Contactors, Starters, Overload Relays

A motor starter is a contactor plus an overload relay; without an overload it is just a contactor.

A motor starter starts and stops a connected motor load and will provide protection in case of a sudden loss of power or if the motor overloads. A contactor is similar to a relay (but can handle larger amounts of electrical power and handle higher voltage loads) and is used for switching current on and off in a circuit. Contactors are used to control electrical loads and motors without providing overload protection.

a.k.a. motor starter, IEC contactor, dp contactor, thermal overload relay, motor protectors

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    CGT-12M-6.0
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    Carlo Gavazzi

    CGT-12M-6.0

    Overload Relay, Thermal, Miniature, Class 10 Bimetallic Overload for CGMS Contactors, Motor Protection Range 4-6 Amps, (TOR 12M 4-6)

    $40.80
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    $40.80
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  • GT32S6A

    Carlo Gavazzi

    GT32S6A

    Overload Relay, 4 to 6 Amp, Screw Terminal, Use with CC9, CC12, CC18, CC22, CC32 or CC40, Manufacturer Minimum Order 5 Pieces, Price per Piece

    $55.20
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A motor starter is a contactor plus an overload relay; without an overload it is just a contactor.

A motor starter starts and stops a connected motor load and will provide protection in case of a sudden loss of power or if the motor overloads. A contactor is similar to a relay (but can handle larger amounts of electrical power and handle higher voltage loads) and is used for switching current on and off in a circuit. Contactors are used to control electrical loads and motors without providing overload protection.

a.k.a. motor starter, IEC contactor, dp contactor, thermal overload relay, motor protectors

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