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Electronics Solutions for the Energy Market

As a global manufacturer with key competence in sensing and control technology, Omron aims to provide innovative solutions that help build energy-related equipment.
The key to successful implementation is to provide dependable and highly qualified component solutions that will contribute to enhancing performance advances, reliability, and safety of equipment. The following figure gives an overview of the solutions we provide to customers to build energy-related equipment from generation to usage, which are classified into “commercial and industrial” and “residential” use.

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01Energy Market Equipment

Energy Management System for Commercial & Industrial Use

For commercial buildings which account for a large amount of energy consumption, efforts are being called to reach “zero emission”. This is achieved by increasing the installation of stable renewable energy sources such as solar photovoltaic power generation systems and storage batteries in addition to energy efficiency efforts.

Commercial building with solar panels
IMAGE:Energy Management System for Commercial & Industrial Use

Energy Management System for Residential Use

As more households choose to install energy-efficient equipment such as solar photovoltaic power generation systems, storage batteries and fuel cell systems, we are coming closer to realizing a decentralized society that does not rely on conventional power sources

IMAGE:Energy Management System for Residential Use

02New Products for Energy Market

Omron Solutions for the Energy Market

Here is the lineup of our new and existing products and available products suitable for energy-related equipment that meet the industry’s technology trends, customer needs and challenges.

Universal requirements in Energy Industry / Omron’s solution / Advantage for customers (Reduction of initial cost / maintenance cost)Heat Suppression Low-Heat Generation High Capacity PCB Relays To react the trend toward requiring higher capacity in an inverter designs.→Reduce the design costs for heat dissipation such as Heatsink, Fan etc..(Reliability / safety improvement)DC power electrical safety DC High Voltage Switching Relays To meet the requirement of reliable and cost-effective safety designs for battery and PV applications.→Reduce the cost and size of fail-safe circuit.(Generating power maximization)Condition monitoring MEMS Thermal Sensors Environmental Sensors To prevent unexpected events such as abnormal heat generation, earthquake, etc.→Reduce loss time of power generation.

New Electronic Components Solutions for the Energy Market

01 AC.DC Power Relay, 800VAC / 200A, 60VDC / 200A

  • Omron original low-heat generating design with low contact resistance of 0.2 m Ω* for high capacity / current applications. *As an initial value
  • 800 VAC / 200 A high-current switching capability.
  • Class-leading super compact and low-profile package.
  • 60 VDC / 200 A high-current switching capability.
<Temperature rise simulation results>G9KA→Company A Equivalent relay
NEWG9KA G9KA img
Advantages for customers
  1. Reduces the design cost for heat dissipation such as a heatsink, a fan, etc.
  2. Helps miniaturize end products with a simple heat dissipation design.
Data sheet G9KA Product Overview G9KA
White paper[G9KA PCB Power Relay]For more details,click here High-capacity PCB power relay G9KA landing page
G9KA movie

02 AC.DC Power Relay, 800VAC / 40A, 480VAC / 100A, 60VDC / 100A

  • Low-heat generating design with low contact resistance of 5 m Ω* for high capacity / current applications.*As an initial value
  • 800VAC/40A, 480VAC/100A
  • 60VDC/100A high-current switching capability
G7EB G7EB img
Advantages for customers
  1. Reduces the design cost for heat dissipation such as a heatsink, a fan, etc.
  2. Helps miniaturize end products with a simple heat dissipation design.
Data sheet G7EB White paper[G7EB PCB Power Relay]For more details,click here

03 High Voltage DC Power Relay

  • ・A high capacity of 600 VDC, 50 A and bidirectional opening and closing is achieved
  • ・UL 60947-4-1 and EN 61810-10-certified (required for ESS switching devices)
NEWG9KB G9KB img
Advantages for customers
  1. Contributes to the miniaturization of equipment with a mounting area of 11.5㎠ required for household products.
  2. Aquired UL60947-4-1, a must for home storage batteries, so that you can consider new themes immediately.
Data sheet G9KB White paper[G9KB PCB Power Relay]For more details,click here
DC Power Relay G9KB Video（Short ver.）DC Power Relay G9KB Video（Short ver.）
DC Power Relay G9KB Video（Long ver.）DC Power Relay G9KB Video（Long ver.）

