Application Notes: Automotive

Automotive PDF

Electromechanical switches and relays are integral components in automotive applications; providing reliable control and operation of various systems and functions within vehicles. Applications include ignition switches, light and lamps, accessory control, starters, fuel pump control, blowers, power distribution among many other functions with a vehicle. CIT relays and switches are currently playing crucial roles in managing the operation and control of various systems, ensuring safety, efficiency, and convenience for our customers. Our product enable the control of high-power circuits with low power signals, protect agains overloads, and provide reliable operation under diverse conditions.

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Relays for Automotive Applications

Series Models Type Contact Arrangement Contact Rating Coil Voltage Mounting Methods
A2 Series relay 1A, 1B, 1C 1A: 40A@14VDC; 1B: 30A@14VDC; 1C: 40A@14VDC NO & 30A@14VDC NC 6VDC, 12VDC, 24VDC, 48VDC PC Pin, Quick Connect
A2H Series relay 1A, 1C 1A: 50A@14VDC; 1C: 50A@14VDC NO & 30A@14VDC NC 12VDC, 24VDC PC Pin, Quick Connect
A3 Series relay 1A, 1B, 1C, 1U Standard: 1A: 60A@14VDC, 1B: 40A@14VDC, 1C: 60A@14VDC NO, 40A@14VDC NC, 1U: 2x25A@14VDC; Heavy Duty: 1A: 80A@14VDC, 1B: 70A@14VDC, 1C: 80A@14VDC NO, 70A@14VDC NC, 1U: 2x25A@14VDC 12VDC, 24VDC PC Pin, Quick Connect
A6 Series relay 1A, 1C 1A: 35A@14VDC resistive, 15A@28VDC resistive; 1C: 35A@14VDC resistive NO, 25A@14VDC resistive NC, 15A@28VDC resistive NO, 10A@28VDC resistive NC 12VDC, 24VDC PC Pin
A17 Series relay 1A 20A@14VDC NO, 30A@14VDC NO 12VDC, 24VDC PC Pin
J107 Series relay 1A, 1C 15A@125VAC General Purpose, 10A@120VAC Resistive, 10A@277VAC General Purpose, 7A@240VAC Resistive, 7A@30VDC General Purpose 3VDC, 5VDC, 6VDC, 9VDC, 12VDC, 18VDC, 24VDC, 48VDC PC Pin

Switches for Automotive Applications

Series Models Type Features Electrical Ratings Options
ME Series switch Latching Options: Momentary
Mounting Style: N/A
50mA@24VDC Sealed
RW Series switch Latching Options: Multiple
Mounting Style: N/A
20A@120VAC, 16A@250VAC, 1hp@250VAC, 3/4hp@125VAC, UL61058-1 Illuminated Sealed
SM3 Series switch Mounting Style: N/A
5A@125VAC, 5A@250VAC, 5A@T120
VM3 Series switch Mounting Style: N/A
UL : 16A@125VAC, 16A@250VAC, 16A@T120, 6A@125VAC, 6A@250VAC, 6A@T120, 5A@125VAC, 5A@T120; TUV 16(6)A@25VAC, 16(A)@T120