ABB AF16Z-30-01-20 Contactor - surge protection
Part Number: 1SBL176001R2001
Quick Summary
ABB AF16Z-30-01-20 Contactor is a 3-pole AC-3 motor-contactor with a 12–20 V DC coil, designed to control motors up to 9 kW at 690 V and switch power circuits up to 30 A. In modern automation environments, voltage fluctuations can cause nuisance trips and instability; this device mitigates that with a wide control voltage range and built-in surge protection for dependable operation. The AF technology enables a compact block design and straightforward expansion with add-on auxiliary contact blocks, reducing panel space and wiring complexity. Certifications including IEC/EN 60947-1, IEC/EN 60947-4-1, UL 60335-2-40 and CSA variants ensure safe, compliant installations across global sites, delivering energy-efficient, scalable motor control for future-proof factories.
Product Information
Extended Description
1SBL176001R2001 ABB: The AF16Z-30-01-20 is a 3 pole - 690 V IEC or 600 UL contactor with 1 built-in auxiliary contact and screw terminals, controlling motors up to 7.5 kW / 400 V AC (AC-3) or 10 hp / 480 V UL and switching power circuits up to 30 A (AC-1) or 30 A UL general use. Thanks to the AF technology, the contactor has a wide control voltage range (12-20 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
Data Sheet, Technical Information
1SBC100214C0202 - Main catalog Motor protection and control Manual motor starters, contactors and overload relays (PDF) - Edition 2024
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
Rated Operational Voltage
Auxiliary Circuit 690 V | 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 | acc. to IEC 60947-5-1, Θ = 40 °C 16 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 Current AC-3e (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 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 20 A | (110 V) 1-Pole, 60 °C 20 A | (110 V) 1-Pole, 70 °C 20 A | (110 V) 2 Poles in Series, 40 °C 30 A | (110 V) 2 Poles in Series, 60 °C 30 A | (110 V) 2 Poles in Series, 70 °C 26 A | (110 V) 3 Poles in Series, 40 °C 30 A | (110 V) 3 Poles in Series, 60 °C 30 A | (110 V) 3 Poles in Series, 70 °C 26 A | (220 V) 2 Poles in Series, 40 °C 20 A | (220 V) 2 Poles in Series, 60 °C 20 A | (220 V) 2 Poles in Series, 70 °C 20 A | (220 V) 3 Poles in Series, 40 °C 30 A | (220 V) 3 Poles in Series, 60 °C 30 A | (220 V) 3 Poles in Series, 70 °C 26 A | (72 V) 1-Pole, 40 °C 30 A | (72 V) 1-Pole, 60 °C 30 A | (72 V) 1-Pole, 70 °C 26 A | (72 V) 2 Poles in Series, 40 °C 30 A | (72 V) 2 Poles in Series, 60 °C 30 A | (72 V) 2 Poles in Series, 70 °C 26 A | (72 V) 3 Poles in Series, 40 °C 30 A | (72 V) 3 Poles in Series, 60 °C 30 A | (72 V) 3 Poles in Series, 70 °C 26 A
Rated Operational Current DC-3 (Ie)
(110 V) 1-Pole, 40 °C 8 A | (110 V) 1-Pole, 60 °C 8 A | (110 V) 1-Pole, 70 °C 8 A | (110 V) 2 Poles in Series, 40 °C 30 A | (110 V) 2 Poles in Series, 60 °C 30 A | (110 V) 2 Poles in Series, 70 °C 26 A | (110 V) 3 Poles in Series, 40 °C 30 A | (110 V) 3 Poles in Series, 60 °C 30 A | (110 V) 3 Poles in Series, 70 °C 26 A | (220 V) 2 Poles in Series, 40 °C 8 A | (220 V) 2 Poles in Series, 60 °C 8 A | (220 V) 2 Poles in Series, 70 °C 8 A | (220 V) 3 Poles in Series, 40 °C 30 A | (220 V) 3 Poles in Series, 60 °C 30 A | (220 V) 3 Poles in Series, 70 °C 26 A | (72 V) 1-Pole, 40 °C 30 A | (72 V) 1-Pole, 60 °C 30 A | (72 V) 1-Pole, 70 °C 26 A | (72 V) 2 Poles in Series, 40 °C 30 A | (72 V) 2 Poles in Series, 60 °C 30 A | (72 V) 2 Poles in Series, 70 °C 26 A | (72 V) 3 Poles in Series, 40 °C 30 A | (72 V) 3 Poles in Series, 60 °C 30 A | (72 V) 3 Poles in Series, 70 °C 26 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 20 A | (110 V) 2 Poles in Series, 60 °C 20 A | (110 V) 2 Poles in Series, 70 °C 20 A | (110 V) 3 Poles in Series, 40 °C 30 A | (110 V) 3 Poles in Series, 60 °C 30 A | (110 V) 3 Poles in Series, 70 °C 26 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 16 A | (220 V) 3 Poles in Series, 60 °C 16 A | (220 V) 3 Poles in Series, 70 °C 16 A | (72 V) 1-Pole, 40 °C 16 A | (72 V) 1-Pole, 60 °C 16 A | (72 V) 1-Pole, 70 °C 16 A | (72 V) 2 Poles in Series, 40 °C 30 A | (72 V) 2 Poles in Series, 60 °C 30 A | (72 V) 2 Poles in Series, 70 °C 26 A | (72 V) 3 Poles in Series, 40 °C 30 A | (72 V) 3 Poles in Series, 60 °C 30 A | (72 V) 3 Poles in Series, 70 °C 26 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)
(400 V) 7.5 kW | (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 Operational Power AC-3e (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 | 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)
DC Operation 12 ... 20 V
Power Loss
at 6 A per Pole 0.1 W | 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 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
Flexible with Ferrule 1/2x 0.75 ... 2.5 mm² | Flexible with Insulated Ferrule 2x 0.75 ... 1.5 mm² | Flexible with Insulated Ferrule 1x 0.75 ... 2.5 mm² | 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
Maximum Operating Voltage UL/CSA
Main Circuit 600 V
General Use Rating UL/CSA
(600 V AC) 30 A
Horsepower Rating UL/CSA
