General Purpose Relay Pricing
Analysis of 412,539 eBay listings for general purpose relays.
What you'll usually pay
๐ก Used ones cost about 42% more here.
๐ In short easy summary
The best value is found in 4-pin models and 40 A units, which are 24% and 16% below the market median respectively. High-end industrial brands like Siemens command a significant premium, trading at 182% above the median.
๐ Best value for your money
Price by number of pins
Why? Price varies by complexity, from 4-Pin at 15.49 to 11-Pin at 23.99.
Price by maximum amperage
Why? Higher capacity units cost more, with 60 A at 38.34 compared to 40 A at 17.08.
Price by brand
Why? Industrial specialization drives costs, with Siemens at 57.24 and Omron at 19.99.
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Common questions
What is the typical cost for a new general purpose relay?
The median price for new units is 21.16.
Which brand is the most expensive on the secondary market?
Siemens is the most expensive with a median price of 57.24.
Are high-amperage relays significantly more expensive?
Yes, 60 A relays have a median price of 38.34, which is 89% above the market median.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $10โ$252, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked August 1, 2026.