ABB AF12ZB-30-01-21 Block Contactor - 690V AC-3
Part Number: 1SBL156061R2101
Quick Summary
The ABB AF12ZB-30-01-21 block contactor is a three-pole device designed for reliable motor control in industrial environments. In practice, voltage fluctuations and panel heat can cause nuisance trips and shortened motor life; this product’s wide control voltage tolerance and built-in surge protection help mitigate those risks. It complies with IEC/EN 60947-1, IEC/EN 60947-4-1, UL 60335-2-40, and CSA standards, with IP20 protection and CE/UKCA declarations for global deployment. For OEMs and panel builders, its compact DIN-rail footprint, screw-terminal connections, and scalable accessory options simplify installation and future expansion, driving lower total cost of ownership and faster time-to-value.
Product Information
Extended Description
1SBL156061R2101 ABB: The AF12ZB-30-01-21 is a 3 pole - 690 V IEC or 600 UL contactor with 1 built-in auxiliary contact and screw terminals, controlling motors up to 5.5 kW / 400 V AC (AC-3) or 7-1/2 hp / 480 V UL and switching power circuits up to 28 A (AC-1) or 28 A UL general use. Thanks to the AF technology, the contactor has a wide control voltage range (24-60 V 50/60 Hz and 20-60 V DC), managing large control voltage variations, reducing panel energy consumptions and ensuring distinct operations in unstable networks. Furthermore, surge protection is built-in, offering a compact solution. AF contactors have a block type design, can be easily extended with add-on auxiliary contact blocks and an additional wide range of accessories.
Minimum Order Quantity
1 piece
Customs Tariff Number
85364900
Data Sheet, Technical Information
Motor control and protection for Rolling stock application_PDF
Instructions and Manuals
Installation instructions AF(C)09...38(Z)(B) Contactors, NF(C)(Z)(B)22...80E Contactor relays and CA4, CAL4, CAT4, CC4, LDC4 Accessories
Instructions and Manuals (Part 2)
Contactors and Overload relays guide
CAD Dimensional Drawing
Information - 2D and 3D files for CAD systems
Product Net Width
45 mm
Product Net Depth / Length
77 mm
Product Net Height
86 mm
Product Net Weight
0.31 kg
Number of Main Contacts NO
3
Number of Main Contacts NC
0
Number of Auxiliary Contacts NO
0
Number of Auxiliary Contacts NC
1
Number of Poles
3P
Standards
IEC/EN 60947-1, IEC/EN 60947-4-1, UL 60335-2-40 LZGH2 A2L, UL 60947-4-1, CSA C22.2 No. 60335-2-40 LZGH2 A2L, CSA C22.2 No. 60947-4-1, IEC 60077-1 (applicable parts), IEC 60077-2 (applicable parts), EN 50155 (applicable parts), TR CU 001/2011, IEC 61373, For compliance confirmation on applicable parts based on your application and combination, please consult your ABB sales representatives.
