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contactors

Last updated May 16, 2025, generated by Sumble

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What is contactors?

Contactors are electrically controlled switches used for switching an electrical power circuit, similar to a relay but with higher current ratings. They are commonly used to control electric motors, lighting, heating, capacitor banks, and other electrical loads.

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What other technologies are related to contactors?

contactors Competitor Technologies

Breakers are an alternative to contactors in certain applications, particularly for overcurrent protection and circuit switching.

mentioned alongside contactors in 18% (303) of relevant job posts

MCCBs (Molded Case Circuit Breakers) can be used as an alternative to contactors for circuit protection and switching.

mentioned alongside contactors in 24% (81) of relevant job posts

MCBs (Miniature Circuit Breakers) provide overcurrent protection and switching functionality similar to contactors in low-power applications.

mentioned alongside contactors in 19% (56) of relevant job posts

ACBs (Air Circuit Breakers) are a type of circuit breaker that can be used as an alternative to contactors, especially in high-current applications.

mentioned alongside contactors in 16% (53) of relevant job posts

circuit breakers

Circuit breakers provide a similar function to contactors in some applications.

mentioned alongside contactors in 3% (117) of relevant job posts

contactors Complementary Technologies

Relays are often used in conjunction with contactors for control circuits and interlocking.

mentioned alongside contactors in 12% (732) of relevant job posts

indicator lights

Indicator lights provide visual status of contactor operation or system conditions.

mentioned alongside contactors in 100% (65) of relevant job posts

Fuses provide overcurrent protection and are often used in series with contactors.

mentioned alongside contactors in 21% (254) of relevant job posts

Which job functions mention contactors?

Job function

Jobs mentioning contactors

Orgs mentioning contactors

Facilities

0% (409) job posts

105 organizations

Engineer

0% (367) job posts

56 organizations

Electrical Engineer

0% (132) job posts

51 organizations

Construction

0% (130) job posts

24 organizations

Electrician

0% (72) job posts

29 organizations

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Which organizations are mentioning contactors?

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Utilities

Schneider Electric

Utilities

Manufacturing

Utilities

Manufacturing

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