Can a 24V Relay be Energized Safely with a 6A Power Supply?

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Energizing a 24V relay with a 24V, 6A power supply is safe, as the relay coil draws only 17mA. This low current draw means the power supply will not be overloaded or damaged. No additional resistors are necessary for this setup. The relay's switch contacts rated at 2 amps are also compatible with this configuration. Overall, the proposed setup is appropriate and should function without issues.
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I would like to energize the coil of a 24V relay with switch contacts rated at 2 amps and a coil draw of 17ma with a power supply rated at 24V & 6 amps. Will this be fine and not fry the power supply or coil or do I need a resistor. Any help would be very appreciated.

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If you are applying 24 volts to a 24 volts relay, you will be fine.
 
17ma means that it will draw 17ma of power from the supply.
 
Hey thanks fellas. Much obliged.
 

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