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Finder 6K.13.8.230.4332 – 6K Series Industrial contactors
Finder 6K.13.8.230.4332 is a three-pole industrial contactor with a 230 V AC coil, three normally open contacts, a 32 A AC-3 rating, a 65 A AC-1 rating and a 15 kW motor rating at 400 V AC. Suitable for DIN rail mounting and industrial motor control.
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Why Choose the Finder 6K.13.8.230.4332 Industrial Contactor?
The Finder 6K.13.8.230.4332 is a high-performance, three-pole industrial contactor designed for dependable motor control, power switching and industrial automation applications. Part of the Finder Series 6K, this model combines a 230 V AC operating coil, three normally open main contacts and a 32 A AC-3 operational current rating in a compact, DIN rail-compatible housing.
Engineered for demanding industrial electrical installations, the Finder 6K.13.8.230.4332 provides a 15 kW three-phase motor rating at 400 V AC and a 65 A AC-1 resistive load rating. Its 3 NO / 3PST-NO contact configuration allows simultaneous switching of three electrical power circuits, making it particularly suitable for three-phase motor starters, pumps, compressors, ventilation systems and industrial machinery.
Featuring silver tin oxide (AgSnO2) contacts, a 45 mm-wide housing and 35 mm DIN rail mounting, this Finder industrial contactor combines robust switching capability with space-efficient installation. Its screw terminals, IP20 protection and compatibility with selected Finder auxiliary contact and thermal overload accessories make it a practical solution for engineers, electrical panel builders and OEM equipment manufacturers.
Key Advantages
- 230 V AC nominal operating coil for industrial AC control circuits.
- Three normally open power contacts for simultaneous three-phase load switching.
- 32 A AC-3 operational current rating for appropriately rated industrial motors.
- 15 kW motor power rating at 400 V AC under AC-3 operating conditions.
- 65 A AC-1 operational current rating for suitable resistive and slightly inductive loads.
- Silver tin oxide (AgSnO2) contacts offer reliable performance in demanding switching applications.
- Compact 45 mm-wide housing helps optimise industrial control panel space.
- 35 mm DIN rail mounting supports straightforward installation and maintenance.
- IP20 protection rating for use within appropriately designed electrical enclosures.
- Screw terminal connections accommodate suitable industrial power conductors.
- Compatible with Finder 6K.T1 thermal overload relays for appropriately designed motor starter assemblies.
- Optional auxiliary contact modules allow additional signalling, interlocking and control functions.
Key Features
- Finder Series 6K industrial contactor.
- Type 6K.13 three-pole construction.
- 230 V AC nominal coil voltage.
- AC electromagnetic operating mechanism.
- Three normally open contacts (3 NO).
- 3PST-NO switching configuration.
- 32 A AC-3 rated operational current.
- 65 A AC-1 rated operational current.
- 15 kW AC-3 motor rating at 400 V AC.
- Silver tin oxide (AgSnO2) main contact material.
- 35 mm DIN rail compatibility according to EN 60715.
- Panel mounting capability according to the Series 6K installation arrangement.
- 45 mm housing width.
- 74 mm housing height.
- IP20 protection rating.
- 1.5–25 mm² conductor connection range.
- 2.5 Nm terminal tightening torque.
- 10 kA specified short-circuit rating with the appropriate protective arrangement.
- 10 ms typical operate time and 8 ms typical release time.
- Compatibility with Finder 6K.T1 thermal overload protection.
Reliable 230 V AC Control for Three-Phase Industrial Motors
The Finder 6K.13.8.230.4332 enables a 230 V AC control circuit to operate three-phase electrical loads through an electromagnetic contactor mechanism. When the coil is energised, the three normally open main contacts close, connecting the controlled power circuits. When the coil supply is removed, the contacts return to their normally open positions. This operating principle makes the contactor suitable for automated motor starting, remote load switching and industrial machinery control.
The 32 A AC-3 rating makes the Finder 6K.13.8.230.4332 suitable for appropriately selected three-phase motors, with a corresponding 15 kW motor power rating at 400 V AC. The contactor's 65 A AC-1 rating applies to suitable resistive or slightly inductive electrical loads. These utilisation categories must be considered separately because motor starting and interruption place different electrical demands on switching contacts than resistive load control.
Compact Installation, Motor Protection and Panel Integration
The Finder 6K.13.8.230.4332 features a 45 mm-wide housing designed to help maximise usable space within industrial electrical control panels. Its 35 mm DIN rail mounting enables convenient installation alongside circuit breakers, motor protection equipment, terminal blocks and automation devices. Screw terminals support industrial power wiring, while the IP20 protection rating makes the device suitable for use within appropriately designed electrical enclosures.