(120 V AC) Single Phase 1-1/2 hp | (200 ... 208 V AC) Three Phase 5 hp | (220 ... 240 V AC) Three Phase 5 hp | (240 V AC) Single Phase 3 hp | (440 ... 480 V AC) Three Phase 10 hp | (550 ... 600 V AC) Three Phase 15 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 20 A | (200 ... 208 V AC) Three Phase 17.5 A | (220 ... 240 V AC) Three Phase 15.2 A | (240 V AC) Single Phase 17 A | (440 ... 480 V AC) Three Phase 14 A | (550 ... 600 V AC) Three Phase 17 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
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
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
ABS Certificate
ABS Certificate, AF(S)09 to AF(S)96 contactors, NF contactor relays and CA4, CC4, CAL4, CAT4 auxiliary contact blocks, TEF4 electronic timers
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 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 | CQC Certificate, Contactor, AF09,AF12,AF16, Made in China
Declaration of Conformity - CCC
CCC Declaration of Conformity, Contactor, AF*09, AF*12, AF*16, Made in France | CCC Declaration of Conformity, Contactor, AF09,AF12,AF16, Made in China
Declaration of Conformity - CE
EU Declaration of Conformity AF09... AF96-30-.., AF09...38(Z)-30..K 3-pole Contactors
Declaration of Conformity - UKCA
UK Declaration of Conformity AF09... AF96-30-.., AF09...38(Z)-30..K 3-pole Contactors
DNV Certificate
DNV Certificate AF(S)09...96 3-pole & AF09...80 4-pole contactors with screw, spring, push-in terminals
GOST Certificate
GOST_POCCFR.ME77.B07175.pdf
KC Certificate
KC Certificate AF12, AF16 3-pole contactors
LR Certificate
LRS Certificate AF(S)09..(K) ... AF96 3 and 4-pole contactors and CA(L)4..(K), CAT4, CC4 auxiliary contact blocks
RINA Certificate
Rina Certificate for AF(S)09...AF(S)96 contactors, NF contactor relays and accessories with screw,spring and push-in terminals
RMRS Certificate
RMRS Certificate AF(S)09(S)...AF(S)38 3-pole and 4-pole, AF(S)40..96 3-pole contactors with screw, push-in and spring terminals
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
3471523113909
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
8.37 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
E-Number (Finland)
3706255
Feature → Business Impact → Application: Wide control voltage range of 12–20 V DC with AF technology reduces control circuit energy use and tolerates supply variations, delivering stable operation in panels with fluctuating voltages. This enables reliable motor start/stop in processing lines and packaging equipment where supply quality varies. Application: conveyors, mixers, and machine tools where coil voltage can drift. Feature → Built-in surge protection protects the coil and control circuitry from voltage spikes, reducing coil burnout and maintenance costs. Business impact: lower downtime and longer mean time between failures (MTBF). Application: heavy start-load drives in push-button stations and remote panels. Feature → 3-pole, main circuit rated up to 690 V and 30 A AC-1 (30 A at 690 V 60 °C) with configurable auxiliary contact; Impact: supports robust motor loads and signaling within a compact footprint. Application: CNC machines, fans, and lifting gear where reliable switching is critical. Feature → Compact block design with 45 mm width and 77 mm depth; Impact: saves cabinet space and simplifies wiring. Application: control panels with limited space and high component density. Feature → DIN rail mounting options TH35-15 or TH35-7.5 and screw-terminal connections; Impact: quick, secure installation with flexible wiring. Application: schematic-limited or retrofits in legacy panels. Feature → Expandable with add-on auxiliary contact blocks; Impact: scalable I/O for interlocks, status feedback, and PLC signaling. Application: machine safety circuits and automated line control.
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FAQs
The AF16Z-30-01-20 is designed for DIN-rail mounting on TH35-15 or TH35-7.5 rails, simplifying enclosure organization. Main and auxiliary circuits use screw terminals, with 2 x M4 screws for mounting (not supplied) and standard screw-terminal connections for flexible or rigid conductors. Ensure proper torque and close any protective covers after wiring to maintain IP20 protection on terminals.
For AC-1 at 690 V, operating currents are 30 A (60 °C) and 26 A (70 °C). For AC-3 at 690 V, the rated operational current is 10.5 A (60 °C). The device is capable of switching up to 30 A (AC-1) and provides a 10.5 A rating under standard AC-3 duty, making it suitable for motor starting and short-time loads in typical industrial drives.
Yes. The contactor uses a 12–20 V DC coil, enabling operation with varying control voltages and improving reliability in networks with voltage fluctuations. This wide range minimizes misoperation due to supply variation and reduces the need for separate power supplies in many panel configurations.
The AF16Z-30-01-20 includes built-in surge protection to shield the coil from voltage spikes, extending coil life and reducing maintenance. It also supports expansion with add-on auxiliary contact blocks, allowing additional NO/NC signaling without replacing the base unit, which is valuable for interlocks, feedback to PLCs, and safety circuits.
This contactor complies with IEC/EN 60947-1 and 60947-4-1, UL 60335-2-40, and CSA variants, among other recognized standards. These certifications support global deployments, regulatory compliance in European and North American markets, and safer equipment integration in electrical installations for industrial automation projects.