Crydom is a global expert in solid state switching technology. Crydom combines technology and innovation to provide customers a wide range of standard Solid State Relays and Solid State Contactors, and specializes in custom designed solid state switching solutions for any load control application.Crydom 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.
