
ARP012A2
ARP024A2
ARP120A2
ARP240A2
11 Pin Octal
70170-D
12V AC
24V AC
120V AC
240V AC
ARP012A2R
ARP024A2R
ARP120A2R
ARP240A2R
DIAGRAM 18
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WIRING/SOCKETn
ALTERNATING RELAYS
SPDT & DPDT
Application Data & Dimensions
Application Data
Voltage Tolerances: +10%/-15% of control voltage at 50/60Hz.
Transient Protection: 10,000 volts for 20 microseconds
Load (Burden): Less than 3VA
Indicator LED's: 2 LED's marked LOAD A and LOAD B
Output Contacts:
10A Resistive @ 240V AC/30V DC,
1/2HP @ 120/240V AC (N.O.), 1/3HP @ 120/240VAC (N.C.)
Optional Selector Switch Settings:
ALTERNATE
LOCK LOAD A
LOCK LOAD B
Life:
Mechanical: 10,000,000 operations
Full Load: 100,000 operations
Approvals:
Temperature: -28o to 65oC (-20o to 150oF)
File #E109466
File #LR45565
File #E109466
with
appropriate
socket
Dimensions
2.4 (60)
All Dimensions in
Inches (Millimeters)
1.7
(43)
2.9
(74)
3.1
(79)
Typical Installations
In the off state (Figure A), the Control Switch is open, the Alternating Relay is in the LOAD A position, and both loads (M1 & M2)
are off. When the Control Switch closes, it energizes the first load (M1). The red LED marked “LOAD A” glows. As long as the
Control Switch remains closed, M1 remains energized. When the Control Switch opens, the first load (M1) is turned off and the
Alternating Relay toggles to the LOAD B position. When the Control Switch closes again, it energizes the second load (M2). The
red LED marked “LOAD B” glows. When the Control Switch opens, the second load (M2) is turned off, the Alternating Relay
toggles back to the LOAD A position, and the process can be repeated again. On relays with DPDT contacts, two pilot lights can
be used for remote indication of LOAD A or LOAD B status.
To eliminate any bounce condition of the Control Switch, the addition of a second switch (OFF) along with two auxiliary contacts is
recommended as shown in Figure B.
Figure A
Figure B
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ALTERNATING RELAYS
DPDT Cross-Wired
u
For duplex loads
u
Can be used with two or
three Control Switches
u
Control voltages of 12, 24,
120 & 240V AC
u
Compact plug-in design
utilizing industry-standard
8 pin octal socket
u
10A DPDT Cross-Wired
Output Configuration when
additional capacity is
required
Optional low profile selector
switch to lock in one
sequence
u
2 LED’s indicate relay status
u
u
with appropriate
socket
Alternating Relays are used in special applications where the optimization of load
usage is required by equalizing the run time of two loads. They are also used
where additional capacity is required in case of excess load requirements. This
alternating action is initiated by a control switch, such as a float switch, manual
switch, timing relay, pressure switch, or other isolated contact. Each time the
initiating switch is opened, the output relay contacts will change state, thus alternating the two loads. Two LED indicators show the status of the output relay.
The Alternating Relays listed on this page are available in DPDT Cross-Wired
output configurations, and can be used with one, two or three control switches.
See "Typical Installations" on Page 55 for more information. For products with
SPDT or DPDT output configurations, see Page 52.
Each version is available with an optional three position selector switch. This
allows the unit to alternate the two loads as normal, or lock the relay to one load or
the other. By locking the Alternating Relay to one load, the other load can be
removed for service without rewiring the first load for continuous operation. The
selector switch has a low profile to prevent any accidental changes in status.
OUTPUT
CONTACTS
DPDT CROSSWIRED
w/o Selector Switch
DPDT CROSSWIRED
w/ Selector Switch
CONTROL
VOLTAGE
PRODUCT
NUMBER
12V AC
24V AC
120V AC
240V AC
ARP012A3
ARP024A3
ARP120A3
ARP240A3
12V AC
24V AC
120V AC
240V AC
ARP012A3R
ARP024A3R
ARP120A3R
ARP240A3R
WIRING/SOCKETn
8 Pin Octal
70169-D
DIAGRAM 19
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ALTERNATING RELAYS
DPDT Cross-Wired
Application Data & Dimensions
Application Data
Voltage Tolerances: +10%/-15% of control voltage at 50/60Hz.
Transient Protection: 10,000 volts for 20 microseconds
Load (Burden): Less than 3VA
Indicator LED's: 2 LED's marked LOAD A and LOAD B
Output Contacts:
10A Resistive @ 240V AC/30V DC,
1/2HP @ 120/240V AC (N.O.), 1/3HP @ 120/240VAC (N.C.)
Optional Selector Switch Settings:
ALTERNATE
LOCK LOAD A
LOCK LOAD B
Life:
Mechanical: 10,000,000 operations
Full Load: 100,000 operations
Approvals:
Temperature: -28o to 65oC (-20o to 150oF)
File #E109466
File #LR45565
File #E109466
with
appropriate
socket
Dimensions
2.4 (60)
All Dimensions in
Inches (Millimeters)
1.7
(43)
2.9
(74)
3.1
(79)
Typical Installations
In the off state, both the LEAD Control Switch and the LAG Control Switch are open, the Alternating Relay is in the LOAD A
position, and both loads are off. When the LEAD Control Switch closes, it energizes the first load (M1). The red LED marked
“LOAD A” glows. As long as the LEAD Control Switch remains closed, M1 remains energized. If the LAG Control Switch closes, it
energizes the second load (M2). When the LAG Control Switch opens, the second load (M2) is turned off. When the LEAD
Control Switch opens, the first load (M1) is turned off and the Alternating Relay toggles to the LOAD B position. When the LEAD
Control Switch closes, it turns on the second load (M2). The red LED marked “LOAD B” glows. If the LAG Control Switch closes,
it will energize the first load (M1). When the LAG Control Switch opens, the first load (M1) is turned off. When the LEAD Control
Switch opens, the second load (M2) is turned off, the Alternating Relay toggles back to the LOAD A position, and the process can
be repeated again.
To eliminate any bounce condition of the Control Switch, the addition of a second switch (OFF) along with two auxiliary contacts is
recommended as shown in Figure B.
Figure A
Figure B
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