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RCP800212VAC – RCP 8 PIN RELAY
Carlo Gavazzi RCP800212VAC industrial electromechanical relay with a 12 V AC coil, 10 A DPDT contacts and an 8-pin octal plug-in connection for automation and control applications.
£6.51
Why Choose the Carlo Gavazzi RCP800212VAC Industrial Relay?
The Carlo Gavazzi RCP800212VAC is a robust industrial electromechanical relay designed for reliable switching and control in industrial automation and electrical control systems. As part of the Carlo Gavazzi RCP industrial relay series, it features a DPDT contact configuration with two change-over contacts, an 8-pin octal plug-in connection and a 12 V AC coil.
This relay provides dependable mechanical switching for a wide range of control applications. The socketable design allows the relay to be installed into compatible RCP sockets, while the integrated LED indication, push-to-test arrangement and visual flag provide convenient status indication and practical servicing features.
With a nominal switching current of 10 A and switching ratings up to 250 V AC or 30 V DC, the RCP800212VAC is suitable for industrial control circuits, automation equipment and general-purpose switching applications. Its 12 V AC coil provides straightforward control from compatible AC control systems.
Key Advantages
- Robust industrial electromechanical relay for automation applications.
- 10 A switching current for a wide range of control loads.
- 12 V AC coil for straightforward control from AC circuits.
- DPDT configuration with two change-over contacts provides flexible circuit switching.
- 250 V AC / 30 V DC maximum switching voltage.
- Integrated LED indication for convenient relay status monitoring.
- 8-pin octal plug-in connection enables socketable installation.
- Compatible with dedicated Carlo Gavazzi RCP relay sockets.
Key Features
- Carlo Gavazzi RCP industrial relay series.
- 12 V AC coil voltage.
- 10 A nominal contact current.
- DPDT contact configuration.
- 2 change-over contacts.
- 250 V AC maximum switching voltage.
- 30 V DC maximum switching voltage.
- 8-pin octal plug-in connection.
- Integrated LED indication.
- Push-to-test functionality with mechanical status flag.
- Socketable mounting using compatible RCP relay sockets.
- Silver tin oxide contact material.
Reliable Electromechanical Switching for Industrial Control
Electromechanical relays such as the Carlo Gavazzi RCP800212VAC use an electrically operated coil and mechanical contacts to provide galvanically isolated switching between control and load circuits. This makes them suitable for interfacing control equipment with a wide variety of electrical loads and automation circuits.
The RCP series is designed for industrial applications where dependable switching, easy replacement and clear operating status are important. The socketable 8-pin octal format allows the relay to be paired with compatible Carlo Gavazzi sockets, while the LED and mechanical flag provide useful visual indication during normal operation and maintenance.
Typical Applications
- Industrial automation control panels.
- Machine control and electrical control systems.
- PLC interface and signal switching applications.
- Industrial equipment and machinery.
- Control circuits requiring DPDT change-over contacts.
- General-purpose AC and DC load switching.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Plug-in Relay | |
|---|---|---|
| Terminal Type | PCB / pins | |
| Load Voltage | 250 V AC | |
| Mounting Type | Plug-in socket | |
| Coil / Supply Voltage | 12 V AC | |
| Contacts | 2 C/O | |
| Manufacturer | Carlo Gavazzi | |
| Series | RCP | |
| Model | RCP800212VAC | |
| Product type | Industrial electromechanical relay | |
| Coil voltage | 12 V AC | |
| Coil type | Non-latching | |
| Contact configuration | DPDT (2 Form C) | |
| Number of change-over contacts | 2 | |
| Nominal contact current | 10 A | |
| Switching voltage AC | 250 V AC maximum | |
| Switching voltage DC | 30 V DC maximum | |
| Maximum switching load | 2500 VA / 300 W | |
| Coil resistance | 16.9 Ω | |
| Coil power | approx. 1.4 W | |
| Contact material | Silver tin oxide | |
| Terminal type | Plug-in, 8-pin octal | |
| Mounting type | Socketable | |
| Indicator | LED with mechanical flag | |
| Minimum operating temperature | -40 °C | |
| Maximum operating temperature | 55 °C | |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | approx. 35 × 35.5 × 55.4 mm | |
| Contact resistance | approx. 100 mΩ | |
| Approvals | UL, CSA, IMQ, RINA and TÜV |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Carlo Gavazzi RCP800212VAC used for?
This industrial electromechanical relay is used for switching and control in automation equipment, machinery, control panels and general-purpose electrical circuits.
What coil voltage does the RCP800212VAC require?
The RCP800212VAC has a 12 V AC coil and is designed for operation from a compatible 12 V AC control supply.
What current can the RCP800212VAC switch?
The relay has a nominal contact current of 10 A, with switching capability up to 250 V AC or 30 V DC within the specified ratings.
What contact configuration does the RCP800212VAC have?
The relay uses a DPDT configuration with two change-over contacts, providing flexible switching between normally open and normally closed circuits.
How is the RCP800212VAC installed?
The relay uses an 8-pin octal plug-in connection and is installed into a compatible Carlo Gavazzi RCP relay socket.
Trusted for Industrial Relay Applications
Carlo Gavazzi RCP industrial relays provide dependable electromechanical switching, flexible DPDT change-over contacts and practical socketable installation for industrial automation and control systems.
