Contactor Ipoh Perak — Motor Control & Switching

A contactor is the switching device at the heart of any motor control panel — it turns power to a motor, pump, compressor or heating element on and off, often controlled remotely or as part of an automated system. Unlike a standard switch, contactors are built to handle the high inrush current and repeated switching cycles that motors and industrial equipment demand.

Contactors are typically paired with a Thermal Overload Relay (TOR) to form a complete motor starter — the contactor handles switching, the TOR protects against overload. See Kwong Electric stocks contactors in Ipoh, Perak for pump systems, air-conditioning compressors, conveyor systems and general factory automation.

Schneider TeSys-D Contactor

Our primary contactor range is Schneider's TeSys-D series — one of the most widely specified contactor ranges in Malaysian industrial and commercial installations. Designed to pair directly with TeSys LRD Thermal Overload Relays for a complete, reliable motor starter setup. Available in AC240V configuration across a range of current ratings to match different motor and load sizes.

We also stock Fuji Electric, Shihlin Electric and LS Electric contactors — not all listed online yet. If your project specification calls for a specific brand, WhatsApp our team in Ipoh at 016-5261333 and we'll confirm availability and pricing.

Not sure which contactor rating matches your motor or load? Share your motor's rated current and application (pump, fan, compressor, etc.) and we'll confirm the correct model.

Frequently Asked Questions — Contactor

What is a contactor used for?

A contactor is an electrically controlled switch used to turn power on and off to motors, pumps, compressors, heating elements and other high-power equipment. It allows remote or automated control of circuits that draw too much current for a standard switch to handle safely.

What is the difference between a contactor and a thermal overload relay?

A contactor switches motor power on and off — it does the actual work of connecting and disconnecting the circuit. A thermal overload relay does not switch power on its own; it monitors current and trips the contactor's circuit when an overload is detected. Together, they form a complete motor starter providing both control and protection.

How do I choose the right contactor size for my motor?

Check your motor's rated full load current (FLA) and starting characteristics, usually found on the motor nameplate. The contactor's current rating should be selected to safely handle both the motor's running current and its higher starting inrush current. WhatsApp us with your motor's nameplate details and application and we'll confirm the correct contactor model.

What equipment commonly uses a contactor?

Contactors are used wherever a motor or high-power load needs switching — common applications include water pumps, air-conditioning compressors, conveyor systems, ventilation fan motors, lighting contactors for large commercial lighting circuits, and general factory automation panels.

Do you stock other contactor brands besides Schneider?

Yes. Alongside Schneider TeSys-D, we also stock Fuji Electric, Shihlin Electric and LS Electric contactors — some models are not listed online yet. WhatsApp us with the brand or model your project specifies and we'll confirm stock and pricing.

Where can I buy contactors in Ipoh?

See Kwong Electric at 177, Jalan Pasir Puteh, Taman Hoover, 31650 Ipoh stocks electrical contactors — available for walk-in purchase, contractor bulk supply, or online order with delivery across Perak. Open Monday to Saturday, 8:30am to 5:00pm.