--- product_id: 7893719 title: "5V 8 Channel Relay Shield Module for Arduino R3 2560 1280 ARM PIC AVR STM32 Raspberry Pi 3, 2 Model B & B+" brand: "sunfounder" price: "B/.31" currency: PAB in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Sun Founder" url: https://www.desertcart.com.pa/products/7893719-5v-8-channel-relay-shield-module-for-arduino-r3-2560 store_origin: PA region: Panama --- # 5V coil voltage for low power control LED indicators for real-time relay status 8 high-current relay channels, 10A each 5V 8 Channel Relay Shield Module for Arduino R3 2560 1280 ARM PIC AVR STM32 Raspberry Pi 3, 2 Model B & B+ **Brand:** sunfounder **Price:** B/.31 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🔗 Unlock Industrial-Grade Control with a Click — Your Smart Projects Deserve This! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** 5V 8 Channel Relay Shield Module for Arduino R3 2560 1280 ARM PIC AVR STM32 Raspberry Pi 3, 2 Model B & B+ by sunfounder - **How much does it cost?** B/.31 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.pa](https://www.desertcart.com.pa/products/7893719-5v-8-channel-relay-shield-module-for-arduino-r3-2560) ## Best For - sunfounder enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted sunfounder brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Compact & Durable Design:** Slim 14cm x 5.7cm shield fits perfectly on your PCB mount with CE and RoHS certifications for safety and reliability. - • **Real-Time Status Feedback:** Integrated LED indicators keep you instantly informed of relay activation—no guesswork, just control. - • **Powerful 8-Channel Control:** Manage up to 8 devices simultaneously with robust 10A relays for industrial-grade switching. - • **Effortless Integration & Automation:** Standard interfaces and low 15-20mA driver current make automation projects smoother and more energy-efficient. - • **Seamless Microcontroller Compatibility:** Plug-and-play with Arduino, Raspberry Pi, ARM, PIC, AVR, and more for ultimate project flexibility. ## Overview The SunFounder 5V 8 Channel Relay Shield is a compact, high-performance interface board designed for seamless integration with popular microcontrollers like Arduino and Raspberry Pi. Featuring 8 high-current relays rated at 10A each, it supports reliable switching of AC and DC loads with real-time LED status indicators. Certified for safety and efficiency, this shield empowers professionals and makers to automate and control multiple devices effortlessly in industrial and DIY projects. ## Description desertcart.com: SunFounder 5V 8 Channel Relay Shield Module for Arduino R3 2560 1280 ARM PIC AVR STM32 Raspberry Pi 3, 2 Model B & B+ : Electronics Review: Good relay board. - Bought this relay board to make a remote control for physically disconnecting a comm bus at a remote site to allow for troubleshooting. It works well being controlled with an arduino. Review: Works Great! - Recommended! ## Features - 5V 8-Channel Relay interface board, and each one needs 15-20mA Driver Current - Equiped with high-current relay, AC250V 10A ; DC30V 10A - Standard interface that can be controlled directly by microcontroller (Compatible with Arduino , 8051, AVR, PIC, DSP, ARM, ARM, MSP430, TTL logic) - Indication LED’s for Relay output status - Size:14cm x 5.7cm x 1.7cm (5.51inch x2.24inch x 0.67inch) ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00DR9SE4A | | Best Sellers Rank | #32,181 in Industrial & Scientific ( See Top 100 in Industrial & Scientific ) #57 in Single Board Computers (Computers & Accessories) #398 in Industrial Electrical Controls & Indicators | | Brand | SunFounder | | Brand Name | SunFounder | | Coil Voltage | 5 volts | | Connector Type | Plug-In | | Contact Current Rating | 10 A | | Current Rating | 10 A | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 1,296 Reviews | | Item Weight | 9.07 g | | Manufacturer | SunFounder | | Maximum Switching Current | 10 A | | Minimum Switching Voltage | 5 volts | | Model | 8C-5V | | Mounting Type | PCB Mount | | Operation Mode | Automatic | | Part Number | 8C-5V | | Specification Met | Ce, Rohs, and Other Relevant Electrical Performance, Safety, and Environmental Standards | | UPC | 520141420814 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Warranty Description | 1 Month | | Wattage | 50 watts | ## Product Details - **Brand:** SunFounder - **Connector Type:** Plug-In - **Current Rating:** 10 A - **Mounting Type:** PCB Mount - **Operation Mode:** Automatic ## Images ![5V 8 Channel Relay Shield Module for Arduino R3 2560 1280 ARM PIC AVR STM32 Raspberry Pi 3, 2 Model B & B+ - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71M29xMMLZL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Does this work with a particle photon?** A: I found that the series 3 denuralizer’s photon emitter is phased incorrectly being effected by the relay fly back current, thus under the wave particle duality presumption the photons are not behaving in a sinusoidal manner. Try using 7v for supply voltage. **Q: what does the jumper do?** A: You can remove the jumper to provide a different power supply (JD-VCC) to the relay actuation circuit from the one used by the host controller and to the LED side of the optocouplers. According to the relay spec, the nominal current draw is 71mA, and if for a 8 relay board that would be 568mA, and if you turn on all 8 relays simultaneously, you'll need 2-3 time more to achieve the latency. **Q: Just purchased one of these. Can I hook it directly to the Raspberry Pi or do I need to use a Mosfet or Opto Isolator?** A: Based on the picture, this 2 relay shield already has opto isolators for both relays (that is what the two 4 pin modules are). Raspberry Pi uses 3.3V and this uses 5V, so you may want to use a level shifter (or an NPN transistor with two resistors) to keep from overloading the Pi output. **Q: Is this a mechanical relay or an SSR? I am looking for something that will not make an audible sound when switching, and can provide very fast respons** A: It's a mechanical relay and makes a click, but it is not very loud. There are ssr "relays" available. Make sure to use a good heat sink if you need to switch any real current. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good relay board. *by F***O on February 25, 2026* Bought this relay board to make a remote control for physically disconnecting a comm bus at a remote site to allow for troubleshooting. It works well being controlled with an arduino. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works Great! *by A***B on April 28, 2026* Recommended! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Exactly what I needed *by M***O on December 14, 2017* This module is perfect! It comes all soldered and has the screw-in terminals. Like almost all relays of this type it can't handle more than 10 A. In the rest of the world that would be no problem since 230 V breakers trip at 10 A. But in North America, with 15 A and 20 A circuits, this is not going to work. That limits you to devices 1200 W or less. My first project with it is a system to water plants. The pump only requires 4-12 V and probably a few hundred milliamps. By the way, if you want to power bulbs or for many other applications, I recommended using DC voltage. The bulbs will light up just the same, but it will be much less dangerous than dealing with AC. ONE PROBLEM: It lacks labeling of the relay terminals. NO Normally Open, C Common, NC Normally Closed are not printed. ONE GIANT ADVANTAGE: This module compared to others is great because you supply 5V to it through a separate pin, so you don't have to provide the required current on the input pin. The module does that for you. Many boards out there will have only an input pin, which you can't use directly, you'll have to build the missing circuitry so you can control the relay with your Arduino or whatnot. Plus some boards are missing the very important diodes! It also has one status LED per relay so you know what's going on at all times. 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