FCL Components Launches Socket-Type Compatible Relay for PLC Applications (Americas)

SAN JOSE, Calif. – April 21, 2026 – FCL Components America, Inc., has released the FTR-MYWA, the next generation, a socket-type compatible version of the FTR-MY relay series. The FTR-MYWA was developed for use in Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) applications such as in factory automation equipment. Slim-line relays play a critical role in expanding the usable PLC input and output, providing electrical isolation and enabling safe switching of higher-power loads.

In programmable logic controllers, the relay acts as an interface between the PLC control logic and field devices. Its primary functions include:

• Electrical isolation between low-power PLC electronics and higher-power field circuits
• Voltage and current adaptation between low-power PLC electronics and higher-power field circuits
• Protection of PLC outputs from overloads, short circuits, and transient voltages
• Simplified maintenance, making it easy to replace the relay in the event of a failure

The FTR-MYWA is designed to be quickly and easily plugged into sockets, ensuring fast installation and replacement, with no need for board mounting. This enables end users to optimize their costs.

Because the FTR-MYWA’s terminals are pre-soldered, it may also be used as a Printed Circuit Board (PCB) relay.

Key features of FCL Components’ FTR-MYWA socket-type compatible relay include:

• Socket mounting guide
• 5.0 x 20.9 x 12.0mm (slim line), 2.5g
• 1a
• 150mW Nominal (coil) power, 74mW operate power
• Max. 30mΩ contact resistance (at 1A)
• Max. switching current 5A
• Highly reliable bifurcated gold overlay AgNi contacts
• Operate temperature -40 to +90°C
• Dielectric strength between contacts 750VAC, between coil to contacts 3,000VAC
• Surge strength between coil to contacts 5,080V
• Long electric life; min. 100K operations at 3A, 250VAC/30VDC and min. 50K operations at 5A, 250VAC/30VDC

FCL Components is also developing the FTR‑MY‑RW, a reflow‑compatible sealed relay scheduled for release in April 2027.

Please contact one of our local FCL Components Sales Representatives for more information and samples.