ABB 1SBL291201R8600 Contactor - AFC38-40-00-86
Part Number: 1SBL291201R8600
Quick Summary
ABB AFC contactor AFC38-40-00-86 is a four-pole solution designed for reliable AC control in industrial power circuits. It addresses space constraints and the need for easy expansion by supporting add-on auxiliary contact blocks and a wide accessories range. This device meets key standards to support global installations, including IEC/EN 60947-1 and UL 60947-4-1, with IP20 protection. Leveraging compact dimensions and low coil consumption, it delivers predictable performance and reduced energy use in motor control panels, pumps, and conveyors. For procurement teams, the combination of robust certification, compatibility, and scalable configuration translates into faster commissioning and lower total cost of ownership.
Product Information
Extended Description
1SBL291201R8600 ABB: The AFC38-40-00-86 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 : 400 ... 415 V AC 50 Hz / 415 ... 440 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
Rated Impulse Withstand Voltage (Uimp)
6 kV | Auxiliary Circuit 6 kV
Maximum Electrical Switching Frequency
(AC-1) 600 cycles per hour | (AC-15) 0 cycles per hour | (AC-2 / AC-4) 0 cycles per hour | (AC-3) 0 cycles per hour | (DC-13) 0 cycles per hour
Maximum Mechanical Switching Frequency
3600 cycles per hour
Rated Control Circuit Voltage (Uc)
50 Hz 400 ... 415 V | 60 Hz 415 ... 440 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 | 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 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 | 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
CQC Certificate
CQC Certificate, Contactor, AF*26, AF*30, AF*38, Made in France
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
0.411 kg
Package Level 1 EAN
3471523016354
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)
4755 >> Contactors
Feature → Business Impact → Application: Four-pole design with 4 N.O. main contacts supports high-load AC-1 and AC-3 switching, enabling consistent motor control while maintaining reliability in demanding environments. This translates to fewer component changes and reduced downtime in machine bays and packaging lines. Feature → Application: Main circuit rated up to 690 V and 55 A (IEC AC-1) with 21.2 A AC-3 at 415 V (60 °C) ensures compatibility with a broad range of motors and power supplies, simplifying panel design and inventory. Feature → Application: Coil voltage options 400–415 V at 50 Hz and 415–440 V at 60 Hz provide flexible control voltage compatibility, reducing wiring errors in multi-region installations. Feature → Application: Screw terminals and diverse conductor options (ferrules and solid wires) streamline field wiring and assembly, cutting installation time and improving reliability. Feature → Application: DIN rail mounting (TH35-15 or TH35-7.5) and screw mounting compatibility simplify retrofit and cabinet integration, delivering faster upgrades with minimal space impact. Feature → Application: Block design with add-on auxiliary contact blocks supports scalable control architectures, enabling future expansion without replacing existing hardware and driving down lifecycle costs. Feature → Application: IP20 protection and temperature range performance ensure reliability in typical factory environments, aligning with safety and compliance goals for industrial automation. Feature → Application: Energy-conscious coil consumption (8 VA hold; 66–70 VA pull-in) reduces standby power in large control architectures, lowering running costs over the life of the installation. Feature → Application: UL/CSA, CE, UKCA, CB, BV, DNV, RINA, CCC, and CQC certifications provide cross-border compliance confidence for global projects, minimizing certification delays and enabling faster procurement. Feature → Application: Lightweight, compact footprint (0.393 kg; 45 x 101 x 86 mm) aids space-constrained panels and reduces shipping and installation effort, improving overall project efficiency.
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FAQs
The AFC38-40-00-86 uses DIN rail mounting with TH35-15 or TH35-7.5 standards, allowing quick installation in control cabinets. It can also be mounted by screws (2 x M4 screws positioned diagonally) for fixed panel installations. This dual approach facilitates retrofits and new builds, reducing panel redesign time and improving serviceability in tight spaces.
Main circuit rated voltage is 690 V with Ie up to 55 A at 40 °C (falling to 45 A at 60 °C and 37 A at 70 °C for IEC AC-1). Insulation voltage Ui is 690 V (IEC) / 600 V (UL), and the coil control voltage Uc is 400–415 V at 50 Hz or 415–440 V at 60 Hz. These specs support reliable motor control in diverse environments.
Yes. The AFC38-40-00-86 supports AC-3 duty with rated operational current up to 21.2 A at 415 V (60 °C), enabling starting and stopping of AC motors under typical load conditions. Rated power for AC-3 is up to 11 kW at several standard voltages, which aligns with common drive and pump applications in manufacturing and process industries.
The device holds CE and UKCA marks for conformity, UL/CSA listings for North American use, and CB, BV, DNV, RINA, CCC, and CQC certificates for global projects. It also features IP20 protection and RoHS/REACH declarations, supporting safe operation and regulatory compliance across international manufacturing sites.
Key ROI drivers include extendability with add-on auxiliary contact blocks, enabling scalable control without replacing the base unit. Its low coil consumption, compact footprint, and screw terminal connections reduce wiring effort and energy use. Certifications and standard-compliant design streamline procurement and commissioning, while DIN-rail mounting simplifies upgrades in existing cabinets and minimizes downtime during maintenance.