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Waveshare 3-Channel Relay HAT for Raspberry Pi 3/4

₹1,199.00 (Inclusive of all taxes)
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The Waveshare 3-Channel Relay HAT equips your Raspberry Pi with the ability to control up to three high-voltage/high-current AC or DC devices, making it ideal for smart home automation and industrial control projects. It features photo-coupling isolation to protect your Raspberry Pi from high-voltage circuits and provides clear status indication via onboard LEDs.

Features

  • Standard 40PIN GPIO header for seamless Raspberry Pi series compatibility.
  • Three high-quality relays capable of switching loads up to 5A at 250V AC or 30V DC.
  • Features photocoupler isolation to protect your Raspberry Pi from high-voltage circuits.
  • Onboard LEDs provide clear, real-time status indication for each relay.
  • Configurable relay control via default or user-defined GPIO pins using an onboard jumper.

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Description

The Waveshare 3-Channel Relay HAT empowers your Raspberry Pi to become a central hub for smart automation, enabling precise control over up to three independent high-voltage or high-current electrical devices. This HAT transforms ordinary home appliances or industrial equipment into intelligent, controllable systems, manageable via your Raspberry Pi, potentially through a mobile application interface.

Designed for reliability and safety, the board integrates high-quality relays capable of switching 230V AC 5A loads, along with photocoupler isolation to safeguard your Raspberry Pi’s sensitive GPIOs from voltage spikes and noise from the power switching circuits. Onboard LEDs clearly indicate the operational status of each relay, ensuring straightforward monitoring. A flexible relay control jumper allows users to either utilize default GPIO pins for simple integration or configure custom pins for more advanced, application-specific control scenarios.

Key Features

  • Standard 40PIN GPIO extension header ensures broad compatibility with Raspberry Pi series boards.
  • Equipped with three high-quality relays, handling loads up to 5A at 250V AC or 5A at 30V DC.
  • Features photocoupling isolation (PC817) to effectively prevent interference from high-voltage circuits and protect the Raspberry Pi.
  • Onboard LEDs provide clear visual indication of each relay's current ON/OFF status.
  • Includes a relay control jumper, enabling selection between default control pins and custom GPIOs for flexible integration.
  • Provided with comprehensive development resources, including example code in wiringPi, WebioPi, shell, Python, and bcm2835.

Applications

  • Smart home automation and intelligent device control (e.g., lighting, fans, door locks).
  • Industrial process control and automation systems.
  • Remote control of AC/DC appliances via mobile or web interfaces.
  • Building DIY IoT projects requiring high-power switching capabilities.
  • Educational projects demonstrating electrical switching and isolation.

Technical Specifications

Item TypeHAT (Hardware Attached on Top)
CompatibilityRaspberry Pi series (40-PIN GPIO)
Relay Channels3-channel
Max Load Current5A (per channel)
Max Load Voltage250V AC / 30V DC
Contact FormSPDT (Single-Pole Double-Throw) - NO, NC
IsolationPhotocoupler (PC817)
Closed Current6mA (per channel)
Connector TypeScrew Terminal Block
Dimensions (L x W)65.15mm x 56.2mm (6.515cm x 5.62cm)
Weight50g (0.05kg)
ColorBlue

Frequently Asked Questions

What Raspberry Pi models are compatible with this 3-Channel Relay HAT?

This Waveshare Relay HAT is designed with a standard 40PIN GPIO extension header, making it compatible with all Raspberry Pi models that feature the 40-pin GPIO, including Raspberry Pi 3, 4, Zero, and 5. Ensure your software configuration matches the Pi model.

What is the maximum load capacity for each relay channel?

Each of the three high-quality relays on the HAT can handle a maximum load of 5 Amperes. This applies to both AC circuits at up to 250 Volts and DC circuits at up to 30 Volts, making it suitable for controlling various home appliances.

How does the photocoupling isolation protect the Raspberry Pi?

The onboard photocouplers (PC817) provide galvanic isolation between the Raspberry Pi's low-voltage digital control circuitry and the high-voltage relay circuits. This crucial safety feature prevents voltage spikes, electrical noise, and ground loop issues from damaging the Raspberry Pi's sensitive GPIO pins.

Can I use custom GPIO pins to control the relays instead of the default ones?

Yes, the Waveshare 3-Channel Relay HAT features a relay control jumper. By opening this jumper, you can use jumper wires to connect the relay control inputs to any available GPIO pins on your Raspberry Pi, offering flexibility for custom projects and avoiding conflicts.

Package Includes

  • 1x Waveshare 3-Channel Relay HAT for Raspberry Pi

Additional Information

Weight 0.05 kg
Dimensions 6.515 × 5.62 cm