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Explain contactors
- Basic components.
(Coil, Main Contact and Additional Contact)
- Symbol
- Building diagram
- Operation
Definition
A contactor is an electrically controlled switch used for switching a
power circuit, similar to a relay except with higher current rating.
NO
SYMBOL NC
Relays are used in circuit with lower ampacity. (Max 20A) It can be used for the switching of up to 12500A load.
Chiefly used in control and automation circuits, protection A contactor is used for switching of motor, capacitors,
circuit and for switching small electronic circuits lights etc. that drains very high current.