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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 DPBF3200A04860 contactor Lovato DPBF3200A04860 side label
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      Lovato Electric

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      sku: DPBF3200A04860

      DPBF3200A04860

      Lovato DPBF3200A04860 3-pole 32 AMP AC-3 (56 AMP AC-1) definite purpose contactor with a 48v60Hz 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 or...

      MSRP: $250.64
      $119.82
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    • Lovato DPBF3200A110 contactor Lovato DPBF3200A110 side label
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      sku: DPBF3200A110

      DPBF3200A110

      Lovato DPBF3200A110 3-pole 32 AMP AC-3 (56 AMP AC-1) definite purpose contactor with a 110v50/60Hz 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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    • Lovato DPBF3200A22060 contactor Lovato DPBF3200A22060 side label
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      sku: DPBF3200A22060

      DPBF3200A22060

      Lovato DPBF3200A22060 3-pole 32 AMP AC-3 (56 AMP AC-1) definite purpose contactor with a 220v60Hz 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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    • Lovato DPBF3200A230 contactor Lovato DPBF3200A230 side label
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      sku: DPBF3200A230

      DPBF3200A230

      Lovato DPBF3200A230 3-pole 32 AMP AC-3 (56 AMP AC-1) definite purpose contactor with a 230v50/60Hz 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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    • Lovato DPBF3200A400 contactor Lovato DPBF3200A400 side label
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      sku: DPBF3200A400

      DPBF3200A400

      Lovato DPBF3200A400 3-pole 32 AMP AC-3 (56 AMP AC-1) definite purpose contactor with a 400v50/60Hz 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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    • Lovato DPBF3200A46060 contactor Lovato DPBF3200A46060 side label
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      sku: DPBF3200A46060

      DPBF3200A46060

      Lovato DPBF3200A46060 3-pole 32 AMP AC-3 (56 AMP AC-1) definite purpose contactor with a 460v60Hz 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
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    • Lovato DPBF3200A57560 contactor Lovato DPBF3200A57560 side label
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      sku: DPBF3200A57560

      DPBF3200A57560

      Lovato DPBF3200A57560 3-pole 32 AMP AC-3 (56 AMP AC-1) definite purpose contactor with a 575v60Hz 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
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    • Eaton C25DNF240R contactor Eaton C25DNF240R dimensions
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      sku: C25DNF240R

      C25DNF240R

      Eaton / Cutler Hammer C25DNF240R definite purpose 2 pole contactor rated at 40 AMPS with a 12v50/60Hz volt AC coil. This definite purpose contactor has double quick connect terminals, metal base plate and is a direct physical and electrical replacement...

      MSRP: $310.12
      $120.54
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