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Relays & Sockets
Relay sockets are a type of accessory used with electromechanical switches. Relay sockets form part of a circuit and are used to mount a relay. They provide the electrical interface between the relay itself and the circuit. A relay is essentially a switch that is electrically rather than mechanically operated, and is often powered by an electromagnet. The relay plugs into the socket's female terminal, and the socket is wired to the broader circuit.