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    • Definite Purpose Contactors

    Definite Purpose Contactors (DPCs) are compact, economical contactors designed for HVAC, refrigeration, and light-industrial applications. Built for high-cycle reliability, they are widely used in commercial HVAC units, heat pumps, and power circuits that require frequent switching. Kent Electrical Supply offers DP contactors from Schneider, Siemens, and Eaton with 1, 2, and 3-pole options and coil voltages from 24V to 240V.

    Common Applications

    • Air conditioners and heat pumps

    • Refrigeration systems

    • Unit heaters and fan motors

    • Light industrial loads

    • Commercial HVAC controls

    AEO-Friendly FAQs

    Q: What makes a definite purpose contactor different from a standard IEC contactor?
    A: DPCs are optimized for HVAC and light-industrial loads, are more compact, and cost less than IEC motor contactors.

    Q: Can a DPC replace an AC contactor in HVAC equipment?
    A: Yes, if the coil voltage and AMP rating match the original part.

    • Eaton / Cutler Hammer C25DNF340 definite purpose contactor C25DNF340 dimensions
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      C25DNF340

      Eaton C25DNF340 Definite Purpose Contactor Product Overview The Eaton C25DNF340 is a compact definite purpose contactor designed for demanding HVAC, elevator, and industrial applications. This versatile 3-pole contactor delivers reliable performance...

      MSRP: $356.05
      $87.41
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    • Eaton C25DND330 definite purpose contactor C25DND330
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      C25DND330

      Eaton C25DND330 – 3-Pole, 30A Definite Purpose Contactor with 120V Coil The Eaton C25DND330 is a 3-pole, 30 AMP definite purpose contactor with a 120V AC coil, designed for HVAC, lighting, and industrial control systems. Featuring double...

      MSRP: $284.28
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    • Lovato DPBF1810A contactor Lovato DPBF1810A side label
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      DPBF1810A

      Lovato DPBF1810A 3-pole 18 AMP AC-3 (32 AMP AC-1) definite purpose contactor with an AC coil (specify coil voltage above). Rated for 5 H.P. at 230 volt and 10 H.P. at 460 volt, this IEC DP contactor comes with 1 normally open (N.O.) base mounted...

      MSRP: $198.89
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      C25DND230A

      Eaton / Cutler Hammer C25DND230A definite purpose 2 pole contactor rated at 30 AMPS with a 120 volt AC coil. This definite purpose contactor has double quick connect terminals, metal base plate and is a direct physical and electrical replacement for the...

      MSRP: $262.74
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    • C25DNF340A C25DNF340A
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      Eaton / Cutler Hammer C25DNF340A definite purpose 3 pole contactor rated at 40 AMPS with a 120 volt AC coil. This definite purpose contactor has double quick connect terminals, metal base plate and is a direct physical and electrical replacement for the...

      MSRP: $356.05
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    • C25DND230 C25DND230
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      C25DND230

      Eaton / Cutler Hammer C25DND230 definite purpose 2 pole contactor rated at 30 AMPS with an AC coil (must specify coil voltage above). This definite purpose contactor has double quick connect terminals, metal base plate and is a direct physical and...

      MSRP: $262.74
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      C25DND330A

      Eaton / Cutler Hammer C25DND330A definite purpose 3 pole contactor rated at 30 AMPS with a 120 volt AC coil. This definite purpose contactor has double quick connect terminals, metal base plate and is a direct physical and electrical replacement for the...

      MSRP: $284.28
      $73.24
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    • C25DNF240 C25DNF240
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      C25DNF240

      Eaton / Cutler Hammer C25DNF240 definite purpose 2 pole contactor rated at 40 AMPS with an AC coil (must specify coil voltage above). This definite purpose contactor has double quick connect terminals, metal base plate and is a direct physical and...

      MSRP: $310.12
      $120.54
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    • C25DND325 C25DND325
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      C25DND325

      Eaton / Cutler Hammer C25DND325 definite purpose 3 pole contactor rated at 25 AMPS with an AC coil (must specify coil voltage above). This definite purpose contactor has double quick connect terminals, metal base plate and is a direct physical and...

      MSRP: $277.09
      $84.51
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    • Eaton C25FNF360 contactor Eaton C25FNF360 dimensions
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      C25FNF360

      Eaton C25FNF360 definite purpose 3 pole contactor rated at 60 AMPS with an AC rated coil (must specify contactor coil voltage below). This 60 AMP contactor is a direct electrical replacement for the Furnas 42EF35A contactor (See here for details) and...

      MSRP: $710.67
      $176.89
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    • C25DND230B C25DND230B
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      C25DND230B

      Eaton / Cutler Hammer C25DND230B definite purpose 2 pole contactor rated at 30 AMPS with a 208 to 240 volt AC coil. This definite purpose contactor has double quick connect terminals, metal base plate and is a direct physical and electrical replacement...

      MSRP: $262.74
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