ABB 1SBL291201R8500 Block Contactor - IEC/UL 60947-4-1
Part Number: 1SBL291201R8500
Quick Summary
ABB 1SBL291201R8500 Block Contactor is a four-pole control device used to switch industrial power circuits up to 690 V. It helps panel builders solve coil voltage compatibility and space constraints in motor control and automation applications. Built to meet IEC/EN 60947-1 and 60947-4-1 alongside UL/CSA approvals with CE marking, this cont actor delivers reliable performance across global plants. By supporting coil voltages of 380-400 V at 50 Hz or 400-415 V at 60 Hz and offering screw terminals, it reduces wiring complexity and installation time, while enabling scalable control schemes and maintainable maintenance routines.
Product Information
Extended Description
1SBL291201R8500 ABB: The AFC38-40-00-85 is a 4-pole (4 N.O) - 690 V IEC or 600 V UL contactor withScrew terminals, mainly controlling power circuits up to 55 A (IEC AC-1) or 55 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
101 mm
Product Net Height
86 mm
Product Net Weight
0.393 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 55 A
Rated Operational Current AC-1 (Ie)
(690 V) 40 °C 55 A | (690 V) 60 °C 45 A | (690 V) 70 °C 37 A
Rated Operational Current AC-3 (Ie)
(415 V) 60 °C 21.2 A | (440 V) 60 °C 20 A | (500 V) 60 °C 17.6 A | (690 V) 60 °C 10.5 A | (380 / 400 V) 60 °C 22 A | (220 / 230 / 240 V) 60 °C 23.2 A
Rated Operational Power AC-3 (Pe)
(400 V) 11 kW | (415 V) 11 kW | (440 V) 11 kW | (500 V) 11 kW | (690 V) 9 kW | (220 / 230 / 240 V) 5.5 kW
Rated Short-time Withstand Current Low Voltage (Icw)
at 40 °C Ambient Temp, in Free Air, from a Cold State 10 s 300 A | at 40 °C Ambient Temp, in Free Air, from a Cold State 15 min 55 A | at 40 °C Ambient Temp, in Free Air, from a Cold State 1 min 150 A | at 40 °C Ambient Temp, in Free Air, from a Cold State 1 s 450 A | at 40 °C Ambient Temp, in Free Air, from a Cold State 30 s 225 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 2.3 W | at Rated Operating Conditions AC-3 per Pole 0.42 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 1.5 ... 16 mm² | Flexible with Insulated Ferrule 1/2x 1.5 ... 16 mm² | Flexible with Insulated Ferrule 1x 1.5 ... 16 mm² | Flexible with Insulated Ferrule 2x 1.5 ... 16 mm² | Rigid 1/2x 1.5 ... 16 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 12 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 2.5 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) 55 A
Tightening Torque UL/CSA
Control Circuit 11 in·lb | Main Circuit 22 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 AF(C)26, AF(C)38, AF26(Z)B, AF38(Z)B 4-pole contactors
Declaration of Conformity - CCC
CCC Declaration of Conformity, Contactor, AF26, AF30, AF38, AFS26, AFS30, AFS38 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
103 mm
Package Level 1 Height
47 mm
Package Level 1 Gross Weight
0.41 kg
Package Level 1 EAN
3471523022461
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: Four-pole 690 V main circuit with 55 A AC-1 rating. Business Impact: Handles standard motor control loads with stable thermal performance, reducing overheating risk. Application: Suitable for AC-1 motor starters in conveyors and machine tools. Feature: Coil voltage options 380-400 V (50 Hz) and 400-415 V (60 Hz). Business Impact: Enables global operation with a single device across regions, minimizing stock. Application: Ideal for multinational assemblies and mixed-voltage lines. Feature: Screw terminals and versatile connection capacity. Business Impact: Simplifies field wiring and improves reliability with robust connectors. Application: Flexible for flexible ferrule or rigid conductor terminations up to 16 mm². Feature: DIN rail mounting TH35-15 or TH35-7.5. Business Impact: Fast, secure installation in compact control enclosures, saving panel space. Application: Preferred for modern control panels and compact machines. Feature: 4 NO main contacts, no NC, and high switching frequency. Business Impact: Enables crisp on/off control with predictable timing, reducing mechanical wear. Application: Used in PWM drives and line-side switching in automation cells. Feature: Mechanical and electrical life compatibility with high cyclic rates. Business Impact: Improves lifecycle cost and maintenance intervals. Application: Suitable for high-demand production lines and continuous operation environments.
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FAQs
Install the device on a TH35 DIN rail using the dedicated mounting options (TH35-15 or TH35-7.5). Tighten with appropriate torque and align the main and control terminals for secure connections. If screw mounting is required, use 2 x M4 screws placed diagonally as specified. Ensure adequate clearance for heat dissipation and add-on accessory blocks if needed for auxiliary contacts.
For AC-1 operation at 690 V, the contactor handles 55 A at 40 C, 45 A at 60 C, and 37 A at 70 C. The AC-3 ratings depend on voltage: at 380-400 V and 60 C it is 22 A, at 415 V 60 C about 21.2 A, and at higher voltages up to 690 V around 10.5 A. Power and effort figures align with ISO 60947-4-1 performance for motor switching.
Yes. It carries CE and UKCA declarations, UL and CSA certifications, and BV/CB declarations as part of its compliance package. The device meets IEC/EN 60947-1 and 60947-4-1 requirements, ensuring it is suitable for global deployment in control panels, with documented conformity for electrical safety and performance.
The coil energizes at 380-400 V AC for 50 Hz or 400-415 V AC for 60 Hz. Coil consumption includes 70 V·A pull-in and 66 V·A holding values, with a typical operating time from energization to contact closure of 10-26 ms. Wire sizes use ferrules or rigid conductors per the listed compatible ranges for reliable control circuit connections.
This block contactor is part of the AF platform and supports add-on auxiliary contact blocks and a wide range of accessories for extended functionality. You can tailor the device with auxiliary contacts, shielding, or mounting adapters to fit specific control schemes, space constraints, and automation requirements in industrial panels.