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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 C25DND330E contactor Eaton C25DND330E dimensions
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      Eaton, Cutler Hammer

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      sku: C25DND330E

      C25DND330E

      Eaton / Cutler Hammer C25DND330E definite purpose 3 pole contactor rated at 30 AMPS with a 208v60Hz 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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    • Eaton C25DNF240E contactor Eaton C25DNF240E dimensions
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      Eaton, Cutler Hammer

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      sku: C25DNF240E

      C25DNF240E

      Eaton / Cutler Hammer C25DNF240E definite purpose 2 pole contactor rated at 40 AMPS with a 208v60Hz volt AC coil. This definite purpose contactor has double quick connect terminals, metal base plate and is a direct physical and electrical...

      MSRP: $310.12
      $120.54
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      Eaton, Cutler Hammer

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      sku: C25ENF440B

      C25ENF440B

      Eaton / Cutler Hammer C25ENF440B definite purpose 4 pole contactor rated at 40 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 electrical replacement for the...

      MSRP: $391.95
      $152.21
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      Eaton, Cutler Hammer

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      sku: C25ENF440C

      C25ENF440C

      Eaton / Cutler Hammer C25ENF440C definite purpose 4 pole contactor rated at 40 AMPS with a 440 to 480 volt AC coil. This definite purpose contactor has double quick connect terminals, metal base plate and is a direct electrical replacement for the...

      MSRP: $391.95
      $152.21
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    • Lovato DPBF0901A contactor
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      DPBF0901A

      Lovato DPBF0901A 3-pole 9 AMP AC-3 (25 AMP AC-1) definite purpose contactor with an AC coil (specify coil voltage above). Rated for 3 H.P. at 230 volt and 5 H.P. at 460 volt, this IEC DP contactor comes with 1 normally closed (N.C.) base mounted...

      MSRP: $137.45
      $58.74
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    • Lovato DPBF1201A02460 contactor
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      sku: DPBF1201A02460

      DPBF1201A02460

      Lovato DPBF1201A02460 3-pole 12 AMP AC-3 (28 AMP AC-1) definite purpose contactor with a 24 volt AC coil. Rated for 5 H.P. at 230 volt and 7.5 H.P. at 460 volt, this IEC DP contactor comes with 1 normally closed (N.C.) base mounted auxiliary contact,...

      MSRP: $173.02
      $66.30
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    • Lovato DPBF1201A23060 contactor
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      sku: DPBF1201A23060

      DPBF1201A23060

      Lovato DPBF1201A23060 3-pole 12 AMP AC-3 (28 AMP AC-1) definite purpose contactor with a 230 volt AC coil. Rated for 5 H.P. at 230 volt and 7.5 H.P. at 460 volt, this IEC DP contactor comes with 1 normally closed (N.C.) base mounted auxiliary contact,...

      MSRP: $173.02
      $66.30
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    • Lovato DPBF1210A23060 contactor Lovato DPBF1210A23060 side label
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      sku: DPBF1210A23060

      DPBF1210A23060

      Lovato DPBF1210A23060 3-pole 12 AMP AC-3 (28 AMP AC-1) definite purpose contactor with a 230 volt AC coil. Rated for 5 H.P. at 230 volt and 7.5 H.P. at 460 volt, this IEC DP contactor comes with 1 normally open (N.O.) base mounted auxiliary contact,...

      MSRP: $173.02
      $66.30
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    • Lovato DPBF2600A024 contactor Lovato DPBF2600A024 side label
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      DPBF2600A024

      Lovato DPBF2600A024 3-pole 26 AMP AC-3 (40 AMP AC-1) definite purpose contactor with a 24v50/60Hz AC coil. Rated for 10 H.P. at 230 volt and 30 H.P. at 460 volt, this IEC DP contactor comes with screw terminals and can be either screwed to a back plate...

      MSRP: $221.53
      $116.07
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    • Lovato DPBF2600A12060 contactor Lovato DPBF2600A02460 side label
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      Lovato Electric

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      sku: DPBF2600A12060

      DPBF2600A12060

      Lovato DPBF2600A12060 3-pole 26 AMP AC-3 (40 AMP AC-1) definite purpose contactor with a 120v60Hz AC coil. Rated for 10 H.P. at 230 volt and 30 H.P. at 460 volt, this IEC DP contactor comes with screw terminals and can be either screwed to a back plate...

      MSRP: $221.53
      $116.07
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