ABB AF38ZB-22-00-23 Block Contactor - 690V UL/CSA
Part Number: 1SBL296561R2300
Quick Summary
Block Contactor ABB AF38ZB-22-00-23 delivers reliable motor control for industrial automation applications. In many panels, voltage variation and transient surges can cause nuisance trips, unnecessary wear, and higher energy costs. This device carries CE, UL/CSA approvals and UKCA marking to support global installations, with additional CB and CCC attestations for broader market compliance. Built on ABB AF technology, it features a wide control voltage range of 100–250 V (AC or DC) and integrated surge protection, delivering stable operation even in unstable networks. The Block Contactor also supports easy expansion with add-on auxiliary contact blocks and a modular design for convenient DIN rail mounting, delivering lower installation time and total cost of ownership.
Product Information
Extended Description
1SBL296561R2300 ABB: The AF38ZB-22-00-23 is a 4 pole - 690 V IEC or 600 UL contactor with screw terminals, controlling motors up to 11 kW / 400 V AC (AC-3) and switching power circuits up to 55 A (AC-1) or 55 A UL general use. Thanks to the AF technology, the contactor has a wide control voltage range (100-250 V 50/60 Hz and 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
Customs Tariff Number
85364900
Data Sheet, Technical Information
Motor control and protection for Rolling stock application_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
CAD Dimensional Drawing
Information - 2D and 3D files for CAD systems
Product Net Width
45 mm
Product Net Depth / Length
101 mm
Product Net Height
86 mm
Product Net Weight
0.41 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 60335-2-40 LZGH2 A2L, UL 60947-1, UL 60947-4-1, CSA C22.2 No. 60335-2-40 LZGH2 A2L, CSA C22.2 No. 60947-1, CSA C22.2 No. 60947-4-1, IEC 60077-1 (applicable parts), IEC 60077-2 (applicable parts), EN 50155 (applicable parts), TR CU 001/2011, IEC 61373, For compliance confirmation on applicable parts based on your application and combination, please consult your ABB sales representatives.
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 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
Maximum Mechanical Switching Frequency
3600 cycles per hour
Rated Control Circuit Voltage (Uc)
50 Hz 100 ... 250 V | 60 Hz 100 ... 250 V | DC Operation 100 ... 250 V
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 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 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 for Storage -60 ... +80 °C | Near Contactor for Operation in Free Air -40 ... 70 °C
Climatic Withstand
Category B according to IEC 60947-1 Annex Q
Maximum Operating Altitude Permissible
Without Derating 3000 m
Shock and Vibration Withstand acc. to IEC 61373
Category 1, Class B
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 AF(S)26/30/38(Z)(B) Contactors (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
CB Certificate
CB Certificate AF26, AF38, AF26(Z)B, AF38(Z)B 4-pole contactors
CCC Certificate
CCC Certificate AF26, AF30, AF38, AF26(Z)B, AF30(Z)B, AF38(Z)B 3 and 4-pole contactors, AFS26, AFS30, AFS38 safety 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 AF09 ... AF38(Z)B..(K), AF40B ... AF96B 3 and 4-pole contactors
Declaration of Conformity - UKCA
UK Declaration of Conformity AF09 ... AF38(Z)B..(K), AF40B ... AF96B 3 and 4-pole contactors
GOST Certificate
GOST_POCCFR.ME77.B07175.pdf
KC Certificate
KC Certificate AF26...AF38 4-pole contactors
UL Certificate
UL-US Certificate of Compliance AF(C)09..(K) ... AF(C)38 4-pole contactors with screw and push-in spring terminals | UL-CA Certificate of Compliance AF(C)09..(K) ... AF(C)38 4-pole contactors with screw and push-in spring terminals
UL Listing Card
UL_E319322
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
3471523125131
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
14.76 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: 4P, 690 V main circuit with 55 A AC-1 and 10.5 A AC-3 rated operation. Business Impact: Enables switching of 11 kW loads at 400 V AC with robust endurance while keeping wiring compact. Application: conveyors, pumps, or machine tools requiring reliable on/off control in demanding environments. The AF38 technology reduces panel space and simplifies wiring. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Wide control voltage range 100–250 V AC/60 Hz or DC allows customers to use a single coil across multiple networks, lowering inventory and avoiding mis-wiring in installations. Application: installations with fluctuating mains or mixed voltage supplies. Feature: Built-in surge protection and compact block design. Business Impact: minimizes coil damage and EMI, extends component life, reduces maintenance windows. Application: OEM equipment in automotive, packaging, and processing lines. Feature: DIN rail mounting compatibility TH35-15 or TH35-7.5 and option for auxiliary contact blocks. Business Impact: fast, tool-free mounting and scalable control logic; easier diagnostics and future expansion. Application: panel builders seeking modularity and scalable control solutions. Feature: Comprehensive electrical and safety ratings including IP20 protection, 6 kV impulse withstand, and UL/CSA/CE/UKCA certifications. Business Impact: ensures compliance, safety, and reliability across regional markets; reduces risk during audits. Application: global rollouts with strict regulatory requirements and warranty considerations.
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FAQs
The AF38ZB-22-00-23 supports a control circuit voltage of 100–250 V across AC, 50/60 Hz, or DC, and a main circuit rated up to 690 V. This makes it suitable for mixed-network environments and simplifies sourcing by allowing a common coil across multiple installations.
The device is designed for DIN rail mounting on TH35-15 or TH35-7.5 rails and can be fastened with 2 M4 screws if required. It also supports easy expansion with add-on auxiliary contact blocks for expanded control logic.
The AF38ZB-22-00-23 carries CE, UL/CSA, and UKCA certifications, with CB and CCC compliance available for global deployments. It also meets IEC/EN and UL standards for motor control and protection equipment.
Ideal for motor control and protection in rolling stock, conveyors, pumps, and machine tools. Its AF technology and surge protection support reliable starts and reduced energy waste in networks with voltage fluctuations.
Main circuit uses screw terminals with torque 2.5 N·m; control circuit torque is 1.2 N·m. Main circuit connections accommodate rigid, flexible with ferrule or insulated ferrule 1/2x 16 mm², while control circuit connections support 0.75–2.5 mm² flexible/ferrule ranges.