The timer on and off electrical appliances

What is a socket with a timer and where it is used

Socket with timer - it is an electrical device that is installed in the usual plug-in, which serves to connect external load elements and is equipped with a timer that provides shutdown and shutdown of the load in accordance with the set value time. Time on and off is set by a timer, which is a mechanical and electronic type. With time relay - timer, extends the use of household appliances and other electrical equipment.

Using a timer to outlet 220 Volt can be:

• It includes the work of various home appliances - washing machine and electric heater, air conditioning and appliances serving for cooking;
• turn on and off electric lights - lights and decorative elements of aquarium, external and emergency lighting;
• include a variety of electronic devices - a means of communication and communication (router, Wi-Fi-adapter, etc.), as well as alarm and video surveillance system.

Models equipped with an electronic control type, are more functional than the mechanical counterparts, and a built-in battery (some models) allows you to carry out all work offline mode.

Advantages and disadvantages of these devices

The use of such devices simplifies the operation of various electrical equipment and appliances, so a timer sockets advantages include such factors as:

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For models equipped with electronic timer, the main drawback is that the timer is running, the process does not stop when the central power is turned off, and works "by itself". This may be undesirable when connecting to such devices heating appliances or appliance switch in a given cycle of use (night time, etc.).

In devices with a mechanical type of management shortcomings a bit more, they include:

As arranged, and how the different types of timers

The operating principle of the socket with a timer, regardless of its design, based on the contact switch, placed in the body of the device under the influence of the time switch. The mechanical model basis of the contact group is a linkage, while the electronic analogues - the electronic programming and control system comprising a controller (sensors) and e display.

Mechanical

The name of the daily determines the possible period of use of such a device, limited to 24 hours - day and night. The response time to mechanical receptacles timer is set using a special drum in which the scale is applied disaggregated hours and minutes during usage. Intervals on and off the connected load are specified by the manufacturer and can not be changed independently. Thus, when installed in the socket 20 minutes will be disconnected after that period of use and switched on again after a similar period of time. The number of cycles during the day can be different, depending on the specifications of the model.

Electronic

Electronic timer on / off for a given program is more functional device, which is achieved by features available settings. Operating modes can be set in different time intervals during the day, and more than a long period of use. You can configure these devices on the entire calendar week, and some models - for a month or more.

Mounted on DIN-rail

A distinctive feature of this type of timers is that they are installed in an electrical cabinet (shield), and a particular group of the electrical network connected to it. The principle of operation and the settings in timer of this type are the same as for mounted in the socket and for mounting in the control cabinet using a standard DIN rail.

Timers are mounted on DIN rail, there are mechanical and electronic control type and used in single- and three-phase electrical network that provides a particular model device.

What to look for when choosing a

Before proceeding to the selection of sockets with timer, you must decide, and whether it is necessary at all and, if necessary, in what capacity and for what purposes. This is due to the fact that the destination depends on the degree of automation and, accordingly, the type of timer. When choosing a power outlet with a timer main criteria are such factors as:

1. Electric power - this parameter determines what power load can be connected to a specific device model, and, accordingly, a force current can flow through the timer for a long time.
2. Degree of protection - determines the possibility of placement in a particular location (inside or outdoors, in humid or dusty environments).
3. Cyclicity of settings and parameters - determine the possibility of using the automatic mode, and the functionality of the device.
4. manufacturer's brand - determines the reliability of the device.

How to set the timer on and off electrical appliances

Regardless of the make and design the timer and place of its installation, configuration similar devices is the same, namely:

1. Setting mechanical type devices.
   Sockets timer mechanical type equipped with a rotary drum on which the marking is applied, determines the cyclical switching on and timeslot.
   For models intended for installation on the DIN rail, the setting is performed rotary controls, whereby each parameter is defined separately.
2. Tincture of electronic devices.
   To configure the operating modes of the timers of this type are used buttons located on the device: TIMER and WEEK, DAY and ON, OFF and AUTO, and CLOCK, MINUTE and HOUR. The process of setting the specific model is reflected in the operating instructions that are supplied.

Popular models timers

The timer on and off electrical devices is not widely demanded wiring products in our country. However, due to growing user interest in reducing energy consumption, such equipment is gradually conquering the consumer. Such devices can be bought in shops and retail chains specializing in electrical products. In this section of the article are the most popular models of sockets with timer.

Theben Timer 26

This relatively simple model with a mechanical timer made in Germany.

Its distinctive features are the reliability and long service life.

Timer during use does not produce noise, making it easy to use while working on / off cycle is accompanied by a characteristic clicking. Maximum current load is 16 Amps. The average cost, as of the II quarter of 2018 is 1 800 rubles.

E.Next e.control.t11

This model with a mechanical timer made in Russia.

Its distinctive features are the prostate settings and ease of use.

The average cost, as of the II quarter of 2018 is 500 rubles.

E.Next e.control.t14

Another model of domestic production, has an electronic timer in its design.

available programming period is one week with the possibility of assignment cycles for each of the seven days.

Maximum current load is 16 Amps. The average cost, as of the II quarter of 2018 was 2 000.

Feron TM22 / 61925

Model with electronic timer, are also manufactured in Russia. Refers to a segment of the budget technique, its average cost as of the II quarter of 2018 is 800 rubles. The model does not differ reliability, confirming the manufacturer, giving a guarantee for two weeks using the machine.

Nevertheless, the model requested by users, what they say their feedback.

Feron TM32

Model equipped with mechanical timer daily activities. It is easy to use and reliable. The average cost, as of the II quarter of 2018 is 400 rubles.

Video: How to set up the timer socket

In conclusion, the article proposes to explore the intricacies of the devices for control of the time. Features of work and instruction on the Masterclear, model "TM22", you can learn by watching the next video.

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