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    There's nothing wrong with using a relay to switch mains voltage, provided it's rated for the voltage and current.
    However going by the latest wiring diagram, you'll struggle to get a relay capable of the required current with 5 contacts. The VFD will draw 8 amps at full power, and along with the stepper PSUs, there will also be a surge during power up.
    You could use a 3PDT relay, such as RS part number 536-912 which is rated at 10A and power the VFD and PSUs via one contact, however I'd personally use something like 488-2610 with one for the VFD, one for the PSUs, and one for the E-stop circuit.

    Note, both those part numbers are for relays with 24VDC coils, but will give you an idea of the type of relays, as they're both a pretty common style/size of relay.
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