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Finder 6K.14.9.048.4318 – 6K Series Industrial contactors
Finder 6K.14.9.048.4318 is an 18 A four-pole industrial contactor with a 48 V DC control coil, a 7.5 kW motor power rating at 400 V AC and one normally open plus one normally closed auxiliary contact for industrial motor control and electrical switching applications.
£65.59
Why Choose the Finder 6K.14.9.048.4318 Industrial Contactor?
The Finder 6K.14.9.048.4318 is an 18 A industrial contactor designed for electrical load switching, motor control and industrial automation applications. Part of the Finder Series 6K industrial contactor range, this electromechanical switching device provides a practical solution for controlling motors and electrical equipment in industrial machinery, electrical distribution assemblies and automation systems.
Featuring a 48 V DC control coil, the Finder 6K.14.9.048.4318 can be operated from a compatible DC control circuit. Its four-pole main contact arrangement, integrated auxiliary contacts and modular construction make it suitable for applications requiring remote switching, electrical interlocking and equipment status signalling. The contactor also incorporates a busbar connection arrangement for integration into compatible electrical assemblies.
With a rated operating current of 18 A under AC-3 conditions at 400 V AC and a 7.5 kW motor power rating at 400 V AC, the Finder 6K.14.9.048.4318 is suitable for appropriately rated three-phase motors and industrial electrical loads. Its specified 18 A AC-4 operating current rating provides additional information for selecting the contactor in applications involving demanding motor switching duties.
Key Advantages
- Reliable 18 A industrial contactor for electrical switching and motor control.
- 48 V DC control coil for integration with compatible industrial DC control systems.
- Four-pole main contact arrangement for coordinated electrical switching.
- 18 A AC-3 operating current rating at 400 V AC for suitable motor switching applications.
- 7.5 kW AC-3 motor power rating at 400 V AC.
- 18 A AC-4 operating current rating at 400 V AC for specified motor switching duties.
- One normally open and one normally closed auxiliary contact for signalling and control functions.
- Modular construction supports integration into industrial electrical control assemblies.
- Busbar main contact connection for compatible electrical installations.
- Suitable for industrial machinery, motor starters and automation equipment.
Key Features
- Finder Series 6K industrial contactor.
- Four-pole main contact arrangement.
- 18 A rated operating current under AC-3 conditions at 400 V AC.
- 7.5 kW rated motor power under AC-3 conditions at 400 V AC.
- 18 A rated operating current under AC-4 conditions at 400 V AC.
- 7.5 kW rated motor power under AC-4 conditions at 400 V AC.
- 48 V DC nominal control voltage.
- One normally open auxiliary contact for electrical control or signalling.
- One normally closed auxiliary contact for interlocking or monitoring.
- Busbar connection for the main contact arrangement.
- Modular contactor construction.
- Electromagnetic operation for remote electrical switching.
- Suitable for industrial motor control and automation applications.
Reliable Motor Control and Electrical Switching for Industrial Automation
Industrial contactors such as the Finder 6K.14.9.048.4318 provide electrically controlled switching of power circuits. When the 48 V DC control coil is energised, the electromagnetic mechanism operates the main contacts to change the state of the connected electrical circuits. Removing the control supply allows the contactor to return to its normal state, enabling equipment operation through a compatible control system.
The Finder Series 6K is designed for industrial electrical switching applications requiring remote control of motors and electrical loads. The four-pole arrangement provides switching flexibility for appropriately designed circuits, while the 1 NO + 1 NC auxiliary contact configuration supports electrical interlocking, control feedback and equipment status indication.
With an 18 A AC-3 operating current rating and a 7.5 kW motor power rating at 400 V AC, the 6K.14.9.048.4318 can be incorporated into appropriately designed motor starter assemblies. Its AC-4 ratings should also be considered where applications involve more demanding switching conditions, such as inching, jogging or plugging. Suitable overload protection, short-circuit protection and electrical coordination should be selected according to the connected equipment and installation requirements.
Typical Applications
- Industrial motor starter assemblies and switching circuits.
- Three-phase motor control systems.
- Industrial pumps and pumping equipment.
- Conveyor systems and material handling machinery.
- Compressors and motor-driven industrial equipment.
- Heating, ventilation and air conditioning control systems.
- Manufacturing and automated production machinery.
- Industrial electrical control panels and distribution assemblies.
- 48 V DC-operated industrial control systems.
- Electrical interlocking, signalling and equipment monitoring circuits.
- OEM machinery and industrial automation integration.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Contactor | |
|---|---|---|
| Coil Type | DC | |
| Coil Voltage Range | 42–48 V | |
| Manufacturer | Finder | |
| Series | 6K Industrial Contactors | |
| Model | 6K.14.9.048.4318 | |
| Product type | Industrial electromechanical contactor | |
| Number of main poles | 4 | |
| Rated operating current (AC-3, 400 V AC) | 18 A | |
| Rated motor power (AC-3, 400 V AC) | 7.5 kW | |
| Rated operating current (AC-4, 400 V AC) | 18 A | |
| Rated motor power (AC-4, 400 V AC) | 7.5 kW | |
| Nominal control voltage | 48 V DC | |
| Control supply type | DC | |
| Normally open auxiliary contacts | 1 NO | |
| Normally closed auxiliary contacts | 1 NC | |
| Main contact connection type | Busbar connection | |
| Construction | Modular | |
| Operating principle | Electromagnetic switching | |
| EAN | 8012823457635 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Finder 6K.14.9.048.4318 used for?
The Finder 6K.14.9.048.4318 is an industrial contactor used for electrically controlled switching of suitable motors, machinery and electrical loads in industrial control and automation systems.
What is the operating current and motor power rating of this contactor?
The Finder 6K.14.9.048.4318 has an 18 A rated operating current at 400 V AC and a 7.5 kW motor power rating under AC-3 conditions. Its listed AC-4 ratings are also 18 A and 7.5 kW at 400 V AC.
What control voltage does the Finder 6K.14.9.048.4318 require?
The contactor uses a 48 V DC control coil, allowing operation from a compatible DC control circuit in industrial electrical equipment.
Does the Finder 6K.14.9.048.4318 include auxiliary contacts?
Yes. The contactor includes one normally open (1 NO) and one normally closed (1 NC) auxiliary contact, which can be used for electrical interlocking, control signalling and contactor status monitoring.
What is the difference between AC-3 and AC-4 contactor ratings?
AC-3 generally covers starting and switching off squirrel-cage motors during normal running, while AC-4 covers more demanding duties such as plugging, inching and jogging. The appropriate utilisation category must be considered when selecting a contactor for a particular motor control application.
Trusted by Industrial Automation Professionals Worldwide
Finder Series 6K industrial contactors provide practical electromechanical switching solutions for machine builders, electrical panel manufacturers, maintenance engineers and automation professionals. Combining a 48 V DC control coil, four-pole main contact arrangement, auxiliary signalling contacts and defined AC-3 and AC-4 motor switching ratings, the Finder 6K.14.9.048.4318 is a suitable component for professionally designed industrial motor control and electrical switching systems.