04 Compact, High Voltage DC Power Relay

  • Compact design capable of switching 1,000 VDC loads.
  • Features magnetic arc control, and a safe, reliable design.
  • New 600VDC/30A contact rating for reverse polarity.
    ∗Standard contact rating: 1,000VDC/25A
G7L-X G7L-X img
Advantages for customers
  1. Helps miniaturize end products with the PC board mounting type relay.
  2. Helps improve circuit pattern flexibility on PC boards with the availability of reverse polarity.
Data sheet G7L-X White paper[G7L-X PCB Power Relay]For more details,click here

05 Compact, High Voltage DC Power Relay

  • Developed for inrush current prevention circuit in energy related equipment such as ESS.
  • 10 A, 500VDC high-voltage switching with the magnetic arc control design.
  • Low power consumption (0.8W) with the single coil structure.
  • Compact body and small footprint (13.5 mm X 29.0 mm) .
IMAGE:Compact High Voltage DC Power Relay (Magnetic yoke, 2-Magnet)
G2RG-X G2RG-X img
Advantages for customers
  1. Supports simplified circuit design and energy saving with the single coil structure.
  2. Helps miniaturize PC boards with the small footprint.
Data sheet G2RG-X Product Overview G2RG-X White paper[G2RG-X PCB Power Relay]For more details,click here

06 Compact, DC Power Relay

  • ・Compact design that enables bidirectional opening/closing of 200 VDC, 20 A
  • ・400 VDC, 20 A opening/closing is also possible through a contact series connection between two product units
NEWG5PZ-X G5PZ-X img
Advantages for customers
  1. Because G5PZ-X is compatible with both one-way and bidirectional opening and closing applications, it can be used as common parts.
  2. The high degree of freedom in the layout of relays on the board contributes to the simplification of the design of the PCB pattern and the space saving of circuits.

Data sheet G5PZ-X White paper[G5PZ-X PCB Power Relay]For more details,click here

07 Compact, High-Capacity Multi-Pole Power Relay

  • Provides compact and cost-efficient solution for applications such as inverters, UPS, and fuel cell battery circuits.
  • Possible to be used like a contactor.
  • Maximum load capacity 440 VAC / 160 A (40 A / 4-pole parallel / IEC-AC1) : G7Z
  • Safety function with mirror contacts in various configurations : G7Z
  • No contact chattering for momentary voltage drops up to 50% of rated voltage: G7J
  • Multi-pole 25A rated compact relay with PCB terminal variation: G7J
G7Z G7Z img G7J G7J img
Advantages for customers
  1. Reduces the cost of end products by replacing contactors without sacrificing reliability.
  2. Helps miniaturize end products by replacing contactors.
Data sheet G7Z Data sheet G7J

08 Compact, High-Capacity Power Relay

  • Compact single pole relay for high current load switching.G6QE: 36A, 250 VAC,　G2RL-1A-E2: 23A, 250VAC
  • High impulse withstand voltage at 10KV, between the coil and contacts.
  • Meets ambient operating temperature requirements at 105℃ : G2RL-1A-E2
G6QE G2RL-1A-E2 G6QE img G2RL-1A-E2 img
Advantages for customers
  1. Supports high-switching capacity and downsizing.
  2. Supports low-heat generation and a design that contributes to energy-saving.
Data sheet G6QE Data sheet G2RL-1A-E2

09 Compact, High-Capacity AC Latching Relay

  • Compact, high power AC latching relayG9TA: 60A, 250 VAC,　G9TB: 120A, 276VAC
  • Excellent contact reliability
  • High overcurrent capabilityConforming to IEC62055-31 UC3 : G9TB
G9TA-U(K)1ATH G9TA-U(K)1ATW G9TA-U(K)1AP G9TB-U(K)1ATH-E G9TB-U(K)1ATW-E G9TA-U(K)1ATH,G9TA-U(K)1ATW,G9TA-U(K)1AP,G9TB-U(K)1ATH-E,G9TB-U(K)1ATW-E img
Advantages for customers
  1. Provides a valuable solution for Grid disconnection.
  2. Supports energy efficiency of end products.
Data sheet G9TA Data sheet G9TB

