ECE

Terminal blocks, DIP switches, rotary coded switches, relays and contactors

About the manufacturer

Excel Cell Electronic Co., Ltd. was established in Taiwan in 1981. The company specialises in manufacturing terminal blocks, DIP switches, rotary coded switches, relays and contactors. Drawing on many years of industry experience, modern production lines and rigorous quality control processes, ECE has earned the trust of engineers and electronic equipment manufacturers.

The manufacturer supplies switches, connectors and electromechanical components for industrial automation, consumer electronics, measuring equipment, security systems and automotive applications. Its products are designed for reliable operation, repeatable electrical parameters and straightforward integration into printed circuit boards and control systems.

DIP switches are one of the company’s key product groups. They are used to configure operating settings in controllers, alarm systems, network equipment and other electronic devices. Their compact dimensions and direct PCB mounting allow device parameters to be changed without modifying the software.

Rotary coded switches allow numerical values to be set or predefined operating options to be selected. They are used in configuration circuits, security systems, measuring equipment and operator interfaces where a clear and repeatable hardware setting is required.

ECE relays and contactors are intended for reliable switching and control of electrical circuits. Relays allow higher-power loads to be operated using low-power control signals, while contactors are used primarily in motor control and power circuits. The manufacturer offers miniature, industrial and automotive relay solutions and pays particular attention to contact material quality, low contact resistance and long switching life.

Applications

ECE products are used in many areas of electronics and electrical engineering:

• Industrial automation – controllers, control cabinets, machines and production systems.

• Consumer electronics – household appliances and electronic devices requiring configuration or switching functions.

• Measuring equipment – parameter selection, circuit configuration and control of measuring functions.

• Security systems – alarm equipment, access control and hardware configuration circuits.

• Automotive electronics – switching and control of electrical circuits in vehicles.

• Power and motor control – operation of loads, motors and higher-power circuits.

• Network and communication equipment – hardware configuration using compact PCB-mounted switches.

DIP switches and rotary coded switches are particularly useful for hardware configuration, while relays and contactors enable safe isolation and control of higher-power electrical loads.

ECE products available from Maritex

Maritex is an authorised distributor of ECE products in Poland. The range includes components intended for industrial automation, electronic equipment, measuring systems, security installations and automotive applications.

Available product groups include:

• Terminal blocks and electrical connectors.

• DIP switches.

• Rotary coded switches.

• Electromagnetic relays.

• Miniature, industrial and automotive relays.

• Contactors.

• Relay sockets and accessories.

Products available from Maritex include ECE relay models such as EDR201A05 and EPR211A406. Through the maritex.eu platform, customers can review the current range, access product data sheets and obtain professional technical support.

Depending on the product series, ECE components differ in contact arrangement, rated coil voltage, switching capacity, mounting method, number of switch positions and mechanical design. The relevant data sheet should be consulted when selecting a component for a particular application.

FAQ

What are the advantages of using relay sockets instead of mounting relays directly?

Relay sockets make installation servicing considerably easier. A faulty relay can be replaced within seconds without disconnecting wires or rewiring the system. Sockets also protect relay pins against damage during transport and installation and allow the circuit to be tested before the relay is finally installed.

Can the same socket be used for different relay types?

This depends on the design of the socket and relay. Many sockets are intended for specific relay series because of their pin arrangement and dimensions. Before purchasing, check compatibility in the relevant data sheets or consult a technical adviser to ensure that the socket matches the selected relay model.

Terminal Blocks