Wide-band contactor will ‘revolutionise’ motor management
19 March 2025 
Schneider Electric has launched a contactor that, it says, will revolutionise motor management, setting new standards for energy efficiency, reliability and operational simplicity. The TeSys Deca Advanced device uses a one-click connection technology, claimed to cut installation efforts by up to 75%, allowing rapid deployment in critical environments where uptime is essential.
The contactor uses a wide-band coil technology, capable of accepting control voltage inputs from 24–500V AC/DC. It not only withstands wide voltage fluctuations, but also reduces energy consumption, resulting in lower CO2 emissions and running costs. The wide-band technology also simplifies selection and inventory management.
The contactor has been engineered for reliability, and has undergone rigorous testing. Its 100kA short-circuit current rating offers flexibility to machine-builders. A three-layer set-up organises the contactor’s wiring for good visibility and accessibility, simplifying maintenance and troubleshooting.
“Innovation is essential in the design of material handling, packaging, and logistics machinery as OEMs strive to meet the rapidly changing demands of this expanding industry,” says Antonio Di Vaira, senior vice-president at Schneider’s Power Products NAM Hub. “With the new TeSys Deca Advanced, we’re excited to help machine-builders optimise their solutions, reducing space and energy requirements. It’s all about pairing advanced digital capabilities with operational simplicity, making their work easier and more efficient.”