Rated Operational Voltage
Auxiliary Circuit 690 V | Main Circuit 690 V
Rated Frequency (f)
Auxiliary Circuit 50 / 60 Hz | Control Circuit 50 / 60 Hz | Main Circuit 50 / 60 Hz
Conventional Free-air Thermal Current (Ith)
acc. to IEC 60947-4-1, Open Contactors Θ = 40 °C 35 A | acc. to IEC 60947-5-1, Θ = 40 °C 16 A
Rated Operational Current AC-1 (Ie)
(690 V) 40 °C 28 A | (690 V) 60 °C 28 A | (690 V) 70 °C 24 A
Rated Operational Current AC-3 (Ie)
(415 V) 60 °C 12 A | (440 V) 60 °C 12 A | (500 V) 60 °C 12.5 A | (690 V) 60 °C 9 A | (380 / 400 V) 60 °C 12 A | (220 / 230 / 240 V) 60 °C 12 A
Rated Operational Current AC-3e (Ie)
(415 V) 60 °C 12 A | (440 V) 60 °C 12 A | (500 V) 60 °C 12.5 A | (690 V) 60 °C 9 A | (380 / 400 V) 60 °C 12 A | (220 / 230 / 240 V) 60 °C 12 A
Rated Operational Current AC-15 (Ie)
(500 V) 2 A | (690 V) 2 A | (24 / 127 V) 6 A | (220 / 240 V) 4 A | (400 / 440 V) 3 A
Rated Operational Current DC-1 (Ie)
(110 V) 1-Pole, 40 °C 15 A | (110 V) 1-Pole, 60 °C 15 A | (110 V) 1-Pole, 70 °C 15 A | (110 V) 2 Poles in Series, 40 °C 27 A | (110 V) 2 Poles in Series, 60 °C 27 A | (110 V) 2 Poles in Series, 70 °C 24 A | (110 V) 3 Poles in Series, 40 °C 27 A | (110 V) 3 Poles in Series, 60 °C 27 A | (110 V) 3 Poles in Series, 70 °C 24 A | (220 V) 2 Poles in Series, 40 °C 15 A | (220 V) 2 Poles in Series, 60 °C 15 A | (220 V) 2 Poles in Series, 70 °C 15 A | (220 V) 3 Poles in Series, 40 °C 27 A | (220 V) 3 Poles in Series, 60 °C 27 A | (220 V) 3 Poles in Series, 70 °C 24 A | (72 V) 1-Pole, 40 °C 27 A | (72 V) 1-Pole, 60 °C 27 A | (72 V) 1-Pole, 70 °C 24 A | (72 V) 2 Poles in Series, 40 °C 27 A | (72 V) 2 Poles in Series, 60 °C 27 A | (72 V) 2 Poles in Series, 70 °C 24 A | (72 V) 3 Poles in Series, 40 °C 27 A | (72 V) 3 Poles in Series, 60 °C 27 A | (72 V) 3 Poles in Series, 70 °C 24 A
Rated Operational Current DC-3 (Ie)
(110 V) 1-Pole, 40 °C 7 A | (110 V) 1-Pole, 60 °C 7 A | (110 V) 1-Pole, 70 °C 7 A | (110 V) 2 Poles in Series, 40 °C 27 A | (110 V) 2 Poles in Series, 60 °C 27 A | (110 V) 2 Poles in Series, 70 °C 24 A | (110 V) 3 Poles in Series, 40 °C 27 A | (110 V) 3 Poles in Series, 60 °C 27 A | (110 V) 3 Poles in Series, 70 °C 24 A | (220 V) 2 Poles in Series, 40 °C 7 A | (220 V) 2 Poles in Series, 60 °C 7 A | (220 V) 2 Poles in Series, 70 °C 7 A | (220 V) 3 Poles in Series, 40 °C 27 A | (220 V) 3 Poles in Series, 60 °C 27 A | (220 V) 3 Poles in Series, 70 °C 24 A | (72 V) 1-Pole, 40 °C 27 A | (72 V) 1-Pole, 60 °C 27 A | (72 V) 1-Pole, 70 °C 24 A | (72 V) 2 Poles in Series, 40 °C 27 A | (72 V) 2 Poles in Series, 60 °C 27 A | (72 V) 2 Poles in Series, 70 °C 24 A | (72 V) 3 Poles in Series, 40 °C 27 A | (72 V) 3 Poles in Series, 60 °C 27 A | (72 V) 3 Poles in Series, 70 °C 24 A
Rated Operational Current DC-5 (Ie)
