ABB AFC16-40-00-85 Block Contactor - IEC/EN 60947-4-1
Part Number: 1SBL171201R8500
Quick Summary
ABB AFC16-40-00-85 is a block contactor optimized for reliable AC power switching in industrial equipment. In modern automation panels, mis-sizing or wiring complexity can drive downtime and costly maintenance; this 4-pole unit delivers robust performance with straightforward installation. It carries IEC/EN 60947-1 and 60947-4-1, UL 60947-1/4-1, and CE/UKCA declarations to support global compliance. The compact design fits DIN rail mounting with screw terminals, enabling quick panel integration and secure connections. Using this device helps reduce energy waste, improve uptime, and simplify spare-part inventories for panels and machines. Its standardized dimensions (45 mm width, 77 mm depth, 86 mm height) support predictable installation in cabinets.
Product Information
Extended Description
1SBL171201R8500 ABB: The AFC16-40-00-85 is a 4-pole (4 N.O) - 690 V IEC or 600 V UL contactor withScrew terminals, mainly controlling power circuits up to 30 A (IEC AC-1) or 30 A UL general use. Within the AF platform, AFC contactors offer an optimized operating time for AC controlled applications with electromagnetic coil (control voltage : 380 ... 400 V AC 50 Hz / 400 ... 415 V AC 60 Hz). AFC contactors have a block type design and can be easily extended with add-on auxiliary contact blocks and a wide range of additionnal accessories.
Minimum Order Quantity
1 piece
Customs Tariff Number
85364900
Data Sheet, Technical Information
1SBC100219C0201 AFC contactors for AC control applications_Catalog 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
Product Net Width
45 mm
Product Net Depth / Length
77 mm
Product Net Height
86 mm
Product Net Weight
0.298 kg
Number of Main Contacts NO
4
Number of Main Contacts NC
0
Number of Auxiliary Contacts NO
0
Number of Auxiliary Contacts NC
0
Number of Poles
4P
Standards
IEC/EN 60947-1, IEC/EN 60947-4-1, UL 60947-1, UL 60947-4-1, CAN/CSA C22.2 No.60947-1, CAN/CSA C22.2 No.60947-4-1
Rated Operational Voltage
Main Circuit 690 V
Rated Frequency (f)
Auxiliary 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
Rated Operational Current AC-1 (Ie)
(690 V) 40 °C 30 A | (690 V) 60 °C 30 A | (690 V) 70 °C 26 A
Rated Operational Current AC-3 (Ie)
(415 V) 60 °C 18 A | (440 V) 60 °C 18 A | (500 V) 60 °C 15 A | (690 V) 60 °C 10.5 A | (380 / 400 V) 60 °C 18 A | (220 / 230 / 240 V) 60 °C 18 A
Rated Operational Power AC-3 (Pe)
(415 V) 9 kW | (440 V) 9 kW | (500 V) 9 kW | (690 V) 9 kW | (380 / 400 V) 7.5 kW | (220 / 230 / 240 V) 4 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
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 and VDE 0110 (Gr. C) 690 V | acc. to UL/CSA 600 V
Maximum Electrical Switching Frequency
(AC-1) 600 cycles per hour
Maximum Mechanical Switching Frequency
3600 cycles per hour
Rated Control Circuit Voltage (Uc)
50 Hz 380 ... 400 V | 60 Hz 400 ... 415 V
Coil Consumption
Average Holding Value 50 / 60 Hz 8 V·A | Average Pull-in Value 50 Hz 70 V·A | Average Pull-in Value 60 Hz 66 V·A
Power Loss
at Rated Operating Conditions AC-1 per Pole 1.2 W | at Rated Operating Conditions AC-3 per Pole 0.35 W
Operate Time
Between Coil De-energization and NC Contact Closing 9 ... 20 ms | Between Coil De-energization and NO Contact Opening 4 ... 18 ms | Between Coil Energization and NC Contact Opening 7 ... 21 ms | Between Coil Energization and NO Contact Closing 10 ... 26 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 2x 0.75 ... 2.5 mm² | Rigid 1/2x 1 ... 6 mm²
Connecting Capacity Auxiliary Circuit
Flexible with Ferrule 1/2x 0.75 ... 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 1/2x 1 ... 2.5 mm²
Wire Stripping Length
Control Circuit 10 mm | Main Circuit 10 mm
Degree of Protection
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
Main Circuit 1.5 N·m
Terminal Type
Screw Terminals
Product Name
Block Contactor
Maximum Operating Voltage UL/CSA
Main Circuit 600 V
General Use Rating UL/CSA
(600 V AC) 30 A
Tightening Torque UL/CSA
Control Circuit 11 in·lb | Main Circuit 13 in·lb
Ambient Air Temperature
Close to Contactor for Storage -60 ... +80 °C | Near Contactor for Operation in Free Air -40 ... 70 °C | Near Contactor for Operation in Free Air (0.85 ... 1.1 Uc) -40 ... +60 °C | Near Contactor for Operation in Free Air (Uc) -40 ... 70 °C