10 MEMS Thermal Sensor (32 X 32)

  • 1,024 (32 X 32) pixels realize Detailed point temperature monitoring.
  • 200℃ of maximum object temperature is suitable for overheat monitoring.
  • Temperature conversion process is included in MCU.
D6T-32L-01A D6T-32L-01A img
Advantages for customers
  1. Realize non-contact overheat monitoring.
  2. Identify the location of overheating with high resolution pixel.
  3. Easy to use. No need for temperature conversion calculation.
Data sheet D6T

11 Push-In PCB Connector with Low Insertion Force

  • Omron’s original “double-spring structure” design offers very low insertion / extraction force without sacrificing contact reliability.
  • The “screwdriver holding” design supports secure wiring for operators with installation / maintenance activities.
NEW XW4M
XW4N XW4M/XW4N
Advantages for customers
  1. The ability to use one-hand insertion with very low force helps to reduce the operator’s wiring time during electrical testing in production and equipment installation / maintenance.
  2. To help ensure safe wiring with the screwdriver holding design for installation and maintenance work.
Data sheet XW4M/XW4N What is Omron’s unique dual-spring structure? Learn more here…

03Applications & Recommended Components for the Energy Market

01 PV Inverter (Commercial & Industrial)

Recent development of mega-solar photovoltaic power generation systems is looking more into increasing the capacity of decentralized PV inverters to maximize power generation and reduce maintenance costs.

PV Inverter (Commercial & Industrial) img
(1) Ground-faultDetection Circuit:G7L-X / G2RG / G6S / G6-Y More Information (2) Gridinterconnection:G7EB(100A) / G9KA(200A)(NEW) More Information (3) Control Signal Connection:XG4 More Information (4) Output Signal Connection:XW4M/XW4N(NEW) More Information PVI inverter

  • 1Ground-Fault Detection Circuit

    Relays are used in circuits where the insulation resistance between the DC input line and the ground is measured before the PV inverter starts.
    If the insulation resistance is smaller than the specified threshold value, the operation stops as provided by the safety standards.

    【Recommendation】 G7L-X G2RG G6S G6J-Y

  • 2Grid Interconnection

    Relays are required to comply with the safety standards to protect the electrical power system when equipment anomaly occurs.
    Our newest relays have high capacity and low heat generation features which are suitable for high-capacity inverters. PCB relays are getting utilized instead of magnet contactors to meet the decentralization trend of PV inverters.

    【New products】 G7EB(100A) G9KA(200A)

  • 3Control Signal Connection

    MIL connectors are used to connect between boards such as between control circuit boards and motherboard (inverter circuit) or communication circuit board.

    【Recommendation】 XG4 series

  • 4Output Signal Connection

    Push-in terminal block PCB connectors can be used to connect control circuit boards and outside optional boards.
    Low insertion force push-in PCB connector is newly released, which helps to reduce operator’s wiring time.

    【New products】 XW4M/XW4N XW4M/XW4N

02 Rapid Shutdown

In North America, a requirement exists to install a system intended to disconnect DC power. The system protects fire fighters against electrocution during firefighting operations.

Rapid Shutdown img
(1) Rapid Shutdown:G7L-X / G9EA / G9EC More Information *This circuit block diagram conforms to NEC 2014.

  • 1Rapid Shutdown

    Rapid shutdown device rated for up to 1,000Vdc is required on systems installedon the roof of homes and commercial buildings.

    【Recommendation】 G7L-X（maximum rated voltage 1,000V） G9EA-1 G9EC-1

03 Energy Storage System (Residential)

Countries that have ended the feed-in tariff program for solar energy generation are now turning to storage batteries to increase solar self-consumption.
Furthermore, there is a trend in using high-capacity and high output batteries that provide homes with backup power during power outage.

