ABB Block Contactor 1SBL291234R8000 - IEC 60947-4-1
Part Number: 1SBL291234R8000
Quick Summary
Block Contactor ABB 1SBL291234R8000 is a high-current switch for motor control in industrial automation. Engineers often face crowded control panels and the need to maintain compliance across multiple standards, which can increase design time and risk. This model complies with IEC/EN 60947-1 and 60947-4-1, UL 508, and CSA 22.2 No. 14, providing broad regulatory acceptance and peace of mind. Its compact 45 mm width, 4P main contacts, and modular AF platform design help installers achieve tight packing without compromising performance. With DIN-rail mounting and screw terminals, it offers flexible integration into new builds or retrofit projects while delivering reliable, energy-efficient control for high-demand applications.
Product Information
Extended Description
1SBL291234R8000 ABB: The AFC38-40-00-80H 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 : 220 ... 230 V AC 50 Hz / 230 ... 240 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. H versions are specific for "Household appliances" application according to IEC 60335-1 section 30 regarding heat and fire withstand.
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 508, CSA 22.2 No. 14
Rated Operational Voltage
Main Circuit 690 V
Rated Frequency (f)
Control 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 Current DC-1 (Ie)
(110 V) 2 Poles in Series, 40 °C 55 A | (110 V) 2 Poles in Series, 60 °C 45 A | (110 V) 2 Poles in Series, 70 °C 37 A | (110 V) 3 Poles in Series, 40 °C 55 A | (110 V) 3 Poles in Series, 60 °C 45 A | (110 V) 3 Poles in Series, 70 °C 37 A | (110 V) 4 Poles in Series, 40 °C 55 A | (110 V) 4 Poles in Series, 60 °C 45 A | (110 V) 4 Poles in Series, 70 °C 37 A | (220 V) 3 Poles in Series, 40 °C 55 A | (220 V) 3 Poles in Series, 60 °C 45 A | (220 V) 3 Poles in Series, 70 °C 37 A | (220 V) 4 Poles in Series, 40 °C 55 A | (220 V) 4 Poles in Series, 60 °C 45 A | (220 V) 4 Poles in Series, 70 °C 37 A | (72 V) 1-Pole, 40 °C 55 A | (72 V) 1-Pole, 60 °C 45 A | (72 V) 1-Pole, 70 °C 37 A | (72 V) 2 Poles in Series, 40 °C 55 A | (72 V) 2 Poles in Series, 60 °C 45 A | (72 V) 2 Poles in Series, 70 °C 37 A | (72 V) 3 Poles in Series, 40 °C 55 A | (72 V) 3 Poles in Series, 60 °C 45 A | (72 V) 3 Poles in Series, 70 °C 37 A | (72 V) 4 Poles in Series, 40 °C 55 A | (72 V) 4 Poles in Series, 60 °C 45 A | (72 V) 4 Poles in Series, 70 °C 37 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 60947-4-1 690 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) 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 220 ... 230 V | 60 Hz 230 ... 240 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 | Rigid Solid 1/2x 1.5 ... 4 mm² | Rigid Stranded 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 Solid 1/2x 1 ... 2.5 mm² | Rigid Stranded 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
Connecting Capacity Main Circuit UL/CSA
Rigid Solid 1/2x 16-10 AWG | Rigid Stranded 1/2x 16-6 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
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 without Thermal O/L Relay (0.85 ... 1.1 Uc) -40 ... 60 °C | Close to Contactor without Thermal O/L Relay (Uc) -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
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 - CE
EU 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
0.414 kg
Package Level 1 EAN
3471525000368
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 4-pole NO configuration delivers robust power switching for multi-phase loads, enabling simplified wiring and reduced panel space while maintaining reliable shutdown behavior in motor circuits. This translates to lower total cost of ownership and easier maintenance in manufacturing lines and packaging equipment. Application: conveyor systems, pumps, and general purpose motor control where AC-1 duty is common. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Rated Operational Current AC-1 up to 55 A at 690 V and AC-3 up to 23.2 A at 230 V provide an exact match for medium-power applications, reducing over-sizing while preserving headroom for startup surges in machine tools and fans. Application: control cabinets in process industries. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Coil voltage options 220–230 V at 50 Hz and 230–240 V at 60 Hz ensure compatibility with local utility supplies, lowering engineering change orders. Application: European and North American installations with mixed voltage requirements. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Power loss of 2.3 W per pole (AC-1) and 0.42 W per pole (AC-3) improves energy efficiency, lowers running costs, and reduces thermal load in densely packed panels. Application: continuous motor control and feeder circuits. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Compact dimensions (45 mm width, 101 mm depth, 86 mm height) and DIN-rail mounting TH35-15 simplify enclosure design, enabling faster commissioning and easier retrofit in legacy systems. Application: retrofits and new builds in packaging, material handling, and water treatment. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Screw terminals and wide conductor ranges (1/2 x 1.5 … 16 mm² main circuit) support flexible field wiring and rapid technician maintenance. Application: serviceability in remote or multi-site facilities. Feature → Business Impact → Application: IP20 protection and robust vibration/shock resilience meet industrial environment demands, extending service intervals and reducing unscheduled downtime. Application: dusty or vibration-prone settings like mills, foundries, and print shops.
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FAQs
The 1SBL291234R8000 supports mounting on TH35-15 DIN rails and also provides mounting by screws (not supplied) with two M4 screws placed diagonally. It uses screw terminals with IP20 protection, allowing flexible integration into control panels and equipment racks while preserving safe and code-compliant wiring practices.
This four-pole block contactor operates on a coil voltage of 220–230 V AC at 50 Hz or 230–240 V AC at 60 Hz. Main circuit ratings include 690 V insulation with AC-1 current up to 55 A and AC-3 up to 23.2 A at 230/240 V. It also withstands high surge currents and provides reliable switching for motor loads.
Yes. It is designed for AC-1 and AC-3 duty, with 4 main NO contacts and 4 poles, making it suitable for three-phase motor control and power distribution tasks. Its compact form factor and robust short-time withstand ratings support reliable operation in conveyors, pumps, and line start tasks.
The device complies with IEC/EN 60947-1 and 60947-4-1, UL 508, and CSA 22.2 No. 14, with CE declarations and BV/DNV/RINA/UL certifications as applicable. These certifications support global procurement and design approval for industrial automation projects in regulated environments.
Expect low energy waste due to coil power losses (2.3 W per pole for AC-1, 0.42 W for AC-3), aiding energy efficiency. Its modular AF platform, screw terminals, and DIN-rail compatibility reduce commissioning time and spare part inventory. The result is lower lifecycle costs, improved uptime, and easier retrofits in existing panels.