ABB AF16Z-30-22-20 Block Contactor - AF Technology
Part Number: 1SBL176001R2022
Quick Summary
The ABB AF16Z-30-22-20 Block Contactor is a three-pole motor starter crafted for reliable motor control in industrial environments. It addresses common panel reliability challenges by tolerating wide control voltage variations and delivering consistent switching even in unstable networks. The device meets IEC/EN 60947-1, IEC/EN 60947-4-1, and UL 60335-2-40 in addition to CSA equivalents, underscoring safety and performance across global operations. Its built-in surge protection, compact DIN-rail mounting, and scalable accessory ecosystem reduce wiring complexity and panel energy consumption, while enabling easy field extension with add-on auxiliary blocks. For engineers evaluating robust motor protection and control, AF technology delivers durable operation with measurable long-term cost savings and operational resilience.
Product Information
Extended Description
1SBL176001R2022 ABB: The AF16Z-30-22-20 is a 3 pole - 690 V IEC or 600 UL contactor with pre-mounted auxiliary contacts 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
110.5 mm
Product Net Height
86 mm
Product Net Weight
0.36 kg
Number of Main Contacts NO
3
Number of Main Contacts NC
0
Number of Auxiliary Contacts NO
2
Number of Auxiliary Contacts NC
2
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)
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
113 mm
Package Level 1 Height
47 mm
Package Level 1 Gross Weight
0.36 kg
Package Level 1 EAN
3471523114005
Package Level 2 Units
box 18 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
6.48 kg
Package Level 3 Units
864 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 with a wide control voltage range and built-in surge protection → Business Impact Reduces energy waste and improves reliability in networks with voltage fluctuations → Application Motor control in automated lines and conveyors. Feature Three-pole design with two normally open auxiliary contacts and two normally closed auxiliary contacts → Business Impact Simplifies control logic and expands monitoring options without additional devices → Application Integrated start/stop control and signaling in compact panels. Feature Coil voltage of 12–20 V DC → Business Impact Enables flexible control from low-voltage sources and minimizes panel wiring deviations → Application Suitable for systems with variable DC control supplies. Feature Rated Operational Power AC-3 up to 9 kW at 690 V and AC-1 up to 30 A → Business Impact Supports diverse load profiles while maintaining safety margins and thermal performance → Application Heavy-duty motor starters in packaging that reduces space. Feature DIN rail mounting TH35-15 or TH35-7.5 and screw-terminal connections → Business Impact Quick installation and robust mechanical stability in panel layouts → Application Ideal for retrofit projects and new builds with limited space. Feature Extendable with add-on auxiliary contact blocks and a broad accessories range → Business Impact Scales functionality as needs grow without replacing the base unit → Application Modular automation architecture and future-proofing. The combination of RoHS/REACH compliance and UL/CSA approvals ensures regulatory alignment across global sites, reinforcing procurement confidence and long-term maintenance planning.
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FAQs
This 3P block contactor is designed for DIN rail mounting on TH35-15 or TH35-7.5 rails. Use the screw terminals for main and auxiliary circuits, observe 1/2x or 2x 0.75-6 mm² flexible/ferrule terminations, and tighten to the specified torque to ensure reliable electrical contact and vibration resistance in industrial panels.
Rated Operational Current AC-1 at 690 V is 30 A (at 40–70 °C). For AC-3 and AC-3e at 690 V, Ie ranges from 10.5 A to 18 A depending on temperature and configuration. These values support starting and running of motors with appropriate overload protection while maintaining thermal safety.
Yes. The AF16Z-30-22-20 is built for AC-1/AC-3 duty with surge-protected coil and a wide control voltage range. Its 3-pole design, built-in surge protection, and auxiliary contact blocks support reliable control in packaging and process lines with fluctuating loads and frequent switching.
The device complies with IEC/EN 60947-1 and 60947-4-1, UL 60335-2-40, CSA equivalents, and CE/UKCA markings. This provides safety, interoperability, and regulatory alignment across global installations and product documentation.
The contactor supports add-on auxiliary contact blocks and a wide range of accessories for extended functionality. Compact design, modular expansion, and robust lifecycle ratings reduce downtime, simplify spare parts planning, and deliver long-term return on investment for automated lines.