Forklift Contactor Selection: Coil, Main Contacts and Duty Ratings
A 24 V coil rating does not describe the load switched by the main contacts. Separate coil voltage, contact arrangement, current duty and terminal layout before comparing a replacement contactor.
SW200-series 24 V DC contactor reference. The photograph does not establish Albright manufacture or the full SW200N-2-24 suffix.
Compare the rating condition, not just the amp number
Read these columns with the manufacturer’s application definitions and the actual load cycle. A high intermittent rating cannot be treated as a continuous rating. The SW202 reference also states that its normally closed contacts are not intended to make and break load.
| Family | Main-contact arrangement | Thermal current: interrupted / uninterrupted | 30% duty current: interrupted / uninterrupted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albright SW80 | Normally open, single-pole single-throw | 100 A / 125 A | 185 A / 230 A |
| Albright SW200 | Normally open, single-pole single-throw | 250 A / 400 A | 455 A / 730 A |
| Albright SW202 | Motor-reversing, single-pole double-throw | 250 A / 250 A | 455 A / 455 A |
What the existing SW200 photograph establishes
The existing product page is titled SW200N-2-24. For an order against that exact code, confirm the full suffix from the old unit or its documentation as well as the 24 V coil. Manufacturer family specifications above must not be transferred to the photographed contactor without an exact product match.
The visible unit label identifies SW200 and 24 V DC; the package reference is 03.50.60.031786481. This photograph does not identify an Albright-manufactured unit or prove the complete SW200N-2-24 suffix. View full photo
Separate the control side from the load side
| Field | Evidence to provide | Selection consequence |
|---|---|---|
| Coil voltage and duty | Coil label, controller output specification | The coil must suit its supply and intended energised duty |
| Main contacts | Circuit function and exact contact arrangement | Main isolation, pump switching and reversing are different duties |
| Load voltage and current | System voltage, load type and duty information | A thermal rating alone does not establish switching or fault-breaking suitability |
| Suppression and polarity | Diode/resistor marking, wiring or ordering code | Check polarity and the controller’s coil-output requirements |
| Auxiliary contacts | Side-view photo, contact markings and wiring | Feedback contacts must match the vehicle circuit |
| Physical interface | Stud size and spacing, coil terminals, bracket and clearance | Similar housings may still have different wiring or mounting requirements |
Use the ordering details to resolve a near match
For example, the Albright SW200 reference specifies M10 main studs, 6.3 mm coil terminals and M5 mounting holes or brackets. It also offers different auxiliary-contact and coil-suppression configurations. Those details are useful checks against a candidate, not a specification for every contactor carrying “SW200” on its label.
Send a readable label, a top view of the main studs and a side view of the coil terminals and bracket. If the number is missing, include the truck nameplate and circuit position. Do not choose a replacement solely because its coil voltage and case shape match.
Ask about the part you need
A part number is optional. Start with the information you have.
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Technical references
Manufacturer references describe particular products or families. They do not establish Authpart stock or compatibility with your truck.