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RCP8002230VAC – RCP 8 PIN RELAY
Carlo Gavazzi RCP8002230VAC industrial electromechanical relay with a 230 V AC coil, 10 A DPDT contacts and an 8-pin octal plug-in connection for automation and control applications.
£11.73
Why Choose the Carlo Gavazzi RCP8002230VAC Industrial Relay?
The Carlo Gavazzi RCP8002230VAC 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 230 V AC 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, push-to-test arrangement and mechanical 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 RCP8002230VAC is suitable for industrial control circuits, automation equipment and general-purpose switching applications. Its 230 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.
- 230 V AC coil for direct operation from compatible AC control 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.
- Non-latching design provides straightforward electromechanical operation.
Key Features
- Carlo Gavazzi RCP industrial relay series.
- 230 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.
- Mechanical status indication and manual test facility.
- Socketable mounting using compatible RCP relay sockets.
- Silver alloy contact material.
Reliable Electromechanical Switching for Industrial Control
Electromechanical relays such as the Carlo Gavazzi RCP8002230VAC 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 indication and manual test arrangement provide useful status information during 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.
- Control systems requiring a 230 V AC relay coil.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Plug-in Relay | |
|---|---|---|
| Terminal Type | PCB / pins | |
| Mounting Type | Plug-in socket | |
| Load Voltage | 250 V AC | |
| Coil / Supply Voltage | 230 V AC | |
| Contacts | 2 C/O | |
| IP Rating | IP40 | |
| Manufacturer | Carlo Gavazzi | |
| Series | RCP | |
| Model | RCP8002230VAC | |
| Product type | Industrial electromechanical relay | |
| Coil voltage | 230 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 | approx. 6.5 kΩ | |
| Coil power | approx. 1.4 W | |
| Contact material | Silver tin oxide / silver alloy | |
| Contact resistance | approx. 100 mΩ | |
| Terminal type | Plug-in, 8-pin octal | |
| Mounting type | Socketable | |
| Indicator | LED | |
| 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 | CE, CSA, IMQ, RINA, TÜV and UL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Carlo Gavazzi RCP8002230VAC 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 RCP8002230VAC require?
The RCP8002230VAC has a 230 V AC coil and is designed for operation from a compatible 230 V AC control supply.
What current can the RCP8002230VAC 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 RCP8002230VAC 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 RCP8002230VAC 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.
