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Crydom is the world leading brand of Solid State Relays, all manufactured and sold by the SSR Business Unit of CST. Crydom product offer includes thousands of catalog off-the-shelf items, as well as custom-designed solid state relays and related products. Crydom manufactures and commercializes two of the most preferred brands of Solid State Relay around the world; Crydom and Crouzet. Crydom offers a wide variety of off-the-shelf Solid State Relays and Contactors, I/O Modules & mounting boards, Controls and Power Modules, and specializes in custom designed solid state switching solutions for any application. At Crydom, technology and innovation combine to exceed our Customer’s most demanding performance requirements.

Crydom’s solid-state relays have gained popularity due to their ability to provide silent operation, high reliability, and extended service life compared to traditional electromechanical relays.

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Crydom was founded in 1968 and has since become a leading provider of solid-state relay solutions. The company has its headquarters in the United States and has a global presence with manufacturing facilities around the world.

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Crydom CROUZET SSR: Crydom is a well-known manufacturer of solid-state relays (SSRs) and other power control solutions. Solid-state relays are electronic switches that use semiconductor devices, such as thyristors or triacs, to perform switching operations without any moving parts. Crydom’s products are widely used in various industries for controlling electrical loads, providing improved reliability, faster switching times, and reduced noise compared to traditional electromechanical relays.

Sensata CrydomIn 2015, Sensata Technologies Holding N.V. (NYSE: ST) successfully completed the acquisition of the sensing portfolio of Custom Sensors & Technologies, Inc. (CST). This strategic acquisition encompassed renowned product lines and brands, including Kavlico, BEI, Crydom, and Newall. The acquisition extended to encompass sales, engineering, and manufacturing facilities situated across multiple key locations, spanning the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, China, and Mexico.

Sensata Technologies stands as a prominent global player in the realm of sensing, electrical protection, control, and power management solutions. With a substantial presence in fifteen different countries, the company’s extensive operations and business centers contribute to its esteemed status. Through its cutting-edge products, Sensata Technologies plays a pivotal role in enhancing safety, efficiency, and comfort for countless individuals on a daily basis. This impact is felt across various sectors, including automotive, appliances, aviation, industrial, military, heavy vehicles, heating, air-conditioning, ventilation, data technology, telecommunications, recreational vehicles, and marine applications.

CrydomCrydom is the world’s leading solid state relay manufacturer. Crydom offers the widest range of off-the-shelf solid state relays, contactors and related products, as well as custom-designed solid state switching solutions.

At Crydom virtually everything is accomplished in-house to assure complete control over SSR manufacturing, delivery, and above all quality. With product design, development, manufacturing and management personnel under one roof, Crydom is geared for fast response to your requirements. This infrastructure paired with extensive knowhow allows Crydom to manufacture Crydom’s world class SSRs.

Solid state relays turn devices on or off and have no moving parts or arcing contacts to wear out, so they have longer lives than other relays. They’re resistant to moisture and are protected against surges, so they can be used in harsh conditions. Sensata/Crydom is the global expert in solid state switching technology. They combine technology and innovation to provide customers a wide range of standard Solid State Relays and Solid State Contactors, and specialize in custom designed solid state switching solutions for any load control application.

Crydom’s more than 40 years of experience providing top notch switching solutions and support make Crydom the indisputable global expert in solid state relay technology and preferred choice of companies all over the world.
History of Crydom’s Relay Manufacturing Company

In 1960 Crydom was founded in Anaheim, CA.
In 1968 International Rectifier Corporation acquires Crydom, a manufacturer of high power DC motor drives.
In 1971 The Crydom Controls division of International Rectifiers invents the first Solid State Relay.
In 1972 Crydom began SSR manufacturing and marketing. Crydom’s first panel mount Solid State Relay later became the industry standard for solid state relays.
In 1987 Crydom was sold to Silicon Power Cube Corporation.
In 2006 Crydom was acquired by Schneider Electric to combine the Crydom assets with its existing offer, through Crouzet.
Schneider Electric formed the Custom Sensors & Technologies (CST) Division which grouped several companies which later consolidated into one company with several product lines and brands.
In 2014 Custom Sensors & Technologies (CST) was acquired by PAI Partners SAS (~35%) and The Carlyle Group [NASDAQ:CG] (~35%). Schneider Electric remained a minority shareholder (~30%).
In 2015 Sensata Technologies Holding N.V. (NYSE: ST) acquired the sensing portfolio of Custom Sensors & Technologies (CST) including the Kavlico, BEI, Crydom and Newall brands.