Climatic Withstand
Category B according to IEC 60947-1 Annex Q
Maximum Operating Altitude Permissible
Without Derating 3000 m
Resistance to Shock acc. to IEC 60068-2-27
Closed, Shock Direction: B1 25 g | Open, Shock Direction: B1 5 g | Shock Direction: A 30 g | Shock Direction: B2 15 g | Shock Direction: C1 25 g | Shock Direction: C2 25 g
Resistance to Vibrations
4g Closed Position & 2g Open position 5 ... 300 Hz
Pollution Degree
3
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)
BV Certificate
BV Certificate AF(C)09...AF(C)38 3-pole and 4-pole contactors with screw and Push-in Spring terminals
CB Certificate
CB Certificate AFC09, AFC12, AFC16 3 or 4-pole 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 AFC09 ... AFC80 4-pole Contactors
Declaration of Conformity - UKCA
UK Declaration of Conformity AFC09 ... AFC80 4-pole Contactors
DNV Certificate
DNV Certificate AFC09...96 3-pole & AFC09...80 4-pole contactors with screw, push-in terminals
RINA Certificate
Rina Certificate for AFC09...AFC96 3 pole and 4 pole contactors, NFC relays ,screw and spring terminals
UL Certificate
UL-US Certificate of Compliance AFC09 ... AFC38 4-pole contactors | UL-CA Certificate of Compliance AFC09 ... AFC38 4-pole contactors
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
0.318 kg
Package Level 1 EAN
3471523022362
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)
4755 >> Contactors
Feature 1: Four main NO contacts on a 4P block contactor deliver a consolidated power path, reducing wiring complexity. Business impact: streamlined panel layouts and lower installation time, leading to faster commissioning and reduced labor costs. Application: conveyors, pumps, and machine tooling where reliable AC-1 switching at up to 690 V is required. Feature 2: Rated Operational Current AC-1 up to 30 A and AC-3 up to 18 A at multiple voltages, enabling consistent performance across motor and control loads. Business impact: improved uptime and predictable thermal behavior, lowering maintenance and replacement expenses. Application: motor starters and control circuits in process automation.Feature 3: Coil control voltage options cover 50 Hz and 60 Hz supply — 380–400 V and 400–415 V respectively — enabling global deployment without voltage mismatch. Business impact: reduced stocking of regional variants and faster installation. Application: panels in diverse geographic sites.Feature 4: Compact footprint with DIN rail mounting TH35-15 or TH35-7.5 and screw terminals supports fast installation and secure wiring. Business impact: higher cabinet density and easier retrofits. Application: modular automation panels in OEM equipment.Feature 5: Built to industry standards with IP20 terminal protection and wide compliance portfolio (IEC/EN, UL, CE, UKCA). Business impact: regulatory confidence, safer operation, and simplified procurement across global supply chains. Application: aerospace, automotive, and process industries seeking certified control devices.
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FAQs
Yes. The AFC16-40-00-85 is designed for TH35 DIN rails, specifically TH35-15 or TH35-7.5. It also supports screw mounting (2 x M4) if preferred. This flexibility enables quick panel integration and compatible layouts in compact automation cabinets.
At 690 V, the contactor provides AC-1 ratings up to 30 A (main circuit). For AC-3, applicable loads like starting motors show up to 18 A at 415–690 V depending on temperature. These ratings guide motor starter sizing for pumps, conveyors, and other motors in automation systems.
Yes. The AFC family is designed for extension with add-on auxiliary contact blocks. This allows signaling, interlocking, and control logic expansion without replacing the main device, improving control reliability and reducing a separate relay count in the panel.
The device meets IEC/EN 60947-1 and 60947-4-1, UL 60947-1 and 60947-4-1, and is supported by CE and UKCA declarations. Additional certificates include BV, CB, DNV, and RINA across various regions, giving broad regulatory coverage for global deployment.
Product width is 45 mm with a depth of 77 mm and height of 86 mm, weighing 0.298 kg. This compact form factor supports dense panel layouts, reduces enclosure size, and simplifies transport and installation during machine builds or retrofit projects.