ABB AF38-120-00-14LU Block Contactor - UL/CSA A2L Certified
Part Number: 1SBX407651R1400
Quick Summary
AF38-120-00-14LU Block Contactor is a 12-pole control device designed for UL lighting and general machinery control systems. It mitigates voltage variation by using a wide control voltage range (250–500 V AC/DC), reducing nuisance trips and panel energy waste. The unit meets IEC/EN 60947-1 and 60947-4-1, UL 60335-2-40 LZGH2 A2L, and CSA recognitions, ensuring robust electrical safety and compatibility in global installations. This combination supports modular expansion, with add-on auxiliary contact blocks, and a compact block design that saves panel space. For ease of installation, it offers DIN-rail or screw mounting and is compatible with standard screw-terminal wiring, delivering reliable performance in demanding industrial environments.
Product Information
Extended Description
1SBX407651R1400 ABB: The AF38-120-00-14LU is a 12-pole - 600 UL contactor set with screw terminals, dedicated for UL lighting applications. 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
Data Sheet, Technical Information
1SBC100214C0202 - Main catalog Motor protection and control Manual motor starters, contactors and overload relays (PDF) - Edition 2024
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
135 mm
Product Net Depth / Length
101 mm
Product Net Height
86 mm
Product Net Weight
1.2 kg
Number of Main Contacts NO
12
Number of Main Contacts NC
0
Number of Auxiliary Contacts NO
0
Number of Auxiliary Contacts NC
0
Number of Poles
12P
Standards
IEC/EN 60947-1, IEC/EN 60947-4-1, UL 60335-2-40 LZGH2 A2L, UL 508, CSA C22.2 No. 60335-2-40 LZGH2 A2L, CSA C22.2 No. 60947-4-1
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 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
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
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
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)
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 AF(C)26, AF(C)38, AF26(Z)B, AF38(Z)B 4-pole contactors
Declaration of Conformity - CE
EU Declaration of Conformity AF09..LU ... AF80..LU 3 and 4-pole contactors
Declaration of Conformity - UKCA
UK Declaration of Conformity AF09..LU ... AF80..LU 3 and 4-pole contactors
UL Certificate
UL_20180227_E312527_7_1
Package Level 1 Units
box 1 piece
Package Level 1 Width
87 mm
Package Level 1 Depth / Length
103 mm
Package Level 1 Height
137 mm
Package Level 1 Gross Weight
1.2 kg
Package Level 1 EAN
3471523020962
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
Feature wide control voltage range from 250 to 500 V AC, plus DC operation. Business Impact reduces panel energy waste and protects control circuits from voltage fluctuations, enabling stable operation in variable networks. Application ideal for UL lighting systems and general machinery control where voltage stability matters. Feature 12 NO main contacts across 12 poles. Business Impact supports high-current switching with reliable opening and closing sequences, enabling safe motor control and interlocking in complex automation panels. Application suitable for heavy-duty control in conveyors and press lines with tight control requirements. Feature built-in surge protection for downstream electronics. Business Impact minimizes nuisance trips and surge-related faults, lowering maintenance costs. Application common in automation cabinets serving critical loads. Feature block-type design with the ability to add auxiliary contact blocks. Business Impact simplifies expansion and maintenance, reducing downtime during upgrades. Application supports modular, scalable control architectures. Feature DIN rail TH35-15 or TH35-7.5 mounting and screw-mount compatibility. Business Impact offers flexible installation across new and retrofitted panels, saving space and time. Application ideal for compact, standards-compliant automation enclosures. Feature Screw terminals with robust 1/2x 16 mm² main circuit and up to 16 mm² conductor capacity. Business Impact ensures secure, durable connections and easier field wiring. Application aligns with common industrial wiring practices. Feature Rated Insulation Voltage up to 690 V and maximum operating voltage 690 V for main circuit, 250–500 V for control circuit. Business Impact supports safe, compliant operation across diverse industrial environments. Application suitable for multi-voltage control schemes and international installations. Feature Power Loss of 2.3 W per pole (AC-1) and 0.42 W per pole (AC-3). Business Impact reduces overall energy consumption and heat generation in control panels, extending component life. Application beneficial for continuous-operation applications where thermal management matters.
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FAQs
The AF38-120-00-14LU supports TH35 DIN-rail mounting (TH35-15 or TH35-7.5) and conventional screw mounting (2 x M4 screws). Wiring uses screw terminals for both main and control circuits. Main circuit wires accommodate rigid or flexible conductors (1/2x 16 mm² up to 16 mm²), while control circuit uses 0.75–2.5 mm². Always follow the specified torque values: 2.5 N·m (main) and 1.2 N·m (control).
Rated Operational Current AC-1 at 690 V is 55 A at 40 °C, 45 A at 60 °C, and 37 A at 70 °C per pole. For AC-3, at 415–690 V the ratings range from 23.2 A (low voltage) down to 10.5 A at 690 V (60 °C). Rated Power in AC-3 is up to 11 kW at 400–500 V variants, with variation by voltage. These ratings guide safe motor and load sizing across environments.
Yes. The AF38 family is designed for UL lighting applications and general motor control with 12 NO main contacts and a 12-pole configuration. It aligns with IEC/EN 60947-1, 60947-4-1, and UL 60335-2-40, and carries UL/CSA recognition, making it suitable for 3-phase motor control and lighting loads in compliant industrial installations.
The device meets IEC/EN 60947-1 and IEC/EN 60947-4-1, UL 60335-2-40 LZGH2, UL 508, CSA C22.2 No. 60335-2-40 LZGH2, and CSA C22.2 No. 60947-4-1. It also has CE and UKCA declarations, CB certificates, and RoHS/REACH compliance, plus WEEE B2B categorization for responsible end-of-life handling.
Expect lower lifecycle costs thanks to low power loss: 2.3 W per pole in AC-1 and 0.42 W per pole in AC-3, reducing heat and energy consumption in continuous operation. The built-in surge protection minimizes downstream faults, while modular add-on blocks simplify upgrades. Together these features shorten maintenance windows and support a favorable return on investment in automation projects.