(110 V) 1-Pole, 40 °C 4 A | (110 V) 1-Pole, 60 °C 4 A | (110 V) 1-Pole, 70 °C 4 A | (110 V) 2 Poles in Series, 40 °C 15 A | (110 V) 2 Poles in Series, 60 °C 15 A | (110 V) 2 Poles in Series, 70 °C 15 A | (110 V) 3 Poles in Series, 40 °C 27 A | (110 V) 3 Poles in Series, 60 °C 27 A | (110 V) 3 Poles in Series, 70 °C 24 A | (220 V) 2 Poles in Series, 40 °C 4 A | (220 V) 2 Poles in Series, 60 °C 4 A | (220 V) 2 Poles in Series, 70 °C 4 A | (220 V) 3 Poles in Series, 40 °C 12 A | (220 V) 3 Poles in Series, 60 °C 12 A | (220 V) 3 Poles in Series, 70 °C 12 A | (72 V) 1-Pole, 40 °C 12 A | (72 V) 1-Pole, 60 °C 12 A | (72 V) 1-Pole, 70 °C 12 A | (72 V) 2 Poles in Series, 40 °C 27 A | (72 V) 2 Poles in Series, 60 °C 27 A | (72 V) 2 Poles in Series, 70 °C 24 A | (72 V) 3 Poles in Series, 40 °C 27 A | (72 V) 3 Poles in Series, 60 °C 27 A | (72 V) 3 Poles in Series, 70 °C 24 A
Rated Operational Current DC-13 (Ie)
(24 V) 6 A / 144 W | (48 V) 2.8 A / 134 W | (72 V) 1 A / 72 W | (110 V) 0.55 A / 60 W | (125 V) 0.55 A / 69 W | (220 V) 0.27 A / 60 W | (250 V) 0.27 A / 68 W | (400 V) 0.15 A / 60 W | (500 V) 0.13 A / 65 W | (600 V) 0.1 A / 60 W
Rated Operational Power AC-3 (Pe)
(415 V) 5.5 kW | (440 V) 5.5 kW | (500 V) 7.5 kW | (690 V) 7.5 kW | (380 / 400 V) 5.5 kW | (220 / 230 / 240 V) 3 kW
Rated Operational Power AC-3e (Pe)
(415 V) 5.5 kW | (440 V) 5.5 kW | (500 V) 7.5 kW | (690 V) 7.5 kW | (380 / 400 V) 5.5 kW | (220 / 230 / 240 V) 3 kW
Rated Short-time Withstand Current Low Voltage (Icw)
at 40 °C Ambient Temp, in Free Air, from a Cold State 10 s 150 A | at 40 °C Ambient Temp, in Free Air, from a Cold State 15 min 35 A | at 40 °C Ambient Temp, in Free Air, from a Cold State 1 min 60 A | at 40 °C Ambient Temp, in Free Air, from a Cold State 1 s 300 A | at 40 °C Ambient Temp, in Free Air, from a Cold State 30 s 80 A | for 0.1 s 140 A | for 1 s 100 A
Maximum Breaking Capacity
cos phi=0.45 (cos phi=0.35 for Ie > 100 A) at 440 V 250 A | cos phi=0.45 (cos phi=0.35 for Ie > 100 A) at 690 V 106 A
Rated Insulation Voltage (Ui)
acc. to IEC 60947-4-1 690 V | acc. to IEC 60947-5-1 690 V | acc. to UL/CSA 600 V
Rated Impulse Withstand Voltage (Uimp)
6 kV
Maximum Electrical Switching Frequency
(AC-1) 600 cycles per hour | (AC-15) 1200 cycles per hour | (AC-2 / AC-4) 300 cycles per hour | (AC-3) 1200 cycles per hour | (DC-13) 900 cycles per hour
Maximum Mechanical Switching Frequency
3600 cycles per hour
Rated Control Circuit Voltage (Uc)
50 Hz 24 ... 60 V | 60 Hz 24 ... 60 V | DC Operation 20 ... 60 V
Power Loss
at 6 A per Pole 0.1 W | at Rated Operating Conditions AC-1 per Pole 1 W | at Rated Operating Conditions AC-3 per Pole 0.2 W
Operate Time
Between Coil De-energization and NC Contact Closing 13 ... 98 ms | Between Coil De-energization and NO Contact Opening 11 ... 95 ms | Between Coil Energization and NC Contact Opening 38 ... 90 ms | Between Coil Energization and NO Contact Closing 40 ... 95 ms
Mounting on DIN Rail
TH35-15 (35 x 15 mm Mounting Rail) acc. to IEC 60715 | TH35-7.5 (35 x 7.5 mm Mounting Rail) acc. to IEC 60715
Mounting by Screws (not supplied)
2 x M4 screws placed diagonally
Connecting Capacity Main Circuit
Flexible with Ferrule 1/2x 0.75 ... 6 mm² | Flexible with Insulated Ferrule 1x 0.75 ... 4 mm² | Flexible with Insulated Ferrule 2x 0.75 ... 2.5 mm² | Rigid Solid 1/2x 1 ... 4 mm² | Rigid Stranded 1/2x 1 ... 6 mm²
Connecting Capacity Auxiliary Circuit
Rigid Solid 1/2x 1 ... 2.5 mm² | Rigid Stranded 1/2x 1 ... 2.5 mm²
Connecting Capacity Control Circuit
