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What Zener diode do I use on relay?


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rubirock 
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Posted: October 22, 2006 at 10:15 PM / IP Logged  
What Zener diode do I use across 85 and 86 on my relay? what is the proper rating or part no. to use?
Thanks guys!
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Posted: October 22, 2006 at 11:21 PM / IP Logged  
1N4001 1 amp diode will suffice for this.
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Do not use a ZENER Diode!

It is different from a regular Diode.

A Zener is used to regulate voltage to a desired level.

A General Purpose or High Speed Diode is what you need.

John DeRosa (Hotwaterwizard)
Stockton California
When in doubt, try it out !

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