Energy Storage System (Residential) img
(1) Grid Interconnection:G6QE(Japan Electrical Appliance and Material Safety Act compliant.) / G7L-PV(IEC62109, VDEO126 compliant. Contact gap ≧ 1.8 mm) More Information (2) Critical Load Backup:G6QE / G2RL-E2 More Information (3) DC Inrush Bypass:G5PZ-X /G2RG-X / G9EJ-1-E More Information (4) DC Safety Shutdown:G5PZ-X(NEW) / G9KA(200A)(NEW) / G9KB / G7EB(100A) / G7L-X / G9EA More Information (5) Signal Connection:XG4 More Information

  • 1Grid Interconnection

    Relays are used to disconnect from the power grid in the event of a failure in the primary power source input or equipment faults.

    【Recommendation】 G6QE G7L-PV

  • 2Critical Load Backup

    Relays are used for stand-alone operation to continue supplying solar power to homes when the grid connection relay is disconnected during power outage.

    【Recommendation】 G6QE (36A) G2RL-EL (23A)

  • 3DC Inrush Bypass

    Relays and resistance with a bypass circuit are used to protect the equipment against inrush current that occur at the start of charging.

    【New products】 G5PZ-X G2RG-X G9EJ-1-E

  • 4DC Safety Shutdown

    Relays are used to safely disconnect in the event of a connection error between the battery and PV inverter or failure in battery power or the entire system. The relay is required to perform both positive (+) and negative (-) switching to open/close in both direction for charge and discharge action.

    【New products】 G5PZ-X G9KA(200A)G9KB G7EB(100A) G7L-X G9EA-1

  • 5Signal Connection

    MIL connectors are used for signal connection between control circuit boards and motherboard.

    【Recommendation】 XG4 series

04 Stationery EV Charger

04-1 AC Charger

With the growing demand of electric vehicles(Evs), the charging infrastructure is increasing, including the number of EV charging stations in various locations at homes and across cities (Mode 3) .
There is a growing trend in developing EV chargers with high-capacity output to achieve shorter charging time.

AC Charger img
(1) AC Safety Shutdown:G6QE / G7 / G7Z More Information (3) Signal Connection:XG4 More Information (2) Ground-Fault Detection:G5NB More Information (3) Signal Connection:XG4 More Information

  • 1AC Safety Shutdown

    Relays are used to disconnect from the power grid in the event of a failure in the primary power source input or equipment faults.
    Multipolar relays are available, particularly for multiphase disconnection for three-phase power supply used in public systems, for example.

    【Recommendation】 G7J, G7Z G6QE (36A)

  • 2Connecting Detection

    Micro switches are used for the connecting detection between vehicle and Charging gun.

    【Recommendation】 D2HW Smallest* long stroke sealed snap-action switch in the Market(up to 2A).
    *Omron evaluation as of July, 2020.
    D2AW High performance of contact reliability with a sliding contact structure(up to 0.1A). Its outline is the same as D2HW.

  • 3Ground-Fault Detection

    Relays are used in circuits where the insulation resistance between the DC input line and the ground is measured before the EV charger starts.
    If the insulation resistance is smaller than the specified threshold value, the operation stops as provided by the safety standards.

    【Recommendation】 G5NB

  • 4Signal Connection

    MIL connectors are used for signal connection between control circuit boards and motherboard.

    【Recommendation】 XG4 series

* Above products cannot be used for Mode 1 and Mode 2 IC-CPD charging cable applications.

04-2 DC Fast Charger

DC fast chargers are installed at locations such as highway service areas to enable quick charging (Mode 4).

DC Fast Charger img
(1) AC Safety Shutdown:G6QE / G7/G7Z(Use 3a contact as 3-phase AC safety shutdown) More Information (2) DC Discharge Circuit:7/G7Z(Use 1b contact as discharge resister connection) More Information (3) Ground-Fault Detection:G5NB More Information (4) Ground-Fault Detection:G5NB More Information (5) Signal Connection:XG4 More Information (6) DC Safety Shutdown:G9KA(200A)(NEW) / G9KB(NEW) / G7EB(100A) / G9EA / G9EC More Information
DC Voltage Switching Circuit

Some chargers use circuits that enable switching the output voltage to charge both high-voltage battery (1,000V) vehicles i.e. electric trucks and buses and low-voltage battery (500V) electric passenger vehicles.
In such case, relays are used for switching the circuit to provide complete physical insulation between the outputs for safe design.

