Nifty remote on/off of any 12v device
I'm installing a rear view camera on my truck camper. I wanted to be able to turn it on/off from the cab of my truck, so I can use it for more than back-up viewing. Browsed the internet and found ...
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Nice find!
If I may add more comments:
If exposed to weather, smear the relay base and pins with dielectric silicone grease. Force grease into the relay connector to protect wire terminals.
Carry spare remote control batteries. Shelf life is very long but remote batteries may not be easy to come by on the road.
I own several of the individual components. The click-on click-off switch is a favorite. Good snap-when-switched feel.
Protect the remote receiver 12 volt input with a 1/2 amp fast reaction cartridge fuse. Used for electronics, it can save your remote receiver. I use a 20 amp ATO fuse to protect the relay. Use on the power inlet side.
Hope This Helps.
If I may add more comments:
If exposed to weather, smear the relay base and pins with dielectric silicone grease. Force grease into the relay connector to protect wire terminals.
Carry spare remote control batteries. Shelf life is very long but remote batteries may not be easy to come by on the road.
I own several of the individual components. The click-on click-off switch is a favorite. Good snap-when-switched feel.
Protect the remote receiver 12 volt input with a 1/2 amp fast reaction cartridge fuse. Used for electronics, it can save your remote receiver. I use a 20 amp ATO fuse to protect the relay. Use on the power inlet side.
Hope This Helps.
