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I need help with an electrical Relay
digitalmonkeyman:
I'm putting together a "one Button Power Strip" and have an electrical question. I have the Build Your Own Arcade Book from another member here, and he recommends this;
http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2049722&cp
Not being an electrical guy, I was wondering if I could safely use this;
https://www.alliedelec.com/Search/ProductDetail.asp?DESC=W78RCSX%2D7&tab=specs&MPN=W78RCSX%2D7&sid=459309002DFE17F&R=850%2D0410&SKU=850%2D0410
more info on the alternative;
https://www.relayspec.com/specs/026940/78.pdf
Any help someone can provide would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks
BobA:
Looks like a good alternative. Basically the same relay.
crashwg:
I have not read the book yet so I'm not familiar with the circuit but I'm assuming that you're supposed to get the 12v from the PC power supply right?
I'd suggest getting a 5v relay and using a USB cable for the signal power. Personally, I think it just looks cleaner especially if you have the PC in a case.
whammoed:
I have a product you may be interested in:
http://www.nicemite.com/PowermiteDD/PowermiteDD.htm
digitalmonkeyman:
Here is a pic of what I am trying to accomplish. When you plug something into the first plug and it goes on (computer) the down line pugs get power, monitor, speakers. marquee, etc.
Thats what I'm going for, and I was hoping to not burn down the house!
;D
I was hoping a technical electrical guy could assure me these are the same relay...
Thanks
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