This relay module consists of 4 relays. Each relay is connected to a current buffer so that you can connect them directly to a Microcontroller or Arduino. Using these relays you can easily control high power devices or appliances using arduino or microcontrollers, the relay is rated for 230V 10Amps. The Module has 5 LED’s, one for power and 4 for indicating relay signals. Specifications Rating: 10A (250V AC or 30 V DC) Input (Control) voltage: 5V DC How to connect The connections to your Arduino (or microcontroller) side: VCC – supply voltage. 5V from my Arduino. IN1 – set to HIGH to set the relay to its “default” state, set to LOW to switch the relay to its alternate state IN2 – same as IN1, but controls the second relay on the board IN3 – same as IN1, but controls the second relay on the board IN4 – same as IN1, but controls the second relay on the board GND – ground

4 Channel Relay Module SPDT

The 4 channel Relay Module SPDT (Single Pole Double Throw) can control up to 4 separate devices individually. Relays are typically used to switch devices which uses a higher voltage than what most micro-controllers such as an Arduino or Raspberry Pi can handle. This particular relay module can control typical household appliance up to 10A. Note: PCB color, or layout may vary slightly.

What is a Relay

A relay is an electrically operated switch. Many relays use an electromagnet to mechanically operate a switch, but other operating principles are also used, such as solid-state relays. Relays are used where it is necessary to control a circuit by a separate low-power signal, or where several circuits must be controlled by one signal. Relays work on electromagnetism, When the Relay coil is energized it acts like a magnet and changes the position of a switch. The circuit which powers the coil is completely isolated from the part which switches ON/OFF, This provides electrical isolation. This is the reason we can control a relay using 5V’s from an arduino and the other end of it could be running an 220 to 240V appliance, the 240V end is completely isolated from the 5V arduino circuitry. Above: Example of connecting power and lights to a relays COM and NO connectors.