Use this contactor from Schneider Electric to control forward and reverse motor movement. Designed for 3-phase resistive loads, this device works by allowing you to change the polarity of the supply voltage to the motor to change its direction. With its 3-pole configuration, you can use it to control as many as three circuits, making for a space-efficient solution in small enclosures. To deliver short-circuit protection, this contactor includes four fuses for its signal and power circuits. It's typically found in domestic and light industrial applications.

• Ingress protection rating of IP20 to withstand dust and objects larger than 12mm in size
• Mechanical service life of 5,000,000 cycles for long-term performance
• Wide operating temperature range of -25°C to +50°C for use in harsh environments
• Light weight of 390g, so it's easy to handle and won't strain your equipment

• Heaters
• Industrial lighting systems
• Electric furnaces

The most common cause of failure in this contactor is contact sticking. This occurs when more current is passed to the contactor than it can handle. It's important to ensure that the supply current doesn't exceed the contactor's rated current.