[Amps] Arcing

[Tom Rauch]

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> When DC current abruptly stops, the potential for reverse potential is
> impressive.  I've measured 400v-pk with an o'scope across 24vdc relay
> coils.  I would like to hear Mr. Rauch's explanation of why the operating
> voltage limits reverse potential.


As I said before when it is a sinewave there is no transient or energy
storage and release, unlike the case when something abruptly switches off
allowing fields to collapse.

But I'm sure you know that and read that, and are baiting me like an eel.

73 Tom