Question 1

What is a “Compact Solid State Power Controller”?

Accepted Answer

Compact power controllers perform the same function as most of the other power controllers in the HBControls product line – they switch power to / from an electrical load when an input (control) signal is applied. They’re designed for applications that require a solid-state power relay for loads of less-than 10 amps AC or DC. As a result, they are significantly smaller and consume less panel space than comparable DIN mount power relays.

Question 2

What type of solid state relays are used in compact power controllers?

Accepted Answer

HBControls uses Crydom printed circuit board (PCB) solid-state relays in all compact power controller assemblies. There are two basic types of PCB solid state relays used in the -11 compact power controller series; AC output, SCR-based solid-state relays, and DC output, MOSFET-based solid-state relays.   The -11 series AC output compact power controllers utilize Crydom’s most popular PCB mount solid-state relays, including the CX and SPF series solid state relays. These are the most reliable PCB mount solid-state relays available in the market, using discrete, inverse-parallel SCRs in their output circuit to provide maximum load-current capabilities with minimal power dissipation.   The -11 series DC output compact power controllers primarily use Crydom CMX series DC output solid-state relays, such as the CMX60D5 and CMX60D10 solid-state relays. These power relays utilize low-impedance MOSFETs in their output circuit to minimize power dissipation. The maximum on-state resistance of the Crydom CMX60D10 is 0.018 Ohms, meaning that the HBC-11-CMX60D10 compact power controller only dissipates 1.8 Watts of power at 10 amps of load current.

Question 3

Where are compact power controllers used?

Accepted Answer

The application possibilities for solid-state relays and power controllers are extensive and divergent. Medical equipment, professional and industrial ovens, conveyor systems, aircraft galley equipment, agricultural systems, HVAC&R equipment, lighting controls, and even satellite systems utilize solid state relays and power controllers for controlling electrical equipment and on-board electronics. Basically, if you need to switch more than an amp of current to a load, and also want a solution that’s highly reliable, silent, resistant to shock & vibration and environmentally friendly, then a solid-state relay or power controller from HBControls is your best choice.   Compact solid-state power controllers fall into the same spectrum of possible applications but are primarily used when the load-current requirement is less-than 10 amps. They’re often used in conjunction with PLCs or digital I/O boards in applications where one or two additional outputs are required. However, they’re also commonly used in applications with multiple, relatively low-current loads with limited available panel space.

Question 4

Are different mounting options available for compact solid state power controllers?

Accepted Answer

Yes. By default, the -11 series power controllers, such as the HBC-11-CX240D5, are DIN mount power controllers, which use Crydom PCB mount solid-state relays in the assembly. However, the individual PCB mount solid state relays are also available. So, for example, if the specifications for the HBC-11-CX240D5 are ideal for your application, but you need a PCB mount version, then you can also purchase the CX240D5 as a stand-alone solid-state relay.   A range of stand-alone AC and DC output solid state relays are available at https://www.hbcontrols.com/solid-state-relays. Please contact our sales or support team @ 800.879.7918 / support@hbcontrols.com if you need assistance in finding the right product or would like to discuss your application in more detail.

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