How to Wire Relays 101 - Branch Circuits | Ep: 6/10

Need to control an electrical load from a long way away? You’re gonna need a relay, and that’s exactly what we’re covering in this video. We’ll walk through how relays work, why they’re useful for long cable runs and high-power loads, and even dive into Bluetooth-controlled options like the Victron Smart Battery Protect. Stick around to learn everything you need to know to wire a relay into your system! This is episode 6.6 in our Branch Circuits Playlist in the EXPLORIST.life Academy. *➤Blog Post:* https://explorist.life/how-to-wire-relays-101 🙋‍♂️ *Visit https://academy.EXPLORIST.life to experience every lesson, ad-free.* Follow along with a lesson plan, quizzes, and chat with other members. In the academy, you don't have to wait until every Sunday to watch the videos and read the articles; they will simply be published once we are finished. *➤ Join the EXPLORIST.life Academy:* https://academy.explorist.life *➤ Shop the EXPLORIST.life Store:* https://shop.explorist.life Here are some additional resources that you may find helpful with planning and installing your DIY Camper: FULL ELECTRICAL INSTALLS: ➤50A 5th Wheel RV - Full Electrical Upgrade: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PavRWuOax1M&list=PLmvhcyi4n0TUU8FUc6LE38TBkdSLjdw_5&index=8 ➤30A Class C Motorhome - Full Electrical Upgrade: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9fmL1RfmZJk&list=PLmvhcyi4n0TUU8FUc6LE38TBkdSLjdw_5&index=1 ➤ 30A Travel Trailer - Full Electrical Upgrade: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KM_8s4cTjWA&list=PLmvhcyi4n0TVgcroqXl5QvJM0afUes_zX&index=1 ➤ Truck Camper - Full Electrical Upgrade: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gcDYiYgUCzg&list=PLmvhcyi4n0TVgcroqXl5QvJM0afUes_zX&index=6 ➤ Ford Transit Camper Van Electrical Install: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E5q7_4FH4LQ&t=2874s&list=PLmvhcyi4n0TVgcroqXl5QvJM0afUes_zX&index=3&t=1897s ➤ DIY Sprinter Camper Van Electrical Install - Full Tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=01F4QDVJUq0&list=PLmvhcyi4n0TVgcroqXl5QvJM0afUes_zX&index=3&t=1897s ➤ Binge the Transit Van Build: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmvhcyi4n0TVfA4XCYJBkzfUXunSON1zX 00:00 Introduction 00:23 Prerequisite Information 00:38 Power Source 01:18 Wiring a Relay: Step by Step Guide 05:29 Using a Bluetooth Relay for Wireless Control