(1)DC Voltage Switching Circuit:G7L-X / G9EA / G9EC More Information

  • 1AC Safety Shutdown

    Relays are used to disconnect from the power grid in the event of a failure in the primary power source input or equipment faults.
    Multipolar relays are available, particularly for multiphase disconnection for three-phase power supply used in public systems, for example.

    【Recommendation】 G7J, G7Z G6QE (36A)

  • 2DC Discharge Circuit

    Relays are used to connect discharge resistance on the output end to safely stop the charging once the charging completes.
    Recommendation is to use the multipolar relay with contact arrangement 3a1b and use 3a for AC safety shut cutoff and 1b for discharge circuit connection.

    【Recommendation】 G7J, G7Z

  • 3Connecting Detection

    Micro switches are used for the connecting detection between vehicle and Charging gun.

    【Recommendation】 D2HW Smallest* long stroke sealed snap-action switch in the Market(up to 2A).
    *Omron evaluation as of July, 2020.
    D2AW High performance of contact reliability with a sliding contact structure(up to 0.1A). Its outline is the same as D2HW.

  • 4Ground-Fault Detection

    Relays are used in circuits where the insulation resistance between the DC input line and the ground is measured before the EV charger starts.
    If the insulation resistance is smaller than the specified threshold value, the operation stops as provided by the safety standards.

    【Recommendation】 G5NB

  • 5Signal Connection

    MIL connectors are used for signal connection between control circuit boards and motherboard.

    【Recommendation】 XG4 series

  • 6DC Safety Shutdown

    Relays are used to safely disconnect in the event of a connection error between the battery and PV inverter or failure in battery power or the entire system. The relay is required to perform both positive (+) and negative (-) switching to open/close in both direction for charge and discharge action.

    【New products】 G9KA(200A) G9KB G7EB(100A) G9EA-1 G9EC-1

  • 1DC Voltage Switching Circuit

    【New products】 G7L-X G9EA-1 G9EC-1

04-3 V2H (Vehicle To Home)

The proliferation of solar photovoltaic power generation systems and electric vehicles across homes has led to an increase in EV batteries for stationary storage applications.
For such applications, DC charge and discharge control are carried out.

V2H (Vehicle To Home) img
(1) AC Safety Shutdown:G6QE(Japan Electrical Appliance and Material Safety Act compliant.) / G7L-PV(IEC62109, VDEO126 compliant. Contact gap ≧ 1.8 mm) More Information (2) DC Inrush Bypass:G2RG-X / G9E More Information (3) DC Safety Shutdown:G9KB(NEW) / G9KA(200A)(NEW) / G7EB(100A) / G7L-X / G9EA / G9EC More Information (4) DC Safety Shutdown:G7L-X More Information (5) Ground-Fault Detection:G5NB, etc. More Information (6) Signal Connection:XG4 More Information

  • 1AC Safety Shutdown

    Relays are used to disconnect from the power grid in the event of a failure in the primary power source input or equipment faults.

    【Recommendation】 G6QE G7L-PV

  • 2DC Inrush Bypass

    Relays and resistance with a bypass circuit are used to protect the equipment against inrush current that occurs at the start of charging.

    【Recommendation】G2RG-X G9EJ

  • 3DC Safety Shutdown

    Relays are used to disconnect the power supply to ensure safety when abnormalityis detected in the EV charging process.
    For V2H systems, the relay is required to perform both positive (+) and negative (-) switching to open/close in both direction for charge and discharge action.

    【New products】 G9KB G9KA(200A) G7EB(100A) G7L-X G9EA-1 G9EC-1

  • 4Connecting Detection

    Micro switches are used for the connecting detection between vehicle and Charging gun.

    【Recommendation】 D2HW Smallest* long stroke sealed snap-action switch in the Market(up to 2A).
    *Omron evaluation as of July, 2020.
    D2AW High performance of contact reliability with a sliding contact structure(up to 0.1A). Its outline is the same as D2HW.

