What is the function of the two diodes and the resistor? Why does not the SET coil have resistor?
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\$\begingroup\$ show link to datasheet @xavier-pacheco-paulino \$\endgroup\$– D.A.S.Commented Oct 9, 2016 at 1:14
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\$\begingroup\$ This is the datasheet: fa.omron.com.cn/data_pdf/cat/mkk_ds_e_2_1_csm56.pdf?id=958 \$\endgroup\$– user115094Commented Oct 9, 2016 at 1:17
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The diagram shown is for an AC-coil (or AC-DC) latching relay. The series diodes are there to rectify the AC. They're typically rated at something like 1kV PIV.
The resistor is for "ampere-turn compensation". Generally the reset coil needs much less current than the set coil.
For higher voltage relays (>50VAC) it may be present inside the relay. For lower coil voltage relays it may not be present (just a coil).
It's more of a problem with high voltage relays because the wire would have to be very fine to get the optimal resistance so it's easier to just throw away some of the power in a resistor.
answered Oct 9, 2016 at 0:31
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\$\begingroup\$ Why do I need to rectify the AC? \$\endgroup\$– user115094Commented Oct 9, 2016 at 0:40
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1\$\begingroup\$ The latching depends on a permanent magnet, which has polarity. If you want to oppose or aid the magnet your field must have the appropriate polarity. So AC won't work. \$\endgroup\$ Commented Oct 9, 2016 at 0:44
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\$\begingroup\$ Xavier, allow me to explain... You may choose either an AC or a DC Relay . The Diode & R is included in 50Vdc and above DC Coils, so that AC can also be used on the DC Relay \$\endgroup\$– D.A.S.Commented Oct 9, 2016 at 2:16
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\$\begingroup\$ Thanks, I almost get it. I just try to understand properly how the manufacturer achieve to latch the Set coil by using one pulse. \$\endgroup\$– user115094Commented Oct 9, 2016 at 22:45
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Partial answer: The diodes are required to make sure that the "set" and "reset" coils perform only their labeled functions.
It's likely that if you were to push reverse current through the "set" coil, it would actually reset the relay, and vice versa. The diodes prevent this from happening.
Pure guess: The resistor in the "reset" lead is there to make sure that if you pulse both coils simultaneously (with the same voltage), the "set" function "wins".
answered Oct 9, 2016 at 0:15
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I added an RC snubber to what appears to be a half wave rectified latching relay coil.
- R is a resistor for ampere-turn correction. This resistor is included in models for 50 VAC or 48 VDC or higher.
- For DC models, check the coil polarity for both the set and reset coils and wire all connections correctly. If the connections are not correct, unintended operation may occur.
