ABB AF38B-40-00RT-14 Block Contactor - 690V, IEC 60947-4-1
Part Number: 1SBL297260R1400
Quick Summary
AF38B-40-00RT-14 is a 4-pole block contactor designed for motor control in industrial automation and rolling stock applications. It addresses voltage variation and unstable networks by leveraging AF technology with a wide control-voltage range of 250–500 V (AC) and DC operation, reducing panel energy consumption and ensuring reliable switching. The device complies with IEC/EN 60947-1 and 60947-4-1, UL 60947-4-1, CSA C22.2 No. 60947-4-1, and EN 50155 for applicable parts, with ABB providing part-specific confirmation. Its compact DIN-rail mounting, built-in surge protection, and IP10 coil/terminals simplify installation, while extendable auxiliary contact blocks enable scalable control schemes. For engineers and procurement teams, AF38B-40-00RT-14 offers robust motor control, energy efficiency, and a clear path to compliant automation.
Product Information
Extended Description
1SBL297260R1400 ABB: The AF38B-40-00RT-14 is a 4 pole - 690 V IEC or 600 UL contactor with Ring-Tongue 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 (250-500 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 AF09...38(Z)B-..RT Contactors, NF(Z)B..ERT Contactor relays and CA4..RT, CAL4..RT, CAT4..RT, LDC4RT 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
0.39 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 60947-4-1, 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)
(1000 V) 60 °C 45 A | (690 V) 40 °C 55 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
Rated Control Circuit Voltage (Uc)
50 Hz 250 ... 500 V | 60 Hz 250 ... 500 V | DC Operation 250 ... 500 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
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
Degree of Protection
acc. to IEC 60529, IEC 60947-1, EN 60529 Coil Terminals IP10 | acc. to IEC 60529, IEC 60947-1, EN 60529 Main Terminals IP10
Tightening Torque
Control Circuit 1.2 N·m | Main Circuit 2.5 N·m
Terminal Type
Ring-Tongue 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
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 %
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 to AF38(Z)B..RT 3 and 4-pole contactors
Declaration of Conformity - UKCA
UK Declaration of Conformity AF09 to AF38(Z)B..RT 3 and 4-pole contactors
UL Listing Card
UL_E319322
UR Certificate
UR Certificate of Compliance AF09...AF38(Z)B-..RT 4-pole contactors with ring tongue terminals
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
0.4 kg
Package Level 1 EAN
3471523126947
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
14.4 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
Wide control voltage range and DC operation help stabilize motor control in networks with voltage variability, reducing panel energy waste and nuisance trips by allowing 250–500 V control signals. This translates to increased system reliability and lower energy costs in automated lines and rolling stock. AF technology enables a compact 4-pole block design that fits tight control panels, while maintaining modularity for future expansion with add-on auxiliary contact blocks. Built-in surge protection protects downstream drives and contactors from transients, reducing maintenance and replacement costs in demanding environments. Rated AC-3 power up to 9 kW at 690 V and 11 kW at lower voltages, with main circuit currents up to 55 A (UL/CSA) and 23.2 A at 220–240 V, offering strong performance across common industrial voltages. Mounting options on TH35 DIN rails (TH35-15 or TH35-7.5) or screw mounting (2 x M4) simplify installation while the Ring-Tongue terminals ensure reliable connections. The device meets multiple standards (IEC/EN 60947-1, 60947-4-1, UL/CSA, EN 50155), confirming suitability for diverse industries, including automotive and rolling stock, with easy field compliance checks via ABB resources.
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FAQs
The AF38B-40-00RT-14 supports DIN-rail mounting on TH35-15 or TH35-7.5 rails and can be screwed to panels using 2 x M4 screws. For easiest integration, attach the coil terminals to the control circuit, then secure the main terminals, ensuring the Ring-Tongue terminations are properly crimped. This layout supports quick field replacement and straightforward expansion with auxiliary contact blocks.
For AC-3 operation at 690 V, the contactor provides a rated power of 9 kW and a rated operational current of 10.5 A (60 °C). The device also supports 50/60 Hz control and a control voltage range of 250–500 V (AC/DC), with a main circuit current rating up to 55 A and built-in surge protection for transient events.
Yes. The AF38B-40-00RT-14 is designed for rolling stock applications and aligns with rolling stock motor control needs. It offers a wide control-voltage range, robust surge protection, and certified standards including IEC 60947-4-1 and EN 50155, supporting reliable operation in rail environments and complex control architectures.
The device complies with IEC/EN 60947-1, IEC/EN 60947-4-1, UL 60947-4-1, CSA C22.2 No. 60947-4-1, IEC 60077-1, EN 50155 among others. ABB notes that compliance for applicable parts depends on the specific application, so consult ABB sales for part-specific confirmations and relevant regional certifications such as UKCA and CE.
Expect reduced downtime due to built-in surge protection and wide 250–500 V control-range minimizing nuisance trips. The compact 4P design facilitates easier panel integration and future expansion with auxiliary contacts, reducing spare-part costs. Energy efficiency improvements come from stable switching under voltage variation, delivering lower energy losses and longer drive life in demanding industrial environments.