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What is difference between relay and switch?

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Switches are manually actuated by the user. Relays are controlled by energizing an electro magnet, which in turn causes the contacts to open/close. Usually, at least in the US, the relay is said to “make” (close) or “break” (open). In eaaence, a rely is a switch, controlled by another device.

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