AMETEK Switch is a designer and manufacturer of high quality DC contactors and solenoids for a wide range of applications. AMETEK purchased the solenoid and contactor product lines from Prestolite Electric in August 2000. Our DC contactors and specific solenoid product families have been UL approved.

DC contactors are used in forklifts, electric vehicles, luxury boats, telecommunication systems, welding, uninterruptible power supplies, ground power generation, and any other application that has the need for a dependable source of power.

DC contactors range in current from 100 to 2,000 amps and can handle up to 500 volts. Our contactors operate in a variety of environments and have been designed for open or enclosed construction. In addition, we have a wide variety of existing field proven designs that can be used to meet your size and weight requirements. Our Magnalatch TM family of patented protected designs (100 through 2,000 amps) offers an economical option for those applications that do not require a significant amount of contactor switching.