How does the magnetic switch ?

Components

apparatus First, consider the device a magnetic starter.In fact, no complicated construction and includes a fixed and a movable part.To make the information more understandable, consider the design of the apparatus, based on the model of PME series:

1. contact springs, which provide smooth contact closure when the starter, as well as create the necessary pressing force.
2. Contact bridges.
3. contact plate.
4. plastic traverse.
5. Anchor.
6. winding.
7. W-shaped core part (fixed)
8. Additional contacts.

addition, magnetic starter device can include shock absorbers, whose purpose - to soften the blow when starting the machine.In a series of PM12 dampers marked number 8, but they are more clearly shown in the second picture - the structure of the magnetic starter PAE-311 (denoted by "10").

We are told what is in magnetic starter, but this is unlikely to give you anything to understand, especially if your level of knowledge "in the electrical kettle."That all fell into place, then we consider the principle of operation of the apparatus.

Scheme of

The principle of operation of the magnetic actuator is not difficult - at power-button "Start", the electric current passes through the coil and magnetizes a movable anchor.As a result - the armature is attracted to the fixed part and the closure of the main contacts occur.The current flows through the circuit and the motor is turned on.If the power is turned off, the electric current disappears with the coil and it will demagnetize.This process will result in activation of the contact spring, which will return the armature to its original position.The main contacts are no longer closed and the circuit will be completely de-energized.

draw your attention to the fact that the instantaneous opening of the contacts occur not only after intentional power outage, but if the supply voltage drops more than 60% of the nominal value.

Now you know how a magnetic starter.As can be seen, the device works scheme is very simple.Visually see the principle of operation, you can video examples below.

Scope

Well, the last of the main issues of Article apparatus - why there is a magnetic switch (pictured below its appearance is granted).As we have said previously, the purpose of this unit - circuit and open circuit, which is typical of large currents.Typically, actuators are used for remote control of electric motors, powered by a voltage of 220 or 380 volts.At home, the use of these devices is possible to create a system of street lighting or turn on high-power electrical consumers.

So we looked at the device magnetic starter, his actions and the appointment principle.We hope that the information was interesting and useful for you.If suddenly you have any questions, ask them in the comments or special category - "FAQ"!

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