ABB 1SBL291501R8500 Block Contactor - IEC/UL 60947-4-1
Part Number: 1SBL291501R8500
Quick Summary
The ABB 1SBL291501R8500 is a block contactor designed to control AC power circuits up to 55 A with dependable 4-pole operation for 3-phase motors and equipment. This solution addresses panel space constraints and wiring complexity by delivering a compact, robust device with screw terminals for fast, secure connections. It supports coil voltages of 380–400 V AC at 50 Hz and 400–415 V AC at 60 Hz, enabling global deployment. Compliant with IEC/EN 60947-1 and 60947-4-1, UL 60947-1 and 60947-4-1, CAN/CSA, and with CE/UKCA declarations, it provides cross-border confidence for international projects. With modular accessory blocks and a broad ABB AF platform ecosystem, you gain easier installation, reduced spare parts, and scalable control solutions for evolving automation needs.
Product Information
Extended Description
1SBL291501R8500 ABB: The AFC38-22-00-85 is a 4-pole (2 N.O + 2 N.C) - 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
2
Number of Main Contacts NC
2
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)
(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
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
3471523022478
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 4-pole main circuit rated to 690 V enables robust, reliable switching for three-phase motors up to 55 A (IEC AC-1). Business impact fewer outages and longer motor life due to controlled switching, improving conveyor and pump reliability. Application Ideal for industrial drives in packaging lines and processing equipment where space and performance matter. Feature Coil voltage compatibility 380–400 V at 50 Hz and 400–415 V at 60 Hz. Business impact supports global deployment with a single part, reducing stocking complexity and enabling faster project start-up. Application Suitable for multinational installations where regional mains standards vary. Feature Screw terminals with flexible conductor ranges for Main and Control circuits. Business impact secures durable, vibration-resistant wiring, lowering maintenance frequency. Application Suitable for panel builders and field installations requiring dependable termination methods. Feature DIN rail mounting options TH35-15 or TH35-7.5. Business impact accelerates assembly in standard cabinets and promotes modularity. Application Quick integration into existing control panels with minimal adapter hardware. Feature Modularity with add-on auxiliary contact blocks and Accessories. Business impact enables scalable control logic without replacing the base unit, reducing lifecycle costs. Application Future-proofing automation lines that evolve with new control schemes. Feature IP20 protection on coil and main terminals. Business impact enhances reliability in typical factory environments, reducing ingress-related faults. Application Suitable for indoor electrical panels and switchgear assemblies. Feature Low coil power consumption (2.3 W per pole AC-1; 0.42 W per pole AC-3). Business impact translates to lower running costs and cooler operation in continuous duty. Application Ideal for energy-conscious plant designs and reduced heat load in crowded cabinets.
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FAQs
This 4-pole block contactor is designed for AC power control of three-phase motors and loads up to 55 A (IEC AC-1). It supports AC-1 and AC-3 duty at voltages up to 690 V, making it ideal for conveyors, pumps, and processing lines in general industrial automation.
Yes. The device is designed for mounting on TH35 DIN rails (TH35-15 or TH35-7.5), with an additional option for screw mounting using two diagonally placed M4 screws, offering installation flexibility in various control panels.
The coil supports 50 Hz 380–400 V and 60 Hz 400–415 V, enabling global operation. Coil power is 8 V·A holding per pole at 50/60 Hz, with pull-in values around 70 V·A (50 Hz) and 66 V·A (60 Hz), providing reliable energization with modest energy draw.
It complies with IEC/EN 60947-1 and 60947-4-1, UL 60947-1 and 60947-4-1, CAN/CSA 60947-1/4-1, and carries CE and UKCA declarations, supporting global regulatory and safety requirements for industrial control gear.
With a 4P design and modular accessories, maintenance intervals are longer due to robust contacts, and spare parts are consolidated. The unit’s low power loss (2.3 W/pole AC-1; 0.42 W/pole AC-3) contributes to energy savings, while modular add-ons reduce total cost of ownership over the equipment’s lifecycle.