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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.

    • Eaton C25FNF360T contactor Eaton C25FNF360T dimensions
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      Eaton, Cutler Hammer

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      sku: C25FNF360T

      C25FNF360T

      Eaton C25FNF360T definite purpose 3 pole contactor rated at 60 AMPS with a 24v60Hz AC coil. This 60 AMP contactor is a direct electrical replacement for the Furnas 42EF35AJ contactor (See here for details) and comes with double quick connect terminals,...

      MSRP: $710.67
      $176.89
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    • Eaton C25FNF375C contactor Eaton C25FNF375C dimensions
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      Eaton, Cutler Hammer

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      sku: C25FNF375C

      C25FNF375C

      Eaton C25FNF375C definite purpose 3 pole contactor rated at 75 AMPS with a 480v60Hz AC coil. This 75 AMP contactor is a direct electrical replacement for the Furnas 42EF35AJ contactor (See here for details) and comes with double quick connect terminals,...

      MSRP: $941.83
      $213.82
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    • Eaton C25HNE3120B 3 pole 120 AMP contactor C25HNE3120B front dimensions
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      Eaton, Cutler Hammer

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      sku: C25HNE3120B

      C25HNE3120B

      Eaton / Cutler Hammer C25HNE3120B Definite Purpose 3 pole Contactor rated at 120 FLA AMPS / 140 AMPS resistive, with a 240 volt AC coil. Is a direct electrical replacement to the Furnas 42IF35AG contactor(See here for details). Click here to view a...

      MSRP: $989.00
      $575.59
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    • Lovato DPBF2600A23060 contactor Lovato DPBF2600A23060 side label
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      sku: DPBF2600A23060

      DPBF2600A23060

      Lovato DPBF2600A23060 3-pole 26 AMP AC-3 (40 AMP AC-1) definite purpose contactor with a 230v60Hz 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 DPBF3200A12060 contactor Lovato DPBF3200A12060 side label
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      sku: DPBF3200A12060

      DPBF3200A12060

      Lovato DPBF3200A12060 3-pole 32 AMP AC-3 (56 AMP AC-1) definite purpose contactor with a 120v60Hz AC coil. Rated for 15 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: $250.64
      $119.82
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      Eaton, Cutler Hammer

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      sku: C25DND225B

      C25DND225B

      Eaton / Cutler Hammer C25DND225B definite purpose 2 pole Contactor rated at 25 AMPS with a 208 to 240 volt AC coil. This definite purpose contactor has double quick connect terminals, metal base plate and is a direct physical and electrical replacement...

      MSRP: $262.74
      $77.87
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    • Lovato DPBF0910A23060 contactor Lovato DPBF0910A23060 front dimensions
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      sku: DPBF0910A23060

      DPBF0910A23060

      Lovato DPBF0910A23060 3-pole 9 AMP AC-3 (25 AMP AC-1) definite purpose contactor with a 230 volt AC coil. Rated for 3 H.P. at 230 volt and 5 H.P. at 460 volt, this IEC DP contactor comes with 1 normally open (N.O.) base mounted auxiliary contact, screw...

      MSRP: $137.45
      $58.74
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    • Eaton C25FNF350T contactor Eaton C25FNF350T dimensions
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      Eaton, Cutler Hammer

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      sku: C25FNF350T

      C25FNF350T

      Eaton C25FNF350T definite purpose 3 pole contactor rated at 50 AMPS with a 24v60Hz AC coil. This 50 AMP contactor is a direct electrical replacement for the Furnas 42DF35AJ contactor (See here for details) and comes with double quick connect terminals,...

      MSRP: $254.00
      $184.97
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