Protection Relays
Alternating Relays
ALT SERIES
8-pin Plug-in Alternating Relay
Description
The ALT series alternating relays are used to alternate between
two loads. The ALT is commonly used in duplex pumping
applications to balance the runtime of both pumps.
The ALT-S is used in single high-level float applications. When
the float switch opens, the alternating relay changes state,
forcing the other pump to run the next time the float closes.
All ALT relays have a built-in debounce feature that prevents
the relay from changing state if the switch or float contact
bounces momentarily.
The ALT-X has an internal cross-connected relay and is used
in dual high-level float applications. These floats are commonly
referred to as lead and lag floats.
Wiring Diagram
The pumps alternate as in the ALT-S version but the cross-
connected relay configuration allows both pumps to run
simultaneously when both the lead and lag floats are closed.
TYPICAL WIRING DIAGRAM FORTHE ALT-S
These relays are also available with a built-in switch (SW option)
that is used to manually force one of the pumps to run every
time the float switch is closed. This is helpful when a pump has
been removed for repair or for test purposes. In the case of the
ALT-X-SW, the switch essentially forces one pump to be the
lead pump, while still allowing the second to run when both
floats are closed.
Must use the OT08PC socket for UL Rating!
*Note: Manufacturer’s recommended screw terminal torque for the OT series
Octal Sockets is 12 in.-lbs.
TYPICAL WIRING DIAGRAM FOR THE ALT-X (CROSS CONNECTED)
ALTERNATING RELAY
S1
F1
Features & Benefits
L1
L2
2
7
3
6
1
8
4
5
FEATURES
BENEFITS
F2
S2
Prevents nuisance actuating causes by waves or
spashing in the tank
F1 - F2:
Debounce time delay
1-2A TYPICAL SIZE
FOR CONTACTOR COILS
Built-in manual/
auto switch
Force lead pump operation when a pump is
removed for repair or testing (on select models)
F3
F4
L1
L2
PUMP
#1
Ordering Information
F3 - F6:
SIZE FOR INDIVIDUAL
PUMP APPLICATION
F5
MODEL
ALT024-S†
LINE VOLTAGE
DESCRIPTION
MAGNETIC CONTACTORS
20-26 V ac or V dc
For single high-level float applications
For single high-level float applications
with built in manual switch
L1
L2
ALT024-S-SW†
ALT115-S
20-26 V ac or V dc
95-125 V ac
PUMP
#2
F6
For single high-level float applications
For single high-level float applications
with built in manual switch
95-125 V ac
ALT115-S-SW
For dual high-level (lead and lag) float
applications
For dual high-level (lead and lag) float
applications with built in manual switch
For single high-level float applications
For single high-level float applications
with built in manual switch
95-125 V ac
ALT115-X
Accessories
OT08PC Octal 8-pin Socket
95-125 V ac
195-250 V ac
195-250 V ac
ALT115-X-SW
ALT230-S
8-pin 35 mm DIN rail or surface mount. Rated at
10 A @ 600 V ac. Surface mounted with two #6
screws or snaps onto a 35 mm DIN rail.
ALT230-S-SW
For dual high-level (lead and lag) float
applications
For dual high-level (lead and lag) float
applications with built in manual switch
195-250 V ac
195-250 V ac
ALT230-X
ALT230-X-SW
†ALT024-S and ALT024-S-SW are not UL Listed
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Rev: 2-C-043019