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In automated door and gate installations, relays act as electrically operated switches that bridge low-power controllers with high-power actuators

This is especially useful when you want to use a small microcontroller like an Arduino or Raspberry Pi to operate a motor or solenoid that requires more current than the controller can safely provide

The first step in integrating a relay is choosing an appropriate model for your application

240V to handle common motor loads

Verify compatibility between your control board’s voltage and انواع رله the relay’s coil specification to avoid underdriving or damaging the component

The next phase involves establishing the connection between the relay and your automation controller

The relay will have three main terminals for the load side and two for the control side

Ensure the control circuit is completed between the controller’s output and its ground reference

Always install a reverse-biased diode across the coil terminals to suppress back-EMF spikes

Wire the relay’s output contacts between your main power line and the motor terminals

Activating the control signal causes the internal switch to close, enabling power to reach the gate or door mechanism

For safety and reliability, use a separate power supply for the motor and the controller

12V logic circuit to the same transformer or battery as the 120V

This prevents noise and potential damage

Also, consider adding limit switches at the fully open and fully closed positions of the door or gate

These switches can be wired in series with the relay circuit to automatically cut power when the door reaches its endpoint, preventing motor burnout

Set a timed pulse in your code that triggers the relay for the exact duration required to complete one full cycle

Add proximity sensors to trigger an emergency stop whenever something enters the gate’s swing or travel zone

Link the system to a mobile app or cloud service that allows you to open or close the gate from anywhere

Always test your system with the door or gate disconnected from the motor first to confirm the relay switches correctly

Run multiple test cycles to optimize delay times and ensure limit switches respond accurately

Periodically inspect wiring terminals for corrosion, tighten loose connections, and clean relay contacts with electrical contact cleaner