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RCP800212VDC – RCP 8 PIN RELAY
Carlo Gavazzi RCP800212VDC industrial electromechanical relay with a 12 V DC coil, 10 A DPDT contacts and an 8-pin octal plug-in connection for automation and control applications.
£6.53
Why Choose the Carlo Gavazzi RCP800212VDC Industrial Relay?
The Carlo Gavazzi RCP800212VDC 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 DC coil.
This relay provides dependable mechanical switching for a wide range of industrial control applications. The socketable design allows the relay to be installed into compatible RCP sockets, while the integrated LED indication, mechanical flag and test button 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 RCP800212VDC is suitable for industrial control circuits, automation equipment and general-purpose switching applications. Its 12 V DC coil provides straightforward control from compatible DC control systems.
Key Advantages
- Robust industrial electromechanical relay for automation applications.
- 10 A switching current for a wide range of control loads.
- 12 V DC coil for straightforward control from DC 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.
- Mechanical position flag and test button support inspection and maintenance.
- 8-pin octal plug-in connection enables socketable installation.
Key Features
- Carlo Gavazzi RCP industrial relay series.
- 12 V DC 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.
- Mechanical flag for contact position indication.
- Test button for manual operation.
- Socketable mounting using compatible RCP relay sockets.
- RINA marine approval for suitable industrial and marine applications.
Reliable Electromechanical Switching for Industrial Control
Electromechanical relays such as the Carlo Gavazzi RCP800212VDC 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, mechanical flag and test button provide useful visual indication and practical maintenance functionality.
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.
- Marine-approved industrial control applications.
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 DC | |
| Contacts | 2 C/O | |
| IP Rating | IP40 | |
| Manufacturer | Carlo Gavazzi | |
| Series | RCP | |
| Model | RCP800212VDC | |
| Product type | Industrial electromechanical relay | |
| Coil voltage | 12 V DC | |
| Coil type | Non-latching | |
| Contact configuration | DPDT (2 Form C) | |
| Number of change-over contacts | 2 | |
| Number of poles | 2 | |
| Nominal contact current | 10 A | |
| Switching voltage AC | 250 V AC maximum | |
| Switching voltage DC | 30 V DC maximum | |
| Coil resistance | 120 Ω | |
| Coil power | approx. 1.4 W | |
| Contact material | Silver tin oxide | |
| Contact resistance | approx. 100 mΩ | |
| Terminal type | Plug-in, 8-pin octal | |
| Mounting type | Socketable | |
| Indicator | LED with mechanical flag | |
| Test function | Manual test button | |
| Minimum operating temperature | -40 °C | |
| Maximum operating temperature | 55 °C | |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | approx. 35 × 35.5 × 55.4 mm | |
| Protection rating | IP40 | |
| Approvals | UL, TÜV, RINA, IMQ and CSA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Carlo Gavazzi RCP800212VDC 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 RCP800212VDC require?
The RCP800212VDC has a 12 V DC coil and is designed for operation from a compatible 12 V DC control supply.
What current can the RCP800212VDC 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 RCP800212VDC 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 RCP800212VDC 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, clear status indication and practical socketable installation for industrial automation and control systems.
