Schneider Electric 8501-C0-3 Solenoid Switch

Schneider Electric's Square D 8501-C0-3 solenoid switch is a Type C open-frame power relay designed to switch small single‑phase loads with a compact, panel‑mount friendly form factor. The 8501 Type C family uses a magnetic armature and coil to drive contacts and provides an SPDT arrangement (1 normally open, 1 normally closed) suitable for controlling devices such as small motors, electric heaters, pumps, or conveyors. Typical ratings for this line include up to 2 HP and 30 A resistive at 300 VAC, making it well-suited for light motor control and general‑purpose switching tasks in industrial controls. Coil voltages vary by model within the 8501 C family. The open-frame construction supports straightforward mounting inside control panels or on equipment backplanes, and the relays are designed to operate in industrial environments consistent with Square D product lines. This model sits within Schneider Electric’s Square D portfolio, a common choice for routine control‑system switching where reliable mid‑range current handling is required.