For complete motor starter applications, the Finder 6K.T1 thermal overload relay range offers compatible protection options for Series 6K.13 contactors. Additional auxiliary contact modules can provide signalling, interlocking and control functions where required. Appropriate short-circuit protection, overload protection and coil suppression should be selected according to the electrical installation and applicable standards.
Typical Applications
- Three-phase industrial motor starters.
- Industrial pumps and pumping stations.
- Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems.
- Industrial compressors and compressed-air systems.
- Ventilation fans and air-handling equipment.
- Conveyor systems and material handling machinery.
- Industrial manufacturing and processing equipment.
- Automated production lines and machinery control.
- Electrical distribution and industrial power control panels.
- Power generation and backup generator auxiliary systems.
- OEM machinery and industrial electrical assemblies.
- Industrial automation applications requiring three normally open power contacts.
Technical Specifications
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| Terminal Type | Screw | |
|---|---|---|
| Device Type | Contactor | |
| Coil Type | AC | |
| Coil Voltage Range | 200–250 V | |
| Manufacturer | Finder | |
| Manufacturer part number | 6K.13.8.230.4332 | |
| Series | 6K | |
| Product family | 6K.13 | |
| Product type | Industrial electromagnetic contactor | |
| Number of main poles | 3 | |
| Contact configuration | 3 normally open (3 NO / 3PST-NO) | |
| Nominal coil voltage | 230 V AC | |
| Coil supply type | Alternating current (AC) | |
| Operating mechanism | Electromagnetic, non-latching | |
| Rated operational current (AC-3) | 32 A | |
| Rated operational voltage for specified AC-3 duty | 400 V AC | |
| Rated motor power (AC-3) | 15 kW at 400 V AC | |
| Rated operational current (AC-1) | 65 A | |
| Contact material | Silver tin oxide (AgSnO2) | |
| Mounting method | DIN rail or suitable panel mounting | |
| DIN rail compatibility | 35 mm according to EN 60715 | |
| Terminal type | Screw terminals | |
| Supported conductor cross-section | 1.5–25 mm² | |
| Terminal tightening torque | 2.5 Nm | |
| Housing width | 45 mm | |
| Housing height | 74 mm | |
| Protection rating | IP20 | |
| Specified short-circuit rating | 10 kA with the appropriate protective arrangement | |
| Typical operate time | 10 ms | |
| Typical release time | 8 ms | |
| Ambient operating temperature | −40 to +70 °C | |
| Compatible thermal overload relay family | Finder 6K.T1 | |
| Optional accessories | Compatible Finder Series 6K auxiliary contact modules | |
| Relevant standard | IEC/EN 60947-4-1 | |
| Compliance | CE, UKCA, cULus and RoHS | |
| EAN | 8012823451381 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Finder 6K.13.8.230.4332 used for?
The Finder 6K.13.8.230.4332 is a three-pole industrial contactor designed for motor control and electrical load switching. Typical applications include three-phase motor starters, pumps, compressors, HVAC equipment, industrial machinery and electrical control panels.
What coil voltage does the Finder 6K.13.8.230.4332 require?
The contactor uses a 230 V AC nominal operating coil. It should be connected to a compatible AC control supply within the manufacturer's specified operating limits. It is not a 230 V DC coil version.
What is the contact configuration of the Finder 6K.13.8.230.4332?
The Finder 6K.13.8.230.4332 features three normally open main contacts (3 NO / 3PST-NO). All three contacts close when the coil is energised and return to their normally open positions when the coil is de-energised. Compatible auxiliary contact modules may be added where extra control or signalling contacts are required.
What motor power and current can the Finder 6K.13.8.230.4332 handle?
The contactor has a 32 A AC-3 operational current rating and a 15 kW motor power rating at 400 V AC. It also provides a 65 A AC-1 rating for suitable resistive electrical loads. The correct rating depends on the utilisation category, motor characteristics and installation conditions.
How is the Finder 6K.13.8.230.4332 installed?
The Finder 6K.13.8.230.4332 can be mounted onto a 35 mm DIN rail according to EN 60715 or installed using a suitable panel mounting arrangement. It features screw terminals, a 45 mm-wide housing and an IP20 protection rating. Compatible Finder 6K.T1 thermal overload relays can be incorporated into appropriately designed motor starter assemblies.
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Finder Series 6K industrial contactors deliver dependable switching solutions for motor control, electrical power management and industrial automation. With silver tin oxide contacts, compact DIN rail-compatible construction and a range of compatible accessories, the Finder 6K.13.8.230.4332 is a practical choice for electrical engineers, panel builders and OEM manufacturers designing robust industrial control systems.
