The ABB AFS400-30-12-68 is a 3-pole contactor with pre-mounted auxiliary contacts, ideal for safety applications requiring reliable and secure system operation.
Product ModelAFS400-30-12-68
Material Number1SFL577081R6812
Product ID83423
Stock on Request
Last updated: 8/29/2026
Key Features
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1. Reliable OperationThe ABB AFS400-30-12-68 contactor is built with ABB's tested and proven AF technology, ensuring reliable operation in any network. Its robust construction guarantees system uptime, making it a crucial component for safety-critical applications.
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2. Pre-Mounted Auxiliary ContactsThis contactor comes with pre-mounted auxiliary contacts, which are fixed on the left (1 N.O + 1 N.C.) and right (1 N.C.) sides. This configuration makes it easy to monitor and control circuits, enhancing the overall safety of your system.
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3. Versatile Control Voltage RangeThe AFS400-30-12-68 can operate with a wide control voltage range, from 24 to 60 VDC, making it adaptable to various control systems. This flexibility ensures that the contactor can manage large control voltage variations, reducing the need for multiple units.
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4. Built-in Surge SuppressionThe contactor features built-in surge suppression, which protects the system from electrical surges and spikes. This feature enhances the overall reliability and safety of the contactor, ensuring that it operates consistently under various conditions.
Technical Specifications
Detailed engineering parameters based on manufacturer documentation
Specifications may be subject to change without notice
Parameter
Value
Parameter
Value
Product Net Width
186 mm
Product Net Depth / Length
216 mm
Product Net Height
278 mm
Product Net Weight
10.6 kg
Number of Main Contacts NO
3
Number of Main Contacts NC
0
5
5. Easy Installation and IdentificationThe contactor has side-mounted auxiliary contact blocks with yellow housing for easy identification. This design makes installation and maintenance straightforward, reducing downtime and increasing overall efficiency. The yellow housing also ensures that the contactor status is always clear, guaranteeing the right contactor status.
Number of Auxiliary Contacts NO
1
Number of Auxiliary Contacts NC
2
Rated Operational Voltage
Main Circuit 1000 V
Rated Frequency (f)
Main Circuit 50 / 60 Hz
Conventional Free-air Thermal Current (Ith)
acc. to IEC 60947-4-1, Open Contactors Π= 40 °C 600 A
Rated Operational Current AC-1 (Ie)
(1000 V) 40 °C 600 A (1000 V) 55 °C 500 A (1000 V) 70 °C 400 A (690 V) 40 °C 600 A (690 V) 55 °C 500 A (690 V) 70 °C 400 A
Rated Operational Current AC-3 (Ie)
(415 V) 55 °C 400 A (440 V) 55 °C 400 A (500 V) 55 °C 400 A (690 V) 55 °C 350 A (1000 V) 55 °C 155 A (380 / 400 V) 55 °C 400 A (220 / 230 / 240 V) 55 °C 400 A
Rated Short-time Withstand Current Low Voltage (Icw)
at 40 °C Ambient Temp, in Free Air, from a Cold State 10 s 4400 A at 40 °C Ambient Temp, in Free Air, from a Cold State 15 min 840 A at 40 °C Ambient Temp, in Free Air, from a Cold State 1 min 2500 A at 40 °C Ambient Temp, in Free Air, from a Cold State 1 s 4600 A at 40 °C Ambient Temp, in Free Air, from a Cold State 30 s 3100 A
Maximum Breaking Capacity
cos phi=0.45 (cos phi=0.35 for Ie > 100 A) at 440 V 4000 A cos phi=0.45 (cos phi=0.35 for Ie > 100 A) at 690 V 3500 A
Maximum Electrical Switching Frequency
(AC-1) 300 cycles per hour (AC-2 / AC-4) 60 cycles per hour (AC-3) 300 cycles per hour
Rated Operational Current DC-1 (Ie)
(110 V) 1-Pole, 40 °C 600 A (110 V) 2 Poles in Series, 40 °C 600 A (220 V) 3 Poles in Series, 40 °C 600 A (600 V) 3 Poles in Series, 40 °C 600 A
Rated Operational Current DC-3 (Ie)
(110 V) 1-Pole, 40 °C 600 A (110 V) 2 Poles in Series, 40 °C 600 A (220 V) 3 Poles in Series, 40 °C 600 A (600 V) 3 Poles in Series, 40 °C 600 A
Rated Operational Current DC-5 (Ie)
(110 V) 1-Pole, 40 °C 600 A (110 V) 2 Poles in Series, 40 °C 600 A (220 V) 3 Poles in Series, 40 °C 600 A (600 V) 3 Poles in Series, 40 °C 600 A
Rated Insulation Voltage (Ui)
acc. to IEC 60947-4-1 and VDE 0110 (Gr. C) 1000 V acc. to UL/CSA 600 V
Rated Impulse Withstand Voltage (Uimp)
Main Circuit 8 kV
Mechanical Durability
5 million
Maximum Mechanical Switching Frequency
300 cycles per hour
Coil Operating Limits
(acc. to IEC 60947-4-1) 0.85 x Uc Min. ... 1.1 x Uc Max. (at θ ⤠70 °C)
Rated Control Circuit Voltage (Uc)
DC Operation 24 ... 60 V
Coil Consumption
Holding at Max. Rated Control Circuit Voltage 50 Hz 12 V·A Holding at Max. Rated Control Circuit Voltage 60 Hz 12 V·A Holding at Max. Rated Control Circuit Voltage DC 7.5 V·A Pull-in at Max. Rated Control Circuit Voltage 50 Hz 900 V·A Pull-in at Max. Rated Control Circuit Voltage 60 Hz 900 V·A Pull-in at Max. Rated Control Circuit Voltage DC 900 V·A
Operate Time
Between Coil De-energization and NC Contact Closing 45 ... 55 ms Between Coil De-energization and NO Contact Opening 48 ... 58 ms Between Coil Energization and NC Contact Opening 45 ... 115 ms Between Coil Energization and NO Contact Closing 50 ... 120 ms
Flexible with Ferrule 1x 0.75 ... 2.5 mm² Flexible with Insulated Ferrule 2x 0.75 ... 2.5 mm² Flexible 1x0.75 ... 2.5 mm² Solid 2 x 1 ... 4 mm² Stranded 2 x 1 .... 4 mm²
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 IP00
Terminal Type
Main Circuit: Bars
Maximum Operating Voltage UL/CSA
Main Circuit 600 V
General Use Rating UL/CSA
(600 V AC) 550 A
Horsepower Rating UL/CSA
(200 ... 208 V AC) Three Phase 125 hp (220 ... 240 V AC) Three Phase 150 hp (440 ... 480 V AC) Three Phase 350 hp (550 ... 600 V AC) Three Phase 400 hp
Ambient Air Temperature
Close to Contactor Fitted with Thermal O/L Relay (0.85 ... 1.1 Uc) -25 ... 50 °C Close to Contactor without Thermal O/L Relay (0.85 ... 1.1 Uc) -40 ... 70 °C Close to Contactor for Storage -40 ... 70 °C
Maximum Operating Altitude Permissible
Without Derating 3000 m
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
E-Number (Finland)
3709036
Manufacturer ID
1SFL577081R6812
ABB AFS400-30-12-68 | 3-Pole Contactor for Safety Applications | INDPRT
