Off Delay Timer
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Topic: Off Delay Timer
Posted By: chris051873
Subject: Off Delay Timer
Date Posted: November 27, 2016 at 3:17 PM
hello all,
I have some aftermarket lights i am powering through a 30 Amp relay, i am using the parking lights as a trigger signal.
I want to delay these from shutting off for 10 minutes after the lights shut off, but i would also like to have the time adjustable as well (if possible).
I would like the time to reset if it were to get a new power on signal and stay on while the lights are on and to repeat if needed
any suggestions for such a timer ?
let me know if you need more information from me.
thanks
chris
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Posted By: geepherder
Date Posted: November 27, 2016 at 6:35 PM
Ebay is full of adjustable timer switches which you can use to trigger your relay.
Or this on Amazon with a lifetime warranty: https://www.amazon.com/Timer-Delay-Relay-Hours-Cycling/dp/B00PD65UGA
They are expensive, and you'll have to wait on shipping from the UK, but I prefer these (for their standard automotive relay configuration): https://www.altecautomotive.co.uk/timer-relay-fully-adjustable-12-volt--------altt40205-stk-1614-p.asp
That being said, they are rated at 10 amps, so you can use it to trigger a standard relay if you need more than that.
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Posted By: chris051873
Date Posted: November 27, 2016 at 7:02 PM
awesome, thanks for the ideas.
UK one is nice, but you are correct, they are somewhat pricey.
the other is kind of small amperage, only 5amps.
I also stumbled on this one.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00VR1F3LC/ref=ask_ql_qh_dp_hza
think it will work ?
thanks
Chris
Posted By: chris051873
Date Posted: November 27, 2016 at 7:27 PM
i bought this one
Or this on Amazon with a lifetime warranty: https://www.amazon.com/Timer-Delay-Relay-Hours-Cycling/dp/B00PD65UGA
thanks
chris
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