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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.

    • Lovato DPBF3200A024 contactor Lovato DPBF3200A024 side label
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      DPBF3200A024

      Lovato DPBF3200A024 3-pole 32 AMP AC-3 (56 AMP AC-1) definite purpose contactor with a 24v50/60Hz AC coil. Rated for 10 H.P. at 230 volt and 20 H.P. at 460 volt, this IEC DP contactor comes with screw terminals and can be either screwed to a back plate...

      MSRP: $250.64
      $119.82
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    • Siemens/Furnas 42AF15AF contactor
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      42AF15AF

      Siemens / Furnas 42AF15AF 25 AMP 2-pole contactor with a 110v50Hz/120v60Hz coil and double quick connect terminals. This Class 42 definite purpose contactor comes with a metal base mount for mounting and is commonly found in HVAC and pump applications...

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    • Siemens/Furnas 42AF15AG contactor
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      sku: 42AF15AG

      42AF15AG

      Siemens / Furnas 42AF15AG 25 AMP 2-pole contactor with a 208-240v60Hz coil and double quick connect terminals. This Class 42 definite purpose contactor comes with a metal base mount for mounting and is commonly found in HVAC and pump applications. The...

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    • Siemens/Furnas 42AF15AH contactor
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      sku: 42AF15AH

      42AF15AH

      Siemens / Furnas 42AF15AH 25 AMP 2-pole contactor with a 440-480v60Hz coil and double quick connect terminals. This Class 42 definite purpose contactor comes with a metal base mount for mounting and is commonly found in HVAC and pump applications. The...

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    • Siemens/Furnas 42AF15AJ contactor
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      sku: 42AF15AJ

      42AF15AJ

      Siemens / Furnas 42AF15AJ 25 AMP 2-pole contactor with a 24v50/60Hz coil and double quick connect terminals. This Class 42 definite purpose contactor comes with a metal base mount for mounting and is commonly found in HVAC and pump applications. The...

      $0.00
    • Siemens/Furnas 42AF25AF contactor
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      sku: 42AF25AF

      42AF25AF

      Siemens / Furnas 42AF25AF 25 AMP 4-pole contactor with a 110v50Hz/120v60Hz coil and double quick connect terminals. This Class 42 definite purpose contactor comes with a metal base mount for mounting and is commonly found in HVAC and pump applications...

      $0.00
    • Siemens/Furnas 42AF25AG contactor
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      Furnas

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      sku: 42AF25AG

      42AF25AG

      Siemens / Furnas 42AF25AG 25 AMP 4-pole contactor with a 208-240v60Hz coil and double quick connect terminals. This Class 42 definite purpose contactor comes with a metal base mount for mounting and is commonly found in HVAC and pump applications. The...

      $0.00
    • Siemens/Furnas 42AF25AH contactor
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      Furnas

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      sku: 42AF25AH

      42AF25AH

      Siemens / Furnas 42AF25AH 25 AMP 4-pole contactor with a 440-480v60Hz coil and double quick connect terminals. This Class 42 definite purpose contactor comes with a metal base mount for mounting and is commonly found in HVAC and pump applications. The...

      $0.00
    • Siemens/Furnas 42AF25AJ contactor
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      Furnas

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      sku: 42AF25AJ

      42AF25AJ

      Siemens / Furnas 42AF25AJ 25 AMP 4-pole contactor with a 24v50/60Hz coil and double quick connect terminals. This Class 42 definite purpose contactor comes with a metal base mount for mounting and is commonly found in HVAC and pump applications. The...

      $0.00
    • Siemens 42AF35AF definite purpose contactor
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      sku: 42AF35AF

      42AF35AF

      Siemens / Furnas 42AF35AF 25 AMP 3-pole contactor with a 110v50Hz/120v60Hz coil and double quick connect terminals. This Class 42 definite purpose contactor comes with a metal base mount for mounting and is commonly found in HVAC and pump applications...

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    • Siemens/Furnas 42AF35AG contactor
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      Furnas

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      sku: 42AF35AG

      42AF35AG

      Siemens / Furnas 42AF35AG 25 AMP 3-pole contactor with a 208-240v60Hz coil and double quick connect terminals. This Class 42 definite purpose contactor comes with a metal base mount for mounting and is commonly found in HVAC and pump applications. The...

      $0.00
    • Siemens/Furnas 42AF35AH contactor
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      Furnas

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      sku: 42AF35AH

      42AF35AH

      Siemens / Furnas 42AF35AF 25 AMP 3-pole contactor with a 110v50Hz/120v60Hz coil and double quick connect terminals. This Class 42 definite purpose contactor comes with a metal base mount for mounting and is commonly found in HVAC and pump applications...

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