Month: May 2015

Difference between contactor and relay

Contactors and relays are electrically operated switches used for the control and switching of loads. The difference between them primarily lies in the load current that they can handle, where they are used, and how they are used in a circuit. This article can give you a clear picture of the difference between contactor and … Read more

Difference between soft starters and VFDs

The most important difference between soft starters and VFDs is the role they play in motor control. Even though they have a similar principle of operation, they are different. This article will help you understand the difference between soft starters and VFDs. Why use VFDs and soft starters? When started by a direct-on-line starter, a … Read more