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Finder 6K.04.9.012.4312 – 6K Series Industrial contactors
Finder 6K.04.9.012.4312 is a compact four-pole industrial contactor from the Finder 6K Series featuring a 12 V DC coil, four normally open AgSnO2 contacts, a 12 A AC-3 rating and 5.5 kW motor switching capability for DIN rail-mounted industrial control applications.
£35.05
Why Choose the Finder 6K.04.9.012.4312 Industrial Contactor?
The Finder 6K.04.9.012.4312 is a compact 12 A four-pole industrial contactor from the Finder 6K Series, designed for electrical switching in motor control, industrial automation, machinery and power distribution applications. Featuring a 12 V DC operating coil and four normally open contacts, this contactor provides a practical switching solution for compatible low-voltage DC control systems.
Its 4 NO (4PST-NO) contact configuration enables four electrical circuits to be switched simultaneously using a single control signal. The contactor incorporates silver tin oxide (AgSnO₂) contact material, providing robust switching performance for appropriately rated industrial loads.
As a member of the Finder 6K.04 miniature contactor range, the 6K.04.9.012.4312 combines a 12 A AC-3 operational current rating, 20 A AC-1 resistive load rating and 5.5 kW three-phase motor switching capability with a compact 45 mm housing width. Its DIN rail mounting and screw-terminal connections make it suitable for integration into industrial electrical control cabinets.
Key Advantages
- 12 V DC operating coil for compatible low-voltage DC control circuits.
- 12 A AC-3 operational current for industrial motor switching applications.
- Four normally open contacts allow simultaneous switching of four electrical circuits.
- 20 A AC-1 current rating for suitable resistive electrical loads.
- 5.5 kW motor switching capability under specified AC-3 operating conditions.
- Silver tin oxide (AgSnO₂) contacts support dependable electrical switching.
- Compact 45 mm housing width helps conserve electrical panel space.
- 35 mm DIN rail mounting simplifies installation in control cabinets.
- Screw-terminal connections provide secure electrical wiring.
- IP20 protection for installation within suitable electrical enclosures.
- Suitable for industrial automation, motor control, pumps and OEM machinery.
Key Features
- Finder 6K Series miniature industrial contactor.
- 12 V DC nominal control voltage.
- 4 NO (4PST-NO) contact arrangement.
- Four-pole electromagnetic switching.
- 12 A AC-3 rated operational current.
- 20 A AC-1 rated operational current.
- 400 V AC rated operational voltage.
- 5.5 kW three-phase motor rating under specified AC-3 conditions.
- AgSnO₂ contact material.
- 35 mm DIN rail mounting to EN 60715.
- Screw-terminal electrical connections.
- 45 mm housing width.
- 57.5 mm housing height.
- IP20 degree of protection.
- Designed for industrial electrical switching and motor control applications.
Reliable Motor Control and Industrial Automation
Industrial contactors allow low-voltage control circuits to switch higher-power electrical loads through electromagnetically operated contacts. When the 12 V DC coil of the Finder 6K.04.9.012.4312 is energised, its electromagnetic mechanism closes the four normally open contacts, allowing current to flow through the connected circuits. When the control supply is removed, the contacts return to their normally open positions.
The Finder 6K.04.9.012.4312 is particularly useful in applications where a 12 V DC control signal must operate multiple electrical circuits. Its four-pole configuration can be incorporated into motor starters, industrial machinery, pump control panels and electrical distribution assemblies, subject to the relevant switching and protection requirements.
The compact DIN rail-mounted construction supports efficient panel layouts, while AgSnO₂ contacts provide a practical solution for industrial switching duties. Engineers should confirm the motor full-load current, starting characteristics, utilisation category, switching frequency and protective-device coordination before installation. The contactor provides electrical switching functionality and does not replace dedicated overload or short-circuit protection.
Typical Applications
- Industrial motor control and switching.
- Industrial automation and machinery control panels.
- Low-voltage DC control systems.
- Three-phase motor starter assemblies.
- Pump control and water management equipment.
- HVAC and ventilation control systems.
- Industrial conveyor and material handling equipment.
- Electrical distribution and power control panels.
- OEM machinery and industrial electrical equipment.
- Applications requiring four normally open switching contacts.
Technical Specifications
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| Terminal Type | Screw | |
|---|---|---|
| Device Type | Contactor | |
| Coil Type | DC | |
| Coil Voltage Range | 12 V | |
| Manufacturer | Finder | |
| Series | 6K Series | |
| Manufacturer part number | 6K.04.9.012.4312 | |
| Product type | Miniature industrial electromagnetic contactor | |
| Number of poles | 4 | |
| Contact configuration | 4 normally open (4 NO / 4PST-NO) | |
| Nominal coil voltage | 12 V DC | |
| Control supply type | DC | |
| Rated operational voltage | 400 V AC | |
| Rated operational current (AC-3) | 12 A | |
| Rated operational current (AC-1) | 20 A | |
| Rated motor power (AC-3) | 5.5 kW | |
| Contact material | Silver tin oxide (AgSnO₂) | |
| Mounting type | 35 mm DIN rail | |
| Mounting standard | EN 60715 | |
| Connection type | Screw terminals | |
| Conductor cross-section | 0.5–2.5 mm² | |
| Terminal tightening torque | 0.8 Nm | |
| Wire stripping length | 8 mm | |
| Rated conditional short-circuit current | 3 kA with specified protective devices | |
| Degree of protection | IP20 | |
| Ambient operating temperature | −40 to +70 °C | |
| Housing width | 45 mm | |
| Housing height | 57.5 mm | |
| Applicable product standard | IEC/EN 60947-4-1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Finder 6K.04.9.012.4312 used for?
The Finder 6K.04.9.012.4312 is a miniature industrial contactor designed for switching electrical loads in motor control, industrial automation, machinery, pump systems and power distribution applications.
What coil voltage does the Finder 6K.04.9.012.4312 require?
The contactor features a 12 V DC nominal operating coil and is intended for use with a compatible DC control supply. It should not be connected directly to an AC coil supply.
What is the motor switching rating of the Finder 6K.04.9.012.4312?
The contactor belongs to the 12 A AC-3 version of the Finder 6K.04 range, with a 5.5 kW three-phase motor rating under specified operating conditions. It also has a 20 A AC-1 rating for suitable resistive loads.
What contact configuration does the Finder 6K.04.9.012.4312 have?
The contactor features four normally open (4 NO / 4PST-NO) contacts, allowing four electrical circuits to be switched simultaneously when the DC operating coil is energised.
How is the Finder 6K.04.9.012.4312 installed?
The contactor is designed for 35 mm DIN rail mounting and uses screw-terminal connections. Its compact 45 mm width and IP20 protection make it suitable for installation within appropriately designed electrical control cabinets and distribution panels.
Trusted by Industrial Automation and Electrical Engineers Worldwide
Finder 6K Series industrial contactors provide compact switching solutions for motor control, industrial automation and electrical power distribution. Their electromagnetic operating mechanisms, AgSnO₂ contacts and practical DIN rail mounting make them suitable for electrical engineers, panel builders, maintenance professionals and OEM equipment manufacturers.