  • 5Ground-Fault Detection

    Relays are used in circuits where the insulation resistance between the DC input line and the ground is measured before the EV charger starts.
    If the insulation resistance is smaller than the specified threshold value, the operation stops as provided by the safety standards.

    【Recommendation】 G5NB

  • 6Signal Connection

    MIL connectors are used for signal connection between control circuit boards and motherboard.

    【Recommendation】 XG4 series

05 Smart Meter

05-1 Smart Electricity Meter

Smart meters are becoming more common around the world as these devices visualize power usage as well as allow remote meter reading and remote control.

Electricity Smart Meter img
(2) Communication signal control:G3VM / G6-Y More Information (3) Alarm switching:G6B / G5Q More Information (4) Control Signal Connection:XF2M / XF3M More Information (5) External interface:B3FS / B3AL More Information (6) Open Cover Detection:D2FS/D3C / D2HW More Information

  • 1Communication Signal Control

    Relays are used to switch on and off the communications between the control center and smart meters.

    【Recommendation】 G3VMG6J-Y

  • 2Alarm Switching

    Relays are used to output alarm signals when meter malfunction occurs or there is an abnormality due to external factors.

    【Recommendation】 G6BG5Q

  • 3Control Signal Connection

    FPC/FFC type connectors are used for signal connection between the display PCboard and the main circuit board.

    【Recommendation】 XF2M/XF3M series

  • 4External Interface

    Tactile switches are used for the operation panel.

    【Recommendation】B3FS B3AL

  • 5Open Cover (Tamper) Detection

    Switches are used to detect when the case cover has been opened.

    【Recommendation】 D2FS D3C D2HW

05-2 Smart Gas Meter

Gas meters are equipped with various types of sensors for safety applications which enable automatic meter reading with wireless communication capability. This allows remote control, such as shutting off gas supply from the central control center. The sensors run on batteries and lower power consumption is desired for extended operation.

Gas Smart Meter img
(1) Disk Rotation Counting:EE-SX1330 More Information (2) Signal Connection:XF2M / XF3M More Information (3) External interface:B3SL More Information (4) Open Cover Detection:D2HW More Information (5) Earthquake Detection:D7A / D7S More Information

  • 1Disk Rotation Counting

    Optical sensors are used in diaphragm gas meters to allow counting disc rotation for a longer period by contactless method. By installing two sets of optical sensors, it allows detecting counter-rotating discs. The sensor reduces power consumption by pulse output proportional to the low-duty cycle.

    【Recommendation】 EE-SX1330
    Photo-IC type(faster response) also available

  • 2Signal Connection

    FPC/FFC type connectors are used for signal connection between the display PC boards and the main circuit board.

    【Recommendation】 XF2M/XF3M series

  • 3External Interface

    Tactile switches are used for the operation panel.

    【Recommendation】B3SL

  • 4Open Cover (Tamper) Detection

    Switches are used to detect when the case cover has been opened and signals an alert.

    【Recommendation】 D2HW

  • 5Earthquake Detection

    An earthquake detection sensor is used to activate the shut-off valve installed onthe gas meter in the event of an emergency to prevent secondary disaster.

    【Recommendation】 D7A Uses mechanical contact switch with no need for power and equipped with auto-level mechanism for mounting leeway of ±5°.
    D7S Uses Omron’s unique spectral intensity (SI) valuecalculation algorithm, which has a high correlation withthe seismic intensity scale and activates the shutoffoutput with high detection precision (very few detectionerrors). It is designed for low power consumption andmaintains long battery life.

06 Fuel Cell

The usage of fuel cells, which are one of the most ideal eco-friendly energy systems, are increasing as a source of energy for factories and cars as well as for decentralized energy generation for residential homes. The resulting waste heat production is also effectively used to meet the needs.

