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Differences Between NEMA and IEC Starters and Contactors

Issue:
What is the difference between NEMA and IEC starters and contactors.

Product Line:
NEMA and IEC Starters and Contactors - GIC Product

Environment:
US Product

Cause:
Product Selection

Resolution:
There are many differences between IEC and NEMA devices in terms of utilization and standards.  NEMA has published a comprehensive list of differences in their document "ICS 2.4"  The most recent revision at the time of this article is "NEMA ICS 2.4-2003 (R2012)"

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