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OEX ACX1940RBL Mini Relay 12V DC Normally Open 40A - Resistor Protected

SKU: ACX1940RBL
Price
$21
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Product features

OEX ACX1940RBL 12V 40A Normally Open Mini Relay Resistor Spike Protection IP67 Sealed 5 Blade Terminals Single Unit

The OEX ACX1940RBL is a 12V, 40A normally open mini relay with resistor spike protection, supplied as a single unit. The five-blade terminal configuration is the standard mini relay footprint used across a wide range of automotive relay sockets and harnesses, making it a direct-fit replacement for switching accessories, lighting, fans and other 12V loads. Silver tin oxide contacts, IP67 sealed housing and a removable mounting tab. Also available in a bulk pack of 20 as ACX1940RB. Covered by a one year warranty.

Product overview

The ACX1940RBL is the single-unit version of the ACX1940RB, sharing identical specifications 12V, 40A, normally open, standard five-blade ISO footprint, resistor spike protection, IP67 sealed housing, silver tin oxide contacts and removable mounting tab. The single blister pack suits individual installations and replacements where the bulk pack of 20 is more than required.

At 40A the ACX1940RBL handles driving lights, LED light bars, electric fans, compressors, air lockers, horns and other mid to high current accessories. The resistor spike protection suppresses the voltage spike generated when the relay coil is de-energised, protecting sensitive electronics and ECU outputs in the triggering circuit. The IP67 sealed housing provides full protection against dust and temporary water immersion for underbonnet and exposed mounting.

Features and benefits

40A rating: Suited to driving lights, LED light bars, electric fans, compressors, air lockers and other mid to high current 12V accessories.

Normally open contact: Circuit is open at rest and closes when the relay coil is energised the most common relay configuration for switching accessories on in response to a trigger signal.

Resistor spike protection: Suppresses the voltage spike generated when the relay coil is de-energised, protecting sensitive electronics and ECU outputs in the triggering circuit.

IP67 sealed housing: Fully protected against dust and temporary water immersion, suited to underbonnet, exposed and marine-adjacent mounting positions.

5 blade terminals standard ISO mini relay footprint: Compatible with standard mini relay sockets and harnesses across a wide range of vehicles and accessories.

Silver tin oxide contacts: Reliable switching performance with excellent contact life.

Removable mounting tab: Flexible installation options for panel and bracket mounting.

Single unit: For individual installations or replacements.

Also available in bulk pack of 20: The ACX1940RB is the same relay in a workshop-quantity pack of 20.

One year warranty: Covered by a one year OEX warranty.

Technical specs

Specification Detail
SKU ACX1940RBL
Brand OEX
Type Mini Relay
Voltage 12V
Current Rating 40A
Relay Action Normally Open
Terminals 5 Blade
Spike Protection Resistor
Contact Material Silver Tin Oxide
IP Rating IP67
Mounting Removable tab
Pack Quantity 1
Weight 0.1kg
Warranty One year
Sold As Single unit

Frequently asked questions

What is a normally open relay? A normally open relay has a contact that is open (disconnected) when the relay coil is not energised. When the coil receives a trigger signal it closes the contact, completing the circuit to the load. This is the most common relay configuration for switching accessories on in response to a signal.

What does resistor spike protection do? When a relay coil is de-energised it generates a voltage spike that can damage sensitive electronics in the triggering circuit. A resistor across the coil terminals suppresses this spike, providing protection for ECU outputs and control module switching particularly important in modern vehicles with complex electronics.

What is the standard mini relay terminal layout? The 5-blade mini relay uses the standard ISO automotive relay terminal layout: 85 (coil negative), 86 (coil positive), 30 (common/battery), 87 (normally open) and 87a (normally closed not active on a normally open relay). This layout is compatible with standard mini relay sockets and harnesses.

Is this relay suitable for underbonnet use? Yes. The IP67 sealed housing provides full protection against dust and temporary water immersion, making it suitable for underbonnet, exposed and marine-adjacent mounting positions.

Is this product available in larger quantities? Yes. The ACX1940RB is the same relay available in a bulk pack of 20, suited to workshop stock and multiple installations.