Flexible with Ferrule 1/2x 0.75 ... 2.5 mm² | Flexible with Insulated Ferrule 1x 0.75 ... 2.5 mm² | Flexible with Insulated Ferrule 2x 0.75 ... 1.5 mm² | Rigid Solid 1/2x 1 ... 2.5 mm² | Rigid Stranded 1/2x 1 ... 2.5 mm²
Wire Stripping Length
Auxiliary Circuit 10 mm | Control Circuit 10 mm | Main Circuit 10 mm
Degree of Protection
acc. to IEC 60529, IEC 60947-1, EN 60529 Auxiliary Terminals IP20 | acc. to IEC 60529, IEC 60947-1, EN 60529 Coil Terminals IP20 | acc. to IEC 60529, IEC 60947-1, EN 60529 Main Terminals IP20
Tightening Torque
Auxiliary Circuit 1.2 N·m | Control Circuit 1.2 N·m | Main Circuit 1.5 N·m
Terminal Type
Screw Terminals
Product Name
Block Contactor
NEMA Size
0
Continuous Current Rating NEMA
18 A
Horsepower Rating NEMA
(115 V AC) Single Phase 1 Hp | (200 V AC) Three Phase 3 Hp | (230 V AC) Single Phase 2 Hp | (230 V AC) Three Phase 3 Hp | (460 V AC) Three Phase 5 Hp | (575 V AC) Three Phase 5 Hp
Maximum Operating Voltage UL/CSA
Main Circuit 600 V
General Use Rating UL/CSA
(600 V AC) 28 A
Horsepower Rating UL/CSA
(120 V AC) Single Phase 1 hp | (200 ... 208 V AC) Three Phase 3 hp | (220 ... 240 V AC) Three Phase 3 hp | (240 V AC) Single Phase 2 hp | (440 ... 480 V AC) Three Phase 7-1/2 hp | (550 ... 600 V AC) Three Phase 10 hp
Connecting Capacity Main Circuit UL/CSA
Rigid Solid 1/2x 16-10 AWG | Rigid Stranded 1/2x 16-10 AWG
Connecting Capacity Auxiliary Circuit UL/CSA
Rigid Solid 1/2x 18-14 AWG | Rigid Stranded 1/2x 18-14 AWG
Connecting Capacity Control Circuit UL/CSA
Rigid Solid 1/2x 18-14 AWG | Rigid Stranded 1/2x 18-14 AWG
Tightening Torque UL/CSA
Auxiliary Circuit 11 in·lb | Control Circuit 11 in·lb | Main Circuit 13 in·lb
Full Load Amps Motor Use
(120 V AC) Single Phase 16 A | (200 ... 208 V AC) Three Phase 11 A | (220 ... 240 V AC) Three Phase 9.6 A | (240 V AC) Single Phase 12 A | (440 ... 480 V AC) Three Phase 11 A | (550 ... 600 V AC) Three Phase 11 A
Ambient Air Temperature
Close to Contactor Fitted with Thermal O/L Relay -25 ... 60 °C | Close to Contactor without Thermal O/L Relay -40 ... 70 °C | Close to Contactor for Storage -60 ... +80 °C
Climatic Withstand
Category B according to IEC 60947-1 Annex Q
Maximum Operating Altitude Permissible
Without Derating 3000 m
Shock and Vibration Withstand acc. to IEC 61373
Category 1, Class B
Pollution Degree
3
Conflict Minerals Reporting Template (CMRT)
CMRT - Conflict Minerals Reporting Template
REACH Declaration
REACH - Letter of Confirmation for block contactors, contactor relays, installation contactors, mini contactors, mini contactor relays, thermal overload relays, electronic overload relays and related accessories
RoHS Information
RoHS II declaration for block contactors, installation contactors, mini contactors, mini contactor relays, thermal overload relays, electronic overload relays and related accessories
RoHS Status
Following EU Directive 2011/65/EU and Amendment 2015/863 July 22, 2019
Toxic Substances Control Act - TSCA
Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) declaration for Contactors
WEEE B2C / B2B
Business To Business
WEEE Category
5. Small Equipment (No External Dimension More Than 50 cm)
End Of Life Disassembling Instructions
