instrument-type relay

instrument-type relay

[′in·strə·mənt ‚tīp ′rē‚lā]

(electricity)

A relay constructed like a meter, with one adjustable contact mounted on the scale and the other contact mounted on the pointer. Also known as contact-making meter.

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