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Old Mar 5, 2026 | 08:34 AM
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Need a diode between the new relay and the dk grn wire and a flyback diode on the relay. Maybe just the flyback would be ok.
But, I see no use for it at all.
Old Mar 5, 2026 | 10:09 AM
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Old Mar 6, 2026 | 03:27 PM
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Originally Posted by donbrew
Need a diode between the new relay and the dk grn wire and a flyback diode on the relay. Maybe just the flyback would be ok.
But, I see no use for it at all.
I agree that it's not needed. I just liked the mental exercise. So from a non-electrical guy, pleased to explain that the need for those diodes. I know what a diode is. I just don't know why it's needed or what kind of reading rating would be appropriate.

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Old Mar 6, 2026 | 05:50 PM
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Old Mar 6, 2026 | 05:58 PM
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Old Mar 6, 2026 | 05:58 PM
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When relays release there is usually a surge (flyback) the diode prevents it from doing damage. Some relays have a diode built in.
The other one would be needed to prevent the 2 ground signals from confusing things.
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