The IEEE defininations are correct. To expand upon them: A Relay is used on light electrical loads (usually 10 amps or less) and used in control circuits not Motor circuits. A Contactor is used to switch higher loads (10+ amps) both Horsepower and Resistive loads and a Starter Contactor is a Horsepower rated device for Motor loads and is usually mated with a Overload Relay to protect the motor. Nuff Electrical stuff back to the CUB's!!!
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