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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 DPBF1810A400 contactor Lovato DPBF1810A400 side label
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      DPBF1810A400

      Lovato DPBF1810A400 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 open (N.O.) base mounted auxiliary contact,...

      MSRP: $198.89
      $76.77
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    • Lovato DPBF1810A46060 contactor Lovato DPBF1810A46060 side label
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      DPBF1810A46060

      Lovato DPBF1810A46060 3-pole 18 AMP AC-3 (32 AMP AC-1) definite purpose contactor with a 460v60Hz 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 DPBF1810A57560 contactor Lovato DPBF1810A57560 side label
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      DPBF1810A57560

      Lovato DPBF1810A57560 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 open (N.O.) base mounted auxiliary contact, screw...

      MSRP: $198.89
      $76.77
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    • Lovato DPBF2600A048 contactor Lovato DPBF2600A048 side label
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      sku: DPBF2600A048

      DPBF2600A048

      Lovato DPBF2600A048 3-pole 26 AMP AC-3 (40 AMP AC-1) definite purpose contactor with a 48v50/60Hz 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 DPBF2600A04860 contactor Lovato DPBF2600A04860 side label
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      sku: DPBF2600A04860

      DPBF2600A04860

      Lovato DPBF2600A04860 3-pole 26 AMP AC-3 (40 AMP AC-1) definite purpose contactor with a 48v60Hz 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 or...

      MSRP: $221.53
      $116.07
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    • Lovato DPBF2600A110 contactor Lovato DPBF2600A110 side label
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      sku: DPBF2600A110

      DPBF2600A110

      Lovato DPBF2600A110 3-pole 26 AMP AC-3 (40 AMP AC-1) definite purpose contactor with a 110v50/60Hz 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 DPBF2600A22060 contactor Lovato DPBF2600A22060 side label
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      sku: DPBF2600A22060

      DPBF2600A22060

      Lovato DPBF2600A22060 3-pole 26 AMP AC-3 (40 AMP AC-1) definite purpose contactor with a 220v60Hz 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 DPBF2600A230 contactor Lovato DPBF2600A230 side label
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      sku: DPBF2600A230

      DPBF2600A230

      Lovato DPBF2600A230 3-pole 26 AMP AC-3 (40 AMP AC-1) definite purpose contactor with a 230v50/60Hz 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 DPBF2600A400 contactor Lovato DPBF2600A400 side label
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      sku: DPBF2600A400

      DPBF2600A400

      Lovato DPBF2600A400 3-pole 26 AMP AC-3 (40 AMP AC-1) definite purpose contactor with a 400v50/60Hz 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 DPBF2600A46060 contactor Lovato DPBF2600A23060 side label
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      sku: DPBF2600A46060

      DPBF2600A46060

      Lovato DPBF2600A46060 3-pole 26 AMP AC-3 (40 AMP AC-1) definite purpose contactor with a 460v60Hz 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 DPBF2600A57560 contactor Lovato DPBF2600A57560 side label
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      sku: DPBF2600A57560

      DPBF2600A57560

      Lovato DPBF2600A57560 3-pole 26 AMP AC-3 (40 AMP AC-1) definite purpose contactor with a 575v60Hz 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 DPBF3200A048 contactor Lovato DPBF3200A048 side label
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      sku: DPBF3200A048

      DPBF3200A048

      Lovato DPBF3200A048 3-pole 32 AMP AC-3 (56 AMP AC-1) definite purpose contactor with a 48v50/60Hz 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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