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Finder 56.44.8.240.0000 – 56 Series Miniature Power Relays
Finder 56.44.8.240.0000 is a 240 V AC industrial electromechanical power relay with four changeover contacts rated at 12 A, designed for reliable multi-circuit switching in industrial automation, machinery and electrical control systems.
£18.66
Why Choose the Finder 56.44.8.240.0000 Industrial Power Relay?
The Finder 56.44.8.240.0000 is a robust and versatile 4-pole changeover industrial electromechanical power relay designed for reliable electrical switching in industrial automation, machinery and control systems. Part of the established Finder 56 Series, this relay features a 240 V AC coil and four changeover contacts, providing flexible switching capabilities for multiple electrical circuits.
Designed for industrial control applications, the Finder 56.44 combines dependable electromechanical switching with practical plug-in construction. Its electrically isolated coil and contact circuits allow an AC control signal to operate separate electrical loads, making it suitable for automation interfaces, auxiliary switching, electrical interlocking and industrial control panels.
With four changeover contacts (4 CO / 4PDT) and a 12 A nominal contact rating, the Finder 56.44.8.240.0000 is suitable for controlling contactors, solenoids, signalling equipment and appropriately rated electrical loads. Its 240 V AC operating coil makes it particularly useful in industrial installations employing mains-voltage AC control circuits.
Key Advantages
- Four changeover contacts (4 CO / 4PDT) provide flexible multi-circuit switching.
- 240 V AC nominal coil suitable for industrial AC control systems.
- 12 A rated contacts for general-purpose power and control switching.
- Plug-in construction supports convenient installation, maintenance and replacement.
- Galvanic isolation between the control coil and switched contact circuits.
- Four independent changeover contact sets enable multiple switching functions.
- Suitable for industrial automation, electrical interlocking and auxiliary control applications.
- Established Finder 56 Series electromechanical relay technology.
Key Features
- Finder 56 Series industrial power relay.
- Four changeover contacts (4 CO / 4PDT).
- 240 V AC nominal coil voltage.
- 12 A nominal contact current.
- Designed for industrial AC control circuit operation.
- Electromagnetic, non-latching switching mechanism.
- Plug-in connection for compatible Finder relay sockets.
- Four contact sets operated simultaneously by one electromagnetic coil.
- Electrical isolation between the coil and contact circuits.
- Suitable for switching AC and DC loads within the specified contact ratings.
- Compact construction for industrial electrical control panels.
Reliable Multi-Circuit Switching for Industrial Control Systems
Industrial electromechanical relays provide an effective method of switching electrical loads through a separate control circuit. The Finder 56.44.8.240.0000 uses a 240 V AC electromagnetic coil to actuate four changeover contact sets, allowing several electrical circuits to be switched simultaneously from a single control signal.
The Finder 56 Series is designed for industrial applications requiring reliable contact operation, electrical isolation and flexible switching arrangements. Its four-pole changeover configuration is particularly useful for control circuit interlocking, auxiliary equipment switching, electrical signalling and automation systems where multiple circuits must change state together. The plug-in construction also supports convenient relay replacement during routine maintenance.
Typical Applications
- Industrial machinery and automation control panels.
- 240 V AC industrial control circuits.
- Motor starter and contactor control systems.
- Electrical distribution and industrial control cabinets.
- Solenoid, actuator and auxiliary equipment switching.
- Electrical interlocking and signalling applications.
- Building automation and HVAC control installations.
- Manufacturing and production automation equipment.
- Industrial monitoring, alarm and indication circuits.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Power Relay | |
|---|---|---|
| Mounting Type | Plug-in socket | |
| Switching Current (A) | 12 A | |
| Manufacturer | Finder | |
| Series | 56 Series | |
| Model | 56.44.8.240.0000 | |
| Product type | Industrial electromechanical power relay | |
| Contact configuration | 4 CO (4PDT) | |
| Number of poles | 4 | |
| Nominal coil voltage | 240 V AC | |
| Coil supply type | AC | |
| Nominal coil frequency | 50/60 Hz | |
| Rated contact current | 12 A | |
| Contact arrangement | Four changeover contact sets | |
| Mounting type | Plug-in relay mounting | |
| Connection type | Plug-in terminals | |
| Operating principle | Electromagnetic, non-latching | |
| Relay configuration | General-purpose industrial power relay |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Finder 56.44.8.240.0000 used for?
The Finder 56.44.8.240.0000 is an industrial electromechanical power relay used for switching multiple electrical circuits in automation equipment, industrial machinery and electrical control panels.
What coil voltage does this relay require?
The relay operates using a 240 V AC nominal coil supply, making it suitable for industrial control systems designed around this AC voltage.
How many contacts does the Finder 56.44.8.240.0000 have?
The relay features four changeover contacts (4 CO / 4PDT), allowing four separate electrical circuits to be switched simultaneously using one electromagnetic coil.
What is the rated contact current?
The Finder 56.44.8.240.0000 has a 12 A nominal contact rating. The permissible switching current depends on the load characteristics, switching voltage and operating conditions.
How is the Finder 56.44.8.240.0000 installed?
This relay uses a plug-in mounting arrangement and can be installed with a compatible Finder relay socket inside an industrial electrical control panel or automation cabinet.
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Finder 56 Series industrial power relays provide dependable electromechanical switching solutions for automation engineers, electrical panel builders and industrial maintenance professionals requiring robust contact performance, flexible switching arrangements and convenient integration into industrial control equipment.
