What is BS 5992-6 - Dimensions of general purpose all-or-nothing relays specification about?
BS 5992-6 is a British standard as a part of the BS 5992 series that specifies the basic dimensional modules to be used in determining the external dimensions of general-purpose all-or-nothing relays and the location of their terminal and fixing centres.
BS 5992-6 applies equally to all such relays regardless of their type of construction (e.g., electromechanical, electronic, reed, etc.) and includes the height of the socket when the relay is socket-mounted.
BS 5992-6 also defines the external dimensions and gives preferred values for these in terms of multiples of the specified modules. The object of BS 5992-6 is to state the following for the external dimensions and location of the terminal and fixing centres for general-purpose all-or-nothing relays:
- Definitions
- Basic module and recommended multipliers
- Socket-mounted relays
- Relays for printed circuit boards
- Other relays
All dimensions given in BS 5992-6 are in millimetres. External dimensions are given in integer multiples of the basic module whose value is specified for the various types of the relay.
Who is BS 5992-6 - Dimensions of general purpose all-or-nothing relays specification for?
BS 5992-6 on dimensions of general purpose all-or-nothing relays specification is useful for:
- The electromechanical industry
- The aerospace industry
- The manufacturing industry
- The automation industry
- Electrical equipment manufacturers/suppliers
Why should you use BS 5992-6 - Dimensions of general purpose all-or-nothing relays specification?
With the use of low-voltage signals, relays are used to regulate high-voltage circuits and are utilized to regulate high-current circuits using low-current signals. They can also be utilized as safety relays. This capability can detect and isolate all problems during transmission and reception.
BS 5992-6 provides you with guidelines for the socket-mounted relays, relays for printed circuit boards, and other relays.
Using BS 5992-6 guidelines helps with the simple and effective operation, voltage conversion, galvanic isolation, safety and protection, quality assurance, and durability for longer service life.