power control device
power control device
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Hi,
What kind of device should I look for if I want to control the voltage source feeding a gauge based on temperature readings?
What I'm trying to do is to ensure the internal temp of the gauge doesn't get too hot. So I want to have some kind of temp sensor to read the internal gauge temp and send the readings back to "the device." Based on the temp range, I want "the device" to switch on/off the power source feeding the gauge. Better yet, if the device can switch to different voltage levels. I'm looking at 120V or less, and 1-2A.
I've never done automation control, so I don't even know where to start. Please point me to right direction. Thank you in advance.
What kind of device should I look for if I want to control the voltage source feeding a gauge based on temperature readings?
What I'm trying to do is to ensure the internal temp of the gauge doesn't get too hot. So I want to have some kind of temp sensor to read the internal gauge temp and send the readings back to "the device." Based on the temp range, I want "the device" to switch on/off the power source feeding the gauge. Better yet, if the device can switch to different voltage levels. I'm looking at 120V or less, and 1-2A.
I've never done automation control, so I don't even know where to start. Please point me to right direction. Thank you in advance.






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