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Reliability, silent operation, and unparalleled life expectancy make HBControls’ solid-state power controllers an invaluable component in a wide range of industrial and commercial applications. These include medical ovens, incubators, sterilizers, professional cooking equipment, beverage systems, HVAC & refrigeration systems, electric motor control, underfloor heating, renewable energy solutions, tankless water heaters, plastics machines and dryers, lighting systems, and more.
Why Choose HBControls
“HBControls has been an exceptional supplier of my electrical switching requirements. I can depend on HBControls to furnish me with an engineered solution and/or product that will perform as needed for my power control application(s). Engineering expertise, on-time deliveries and dependable, consistent customer service makes HBControls a highly reliable Power Controller and solid state relay provider to CLEVELAND COMPONENTS!”
“For years I relied on HBControls to provide quality power controllers and solid state relays for commercial cooking equipment. Quality, delivery, technical support and customer service are paramount for keeping customers happy, and HBControls has a superb track record for each. HBControls is extremely knowledgeable, and very quick and easy to work with on both standard products and custom designs. I can’t say enough about how pleased I am in all aspects of the products and service that HBControls provides.”
An HBControls Power Controller is a solid-state relay pre-assembled onto either a DIN or panel-mount heat sink. Each Power Controller is ready-to-use, eliminating the need for thermal calculations or heat sink selection. The maximum allowable load current for the assembled solid-state relay in a 40°C ambient temperature is provided in the datasheet for each controller.
Solid-state relays are electronic relays that, unlike electromechanical relays and contactors, have no moving parts. As a result, their lifespan is significantly longer than comparable electromechanical relays. The typical MTBF (mean time between failures) for a solid-state relay is >7 million hours. Solid-state relays can also operate significantly faster, with on/off times measured in cycles rather than seconds. An instantaneous (also called a "random turn-on) solid-state relay can switch power to a load is less than 100µS.
Power controllers are similar to electromechanical relays and mercury contactors in terms of functionality. All of these devices switch power to or from an electrical load upon the application of an input or control signal. As previously mentioned, solid-state relays contain no moving parts, making them faster, quiet and highly reliable.
Some of the benefits of using a solid-state relay power controller are:
Longer life expectancy and number of operations
Resistant to shock and vibration
Silent operation - no acoustical noise
Fast response time
No mechanical or moving parts
We accept orders by phone, email, fax, or directly through our website for many products. Payment terms are available for repeat business upon approval by our accounting team. For direct assistance, contact us at 800.879.7918 or via the Contact Us page on our website. You can also reach out to one of our authorized distributors for competitive pricing at https://www.hbcontrols.com/distributors.
Yes. The easiest way to obtain volume-based pricing is through one of our authorized distributors; https://www.hbcontrols.com/distributors. HBControls can also customize a quotation to fit your specific needs. Please contact us directly at 800.879.7918 or via the Contact Us page on our website if you’d like to discuss pricing options.
Yes. Our customer-base for solid-state relays and power controllers is global, so we can ship to any non-embargoed / non-sanctioned country. Please contact us if you are unsure whether we ship to your country or need additional information regarding overseas shipping; +1 800.879.7918 or via the Contact Us page on our website. HBControls ships to over 100 international countries, including Canada, Denmark, Australia, Austria, Germany, Japan, The United Kingdom and others. Before ordering our products overseas, please make sure that you enquire about customs, duties and tax regulations with your country’s customs agency.
Yes, working with our customers and potential customers is something we truly enjoy. What sets HBControls apart from the competition is the reliability and quality of our after-sales support. Our experienced team is dedicated to providing the best customer-service experience possible.
Whether you need assistance with a new or existing project, or are still deciding whether to use solid-state relays in your application, feel free to contact us anytime at 800.879.7918 or support@hbcontrols.com. Our ticketing system ensures that all your calls and emails are promptly addressed by one of our customer support specialists.
Yes. The products available on our website represent a small percentage of possible configurations. In many cases, these options/configurations are selectable within the online store page. However, if you can’t find the exact product to fit your needs, please contact us and let us help find the right product for your application; 800.879-7918 or via the Contact Us page on our website.
In addition to solid-state relays and power controllers, HBControls offers a range of current transducers and 24Vac power supplies - www.hbcontrols.com/ps-ct
Yes. Our support team can work directly with you to design solid-state custom power controllers to fit your specific application needs. In most cases, customized products are developed for higher volume applications. However, depending upon the complexity of the design, we can also work with you to help with one-off/prototype projects. Please contact our support team if you would like a consultation on your specific requirements; 800.879.7918 or via the Contact Us page on our website.
Yes, our solid-state relays and power controllers come with a standard one-year warranty. However, if a manufacturing defect causes product failure, it will be eligible for repair or replacement throughout its operational lifespan. If you have any questions regarding the quality of our products, want to voice your concerns or enquire about a return, please contact the HBControls Quality Control Department;
Quality Control Manager: HBControls, Inc. 18 Rosary Lane Hyannis, MA 02601 Tel: (800) 879-7918 / Fax: (508) 676-7346, www.hbcontrols.com.
HBControls will not be considered liable for any damage sustained apart from the repair or replacement of the equipment provided by the customer. HBControls takes no responsibility for additional parts, costs or labor incurred.
A common misconception with solid-state relays is that high operating temperatures negatively affect the lifespan of a Power Controller. This is partially true, primarily in cases where the operating temperature exceeds the maximum specifications of the solid-state relay. In fact, solid-state relays can operate safely and reliably for decades at high operating temperatures, as long as maximum ratings are not exceeded. Instead, the real concern revolves around thermal excursions - the rate and frequency at which the the temperature within the solid-state relay changes.
Solid-state relays dissipate power in the form of heat during normal operation at a rate of approximately 1 Watt per ampere of load current. As a result, the internal temperature of the solid-state relay can increase rapidly if the heat sink to which it's mounted cannot adequately dissipate the heat. The subsequent expansion of internal components can eventually lead to thermal fatigue and the premature failure of the solid-state relay.
This is our area of expertise. HBControls Power Controllers utilize highly efficient heat sinks to prevent the solid state relay from overheating during normal use. Datasheets for each controller provide maximum allowable current ratings in a given ambient temperature, eliminating the need for thermal calculations or heat sink selection. We also offer custom power controllers with active cooling solutions for high-current applications or situations where the SSR controllers are used in high-temperature environments.
A comprehensive Knowledge Base on solid-state relays and power controllers is available on our website @ https://www.hbcontrols.com/faq. Please contact our support team if you have additional questions or would like to discuss anything in more detail; 800.879.7918 or via the Contact Us page on our website.