ABB 1SBL171501R8500 Block Contactor - IEC/UL 60947-4-1
Part Number: 1SBL171501R8500
Quick Summary
ABB 1SBL171501R8500 block contactor is a high-reliability switching device designed to control power circuits in industrial automation. It addresses coil-voltage compatibility and field-assembly challenges by offering a universal control voltage range and modular accessory options. With 4 poles and 2 normally open plus 2 normally closed main contacts, it supports robust AC-1 and AC-3 operation at up to 690 V. The device complies with IEC/EN 60947-1 and 60947-4-1, UL 60947-1/4-1, and other leading standards, ensuring cross-border suitability. This combination delivers improved machine uptime, safer maintenance, and reduced lifecycle costs, while enabling scalable installation with screw terminals and wide mounting options for DIN-rail or panel integration. Consider this model for fleets requiring compliant, compact, and upgrade-ready control power.
Product Information
Extended Description
1SBL171501R8500 ABB: The AFC16-22-00-85 is a 4-pole (2 N.O + 2 N.C) - 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
2
Number of Main Contacts NC
2
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
Control Circuit 1.2 N·m | 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
3471523022379
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 → Business Impact → Application: The AFC-style coil platform supports 380-400 V AC at 50 Hz or 400-415 V AC at 60 Hz, enabling seamless integration with existing power distributions and reducing coil mismatch risk in multi-voltage systems; this translates to reliable coil pull-in and extended device life in conveyor and packaging lines. Feature → Business Impact → Application: 4P configuration with 2 NO and 2 NC main contacts provides versatile load control for motors, heaters, and contactor relays, accelerating startup sequences while maintaining safe, predictable switching in metal fabrication and material handling. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Screw terminals and flexible conductor connections (0.75–6 mm² main, 0.75–2.5 mm² auxiliary) simplify wiring, reduce installation time, and improve field reliability in panel assemblies and machine builds. Feature → Business Impact → Application: DIN-rail mounting options TH35-15 or TH35-7.5 enable rapid, standardized installation in control panels, minimizing panel depth and supporting dense layouts in automation cabinets. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Open-Close performance with defined operate times (9–26 ms coil energization to NO/NC switching) ensures precise sequencing and timing in automated manufacturing lines. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Compliance with IEC/EN 60947-1, IEC/EN 60947-4-1, UL 60947-1/4-1, and related certificates reduces qualification risk for global projects, enabling easier procurement and faster time-to-market for machines and systems in diverse geographies. Feature → Business Impact → Application: IP20 protection and 3000 m altitude rating support safe outdoor-to-indoor transitions in enclosed equipment and light-to-medium outdoor enclosures, ensuring durability in plant environments. Feature → Business Impact → Application: RoHS, REACH, TSCA declarations reassure procurement teams about regulatory compliance and sustainability obligations for OEMs and system integrators across industries like packaging, material handling, and machine tools.
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FAQs
The unit supports TH35 DIN-rail mounting and can be screwed to a panel using 2 x M4 screws. Its screw-terminal main circuit connections accommodate flexible cables 0.75–6 mm² and auxiliary circuit 0.75–2.5 mm², allowing straightforward wiring in typical 4P motor control applications.
For AC-3 duties, it supports up to 18 A at 415–690 V with appropriate deratings, from a 60 °C ambient, with a rated short-time withstand and a maximum breaking capacity suitable for typical motors and power circuits in automation equipment.
Yes. It conforms to IEC/EN 60947-1, 60947-4-1 and UL 60947-1, UL 60947-4-1, providing CE/UL compliance. This cross-certification supports global deployments across European and North American markets.
The AFC platform supports add-on auxiliary contact blocks and a wide range of accessories for extended control, monitoring, and protection functions, enabling quick customization for sequencing, interlocking, or remote signaling without replacing the main device.
Its robust insulation, screw-terminal connections, compact DIN-rail mounting, and standard-compliant design reduce maintenance time, minimize spare parts variety, and improve mean time between failures (MTBF) for automated lines in packaging, material handling, and machine tools.