End of life instruction AF(S)09/12/16/26/30/38(Z)(B)(K)(RT) Contactors & NF(Z)(B)(K)(RT) Contactors relays
Environmental Product Declaration - EPD
Environmental Product Declaration - AF09/12/16(Z)(B) Contactors and NF(Z) Contactor relaysAF(S)09/12/16(Z)(B) Contactors and NF(Z)(B) Contactors Relays (FR) | Environmental Product Declaration - AF09/12/16(Z)(B) Contactors and NF(Z) Contactor relays
Sustainable Material Content in Packaging (wt. %)
Recycled Cardboard - 86 %
Sustainable Material Content in Product (wt. %)
Recycled Metal - 28 %
A2L Certificate – UL
UL-US A2L LZGH2 Certificate of Compliance AF09 ... AF38 3-pole contactors with screw terminals - UL 60335-2-40 Household and Similar Electrical Appliances - Safety - Part 2-40: Particular Requirements for Electrical Heat Pumps, Air-Conditioners and Dehumidifiers | UL-CA A2L LZGH2 Certificate of Compliance AF09 ... AF38 3-pole contactors with screw terminals - CSA C22.2 No. 60335-2-40 Household and Similar Electrical Appliances - Safety - Part 2-40: Particular Requirements for Electrical Heat Pumps, Air-Conditioners and Dehumidifiers
CB Certificate
CB Certificate AF09, AF12, AF16, AF09(Z)B, AF12(Z)B, AF16(Z)B 3 and 4-pole contactors, AFS09, AFS12, AFS16 safety contactors
CCC Certificate
CCC Certificate AF09, AF12, AF16, AF09(Z)B, AF12(Z)B, AF16(Z)B 3 and 4-pole contactors, AFS09, AFS12, AFS16 safety contactors
CQC Certificate
CQC Certificate AF(C)09, AF(C)12, AF(C)16, AF09(Z)B, AF12(Z)B, AF16(Z)B 3 and 4-pole contactors, AFS09, AFS12, AFS16 safety contactors
Declaration of Conformity - CCC
CCC Declaration of Conformity, Contactor, AF*09, AF*12, AF*16, Made in France
Declaration of Conformity - CE
EU Declaration of Conformity AF09 ... AF38(Z)B..(K), AF40B ... AF96B 3 and 4-pole contactors
Declaration of Conformity - UKCA
UK Declaration of Conformity AF09 ... AF38(Z)B..(K), AF40B ... AF96B 3 and 4-pole contactors
GOST Certificate
GOST_POCCFR.ME77.B07175.pdf
KC Certificate
KC Certificate AF12, AF16 3-pole contactors
UL Certificate
UL-US Certificate of Compliance AF(C)(S)09(R/M/N)-..(L)(S)(K)...AF(C)(S)38(R/M/N)..(K) 3-pole contactors screw, spring and push-in spring terminals; LDC4 additional coil terminal block; LF16-4, LG16-4, LF38-4 and LH38-4 connecting strips, LD38-4 additional terminal block | UL-CA Certificate of Compliance AF(C)(S)09(R/M/N)-..(L)(S)(K)...AF(C)(S)38(R/M/N)..(K) 3-pole contactors screw, spring and push-in spring terminals; LDC4 additional coil terminal block; LF16-4, LG16-4, LF38-4 and LH38-4 connecting strips, LD38-4 additional terminal block
UL Listing Card
E312527
Package Level 1 Units
box 1 piece
Package Level 1 Width
87 mm
Package Level 1 Depth / Length
79 mm
Package Level 1 Height
47 mm
Package Level 1 Gross Weight
0.31 kg
Package Level 1 EAN
3471523123816
Package Level 2 Units
box 27 piece
Package Level 2 Width
250 mm
Package Level 2 Depth / Length
300 mm
Package Level 2 Height
315 mm
Package Level 2 Gross Weight
16.74 kg
Package Level 3 Units
1296 piece
Object Classification Code
Q
ETIM 7
EC000066 - Power contactor, AC switching
ETIM 8
EC000066 - Power contactor, AC switching
ETIM 9
EC000066 - Power contactor, AC switching
