To switch resistive and inductive loads in industrial settings, turn to this contactor from Schneider Electric. It has a current rating of 12A and a power rating of 5.5kW, so it's useful for applications where a high capacity is required. Tough thermoplastic housing provides effective insulation to protect you from electric shocks and, for additional safety, the unit's connection terminals are constructed so they're out of reach of your fingers. You'll find contactors like this used in manufacturing plants to control conveyor motors.

• UL94V1 (Underwriters' Laboratory) certification for flame retardance indicates it stops burning within 30 seconds
• Wide operating temperature range of -25°C to +50°C for use in demanding environments
• Panel and DIN mounting options for versatility

• Industrial lighting systems
• Air-conditioning units
• Construction equipment

This contactor has a light weight of 235g, which makes it easy to handle and minimises strain on your setup.

The operating voltage of this contactor is 690V. It's designed to function with AC (alternating current) supply.

The LPK4 lower power contactors can only be used with the 2 pole auxiliaries they will not work with the 4 pole auxiliaries.