1.1 INTRODUCTION

 

1.1.1 Interfacing

 

• Outputs are sensitive to power spikes and might inadvertently turn on when there are transient voltage spikes. A resistor may need to be put in parallel with a load to ensure enough current is drawn to turn on the triac. The resistor size can be determined by

 

 

 

1.1.1.1 - Relays

 

 

1.1.1.2 - Transistors

 

• BJT, FET, darlington, etc.

 

 

1.1.1.3 - Triacs