Fuel Cell img
(1) Air Flow Measuring:D6F More Information (2) Gas Flow Measuring:D6F More Information (3) Air Flow Measuring:D6F More Information (4) Air Flow Measuring:D6F More Information (5) Critical load backup:G2RL-1A/-2A / G2RG-2A(Contact gap ≧ 1.5 mm) More Information (6) Grid Interconnection:G2RL-1A/-2A / G2RG-2A(Contact gap ≧ 1.5 mm) More Information

  • 1Air Flow Measuring

    A flow sensor is used to measure the rate of air flow supplied to the burner of the fuel processing system (reformer) and perform feedback control.

    【Recommendation】 D6F Measures mass flow particularly suited for systems thatproduce electricity through a chemical reaction. Its unique flow path structure reduces the influence ofpulsation flow and piping variations.

  • 2Gas Flow Measuring

    A flow sensor is used to measure the rate of fuel gas flow supplied to the fuel processing system (reformer) and perform feedback control.

    【Recommendation】 D6F Measures mass flow particularly suited for systems thatproduce electricity through a chemical reaction. Its unique flow path structure reduces the influence ofpulsation flow and piping variations.

  • 3Air Flow Measuring

    A flow sensor is used to measure the rate of air flow supplied to the air poles of the fuel cell stack and perform feedback control.

    【Recommendation】 D6F Measures mass flow particularly suited for systems thatproduce electricity through a chemical reaction. Its unique flow path structure reduces the influence ofpulsation flow and piping variations.

  • 4Air Flow Measuring

    A flow sensor is used to measure the rate of air flow supplied to the fuel processing system (reformer) and perform feedback control.

    【Recommendation】 D6F Measures mass flow particularly suited for systems thatproduce electricity through a chemical reaction. Its unique flow path structure reduces the influence ofpulsation flow and piping variations.

  • 5Critical Load Backup

    Relays are used for stand-alone operation to continue supplying fuel cell power to some specified home loads when the grid connection relay is disconnected during power outage.

    【Recommendation】 G2RL-1A/2A G2RG-2A

  • 6Grid Interconnection

    Relays are used for grid interconnection switching to supply fuel cell power to homes.

    【Recommendation】 G2RL-1A/2A G2RG-2A

07 Pad Mounted Transformer

Pad mounted transformers require periodic inspection and maintenance carried out by qualified personnel. With a simple fault, serious problems can occur and many firms today face shortage of engineers qualified for the work.

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(1) Abnormal heat Detection:D6T-32L-01A More Information

  • 1Abnormal Heat Detection

    Deterioration from aging or structural failure during construction (e.g. connection failures) can cause abnormal heating leading to burnout. A temperature sensor is used for real-time temperature monitoring by contactless method to signal an alert when an abnormal temperature is detected to prevent an incident from occurring.
    The use of the sensor reduces the need for manpower.

    【Recommendation】 D6T-32L-01A

04Product Line-Up for Energy Market

AC High Capacity Relays

A wide product line with compact / low-heat generating features available for high capacity applications.

G7EB Contact voltage:AC800V Contact current:100A / G9KA(Coming Soon)Contact voltage:AC800V Contact current:150A-200A / G7Z Contact voltage:AC440V Contact current:40A / G2RL-E2 Contact voltage:AC250V Contact current:20A / G7L-PV Contact voltage:AC250V Contact current:30A / G6QE Contact voltage:AC250V Contact current:40A / G9TA(Latching)Contact voltage:AC250V Contact current:50A 100A / G9TB(Latching)Contact voltage:AC250V Contact current:100A 150A-200A

DC High Capacity Relays

Product line suited for low and high voltage applications.

G7L-X Contact voltage:1,000V Contact current:20A / G2RG-XContact voltage:600V 400V Contact current:8-15A / G7L-X Contact voltage:600V Contact current:30A / G2RG Contact voltage:110V Contact current:8-15A / G7EB Contact voltage:60V Contact current:100A / G9KA Contact voltage:60V Contact current:200A

To learn more about our DC power relays, please view this webinar,
“OMRON’s Innovations in DC Power Switching” here.

DC Power Relay G9KB Video（Long ver.）

MEMS Flow Sensors

The most suitable sensor from many variations can be selected.

Flow rate

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Flow velocity

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