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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.

    • Siemens/Furnas 42AF35AJ contactor
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      42AF35AJ

      Siemens / Furnas 42AF35AJ 25 AMP 3-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...

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    • Siemens/Furnas 42BF15AF contactor
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      42BF15AF

      Siemens / Furnas 42BF15AF 30 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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    • 42BF15AG
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      sku: 42BF15AG

      42BF15AG

      Siemens / Furnas 42BF15AG 30 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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    • 42BF15AH
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      42BF15AH

      Siemens / Furnas 42BF15AH 30 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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    • 42BF15AJ
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      sku: 42BF15AJ

      42BF15AJ

      Siemens / Furnas 42BF15AJ 30 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 42BF25AF contactor
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      sku: 42BF25AF

      42BF25AF

      Siemens / Furnas 42BF25AF 30 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...

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    • Siemens/Furnas 42BF25AG contactor
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      sku: 42BF25AG

      42BF25AG

      Siemens / Furnas 42BF25AG 30 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 42BF25AH contactor
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      Furnas

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      sku: 42BF25AH

      42BF25AH

      Siemens / Furnas 42BF25AH 30 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 42BF25AJ contactor
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      Furnas

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      sku: 42BF25AJ

      42BF25AJ

      Siemens / Furnas 42BF25AJ 30 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/Furnas 42BF35AF contactor
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      sku: 42BF35AF

      42BF35AF

      Siemens / Furnas 42BF35AF 30 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...

      $0.00
    • Siemens/Furnas 42BF35AG contactor
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      Furnas

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      sku: 42BF35AG

      42BF35AG

      Siemens / Furnas 42BF35AG 30 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 42BF35AH contactor
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      Furnas

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      sku: 42BF35AH

      42BF35AH

      Siemens / Furnas 42BF35AH 30 AMP 3-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
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