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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 DPBF1801A110 contactor
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      sku: DPBF1801A110

      DPBF1801A110

      Lovato DPBF1801A110 3-pole 18 AMP AC-3 (32 AMP AC-1) definite purpose contactor with a 110v50/60Hz AC coil. Rated for 5 H.P. at 230 volt and 10 H.P. at 460 volt, this IEC DP contactor comes with 1 normally closed (N.C.) base mounted auxiliary contact,...

      MSRP: $198.89
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    • Lovato DPBF1801A22060 contactor
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      sku: DPBF1801A22060

      DPBF1801A22060

      Lovato DPBF1801A22060 3-pole 18 AMP AC-3 (32 AMP AC-1) definite purpose contactor with a 220v60Hz AC coil. Rated for 5 H.P. at 230 volt and 10 H.P. at 460 volt, this IEC DP contactor comes with 1 normally closed (N.C.) base mounted auxiliary contact,...

      MSRP: $198.89
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    • Lovato DPBF1801A230 contactor
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      sku: DPBF1801A230

      DPBF1801A230

      Lovato DPBF1801A230 3-pole 18 AMP AC-3 (32 AMP AC-1) definite purpose contactor with a 230v50/60Hz AC coil. Rated for 5 H.P. at 230 volt and 10 H.P. at 460 volt, this IEC DP contactor comes with 1 normally closed (N.C.) base mounted auxiliary contact,...

      MSRP: $198.89
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    • Lovato DPBF1801A400 contactor
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      sku: DPBF1801A400

      DPBF1801A400

      Lovato DPBF1801A400 3-pole 18 AMP AC-3 (32 AMP AC-1) definite purpose contactor with a 400v50/60Hz AC coil. Rated for 5 H.P. at 230 volt and 10 H.P. at 460 volt, this IEC DP contactor comes with 1 normally closed (N.C.) base mounted auxiliary contact,...

      MSRP: $198.89
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    • Lovato DPBF1801A57560 contactor
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      sku: DPBF1801A57560

      DPBF1801A57560

      Lovato DPBF1801A57560 3-pole 18 AMP AC-3 (32 AMP AC-1) definite purpose contactor with a 575v60Hz AC coil. Rated for 5 H.P. at 230 volt and 10 H.P. at 460 volt, this IEC DP contactor comes with 1 normally closed (N.C.) base mounted auxiliary contact,...

      MSRP: $198.89
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    • Lovato DPBF1810A048 contactor Lovato DPBF1810A048 side label
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      sku: DPBF1810A048

      DPBF1810A048

      Lovato DPBF1810A048 3-pole 18 AMP AC-3 (32 AMP AC-1) definite purpose contactor with a 48v50/60Hz AC coil. 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 auxiliary contact, screw...

      MSRP: $198.89
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    • Lovato DPBF1810A04860 contactor Lovato DPBF1810A04860 side label
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      sku: DPBF1810A04860

      DPBF1810A04860

      Lovato DPBF1810A04860 3-pole 18 AMP AC-3 (32 AMP AC-1) definite purpose contactor with a 48v60Hz AC coil. 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 auxiliary contact, screw...

      MSRP: $198.89
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    • Lovato DPBF1810A110 contactor Lovato DPBF1810A110 side label
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      sku: DPBF1810A110

      DPBF1810A110

      Lovato DPBF1810A110 3-pole 18 AMP AC-3 (32 AMP AC-1) definite purpose contactor with a 110v50/60Hz AC coil. 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 auxiliary contact,...

      MSRP: $198.89
      $76.77
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    • Lovato DPBF1810A22060 contactor Lovato DPBF1810A22060 side label
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      sku: DPBF1810A22060

      DPBF1810A22060

      Lovato DPBF1810A22060 3-pole 18 AMP AC-3 (32 AMP AC-1) definite purpose contactor with a 220v60Hz AC coil. 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 auxiliary contact, screw...

      MSRP: $198.89
      $76.77
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    • Lovato DPBF1810A230 contactor Lovato DPBF1810A230 side label
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      sku: DPBF1810A230

      DPBF1810A230

      Lovato DPBF1810A230 3-pole 18 AMP AC-3 (32 AMP AC-1) definite purpose contactor with a 230v50/60Hz AC coil. 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 auxiliary contact,...

      MSRP: $198.89
      $76.77
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