eClass
V11.0 : 27371003
UNSPSC
39121529
IDEA Granular Category Code (IGCC)
4758 >> Iec Contactors
Feature AF technology delivers a wide control voltage range of 24-60 V at 50/60 Hz and 20-60 V DC, providing resilience against network variations and reducing standby energy in control circuits. Business impact: stable operations, fewer false trips, and energy efficiency in control panels. Application: fans, conveyors, and motor starters in manufacturing lines where supply quality varies. Feature Three-pole 690 V main circuit with 28 A (AC-1) and up to 12–9 A (AC-3/AC-3e) ratings; built for motors up to 5.5 kW (AC-3) across common voltages. Business impact: higher conveyor and pump reliability with predictable startup currents. Application: machine centers and rolling stock motor control where robust switching is required. Feature Built-in auxiliary NC contact; screw terminals; block-type design with extendable accessory blocks. Business impact: simplified interlocking, clear status signaling, and scalable control logic. Application: control circuits requiring feedback in automation sequences. Feature Compact DIN-rail mounting (TH35-15 or TH35-7.5) and screw-terminal connections; rated for flexible and rigid wiring. Business impact: faster panel assembly, reduced wiring errors, and easier service. Application: OEM panels, control cabinets, and retrofit projects. Feature Comprehensive standards compliance (IEC 60947-1, 60947-4-1; UL/CSA 60335-2-40; EN/CE/UKCA); IP20 protection; broad environmental tolerance. Business impact: lower compliance risk and smoother global procurement. Application: multinational manufacturing with varied regulatory needs. Feature Optional accessories and add-on auxiliary blocks enable scalable configurations. Business impact: future-proofing without complete redesigns; cost-effective expansion. Application: evolving machine lines and modular automation architectures.
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FAQs
Mount the device on TH35-15 or TH35-7.5 DIN rails per IEC 60715; use the recommended 1.2 N·m tightening torque for terminals and secure the unit firmly to prevent vibration-related connection loosening in industrial cabinets.
The contactor provides a 690 V rated main circuit; Rated Operational Current AC-1 is 28 A, with AC-3 ratings around 9–12 A depending on voltage and temperature. It is suitable for motor control up to 5.5 kW (AC-3) across common voltages, and 28 A in AC-1 applications.
It supports a wide control voltage range: 24–60 V AC at 50/60 Hz and 20–60 V DC, enabling stable operation amid voltage variations and simplifying integration with existing control systems.
It complies with IEC/EN 60947-1 and 60947-4-1, UL 60335-2-40, CSA, CE/UKCA declarations, and RoHS/WEEE requirements, providing robust regulatory alignment for global deployments and multi-region procurement.
Common applications include conveyors, pumps, fans, and rolling stock motor control. With a maximum mechanical 3600 cycles/hour and specified electrical switching frequencies, regular inspection of connections and coil integrity is advised to maximize uptime and extend service life.