AF38Z-30-11-20

Name: AF38Z-30-11-20
Brand: ABB
SKU: AF38Z-30-11-20

The ABB AF38Z-30-11-20 is a reliable 3-pole contactor suitable for controlling motors and power circuits. It offers a wide control voltage range, built-in surge protection, and is designed for easy integration into industrial control systems.

Product ModelAF38Z-30-11-20

Material Number1SBL296001R2011

Product ID87708

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Last updated: 8/29/2026

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Key Features

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1. Versatile Control Voltage RangeThe ABB AF38Z-30-11-20 contactor supports a wide control voltage range of 24-60 V AC and 20-60 V DC, making it adaptable to various control systems worldwide without the need for coil changes.
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2. Built-in Surge ProtectionEquipped with built-in surge protection, this contactor ensures reliable operation even in unstable network conditions, reducing the risk of electrical surges damaging the device.
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3. Compact DesignThe contactor features a compact block-type design, making it easy to integrate into control panels and reducing panel energy consumption.
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4. High ReliabilityDesigned for high reliability, the AF38Z-30-11-20 contactor includes an electronic coil interface that reduces pull-in and holding consumption, particularly for AC control circuits.

Technical Specifications

Detailed engineering parameters based on manufacturer documentation

Specifications may be subject to change without notice

Parameter

Value

Parameter

Value

Product Net Width

45 mm

Product Net Depth / Length

111.5 mm

Product Net Height

86 mm

Product Net Weight

0.39 kg

Number of Main Contacts NO

Number of Main Contacts NC

5. Easy Extension OptionsThe contactor can be easily extended with add-on auxiliary contact blocks and a wide range of accessories, providing flexibility in system design and expansion.

Number of Auxiliary Contacts NO

Number of Auxiliary Contacts NC

Standards

IEC/EN 60947-1, IEC/EN 60947-4-1, UL 60947-4-1, CSA C22.2 No. 60947-4-1

Rated Operational Voltage

Auxiliary Circuit 690 V 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 Î = 40 Â°C 50 A acc. to IEC 60947-5-1, Î = 40 Â°C 16 A

Rated Operational Current AC-1 (Ie)

(690 V) 40 Â°C 50 A (690 V) 60 Â°C 42 A (690 V) 70 Â°C 37 A

Rated Operational Current AC-3 (Ie)

(415 V) 60 Â°C 38 A (440 V) 60 Â°C 38 A (500 V) 60 Â°C 33 A (690 V) 60 Â°C 24 A (380 / 400 V) 60 Â°C 38 A (220 / 230 / 240 V) 60 Â°C 40 A

Rated Operational Current AC-3e (Ie)

(415 V) 60 Â°C 38 A (440 V) 60 Â°C 38 A (500 V) 60 Â°C 33 A (690 V) 60 Â°C 24 A (380 / 400 V) 60 Â°C 38 A (220 / 230 / 240 V) 60 Â°C 40 A

Rated Operational Power AC-3 (Pe)

(400 V) 18.5 kW (415 V) 18.5 kW (440 V) 22 kW (500 V) 22 kW (690 V) 22 kW (380 / 400 V) 18.5 kW (220 / 230 / 240 V) 11 kW

Rated Operational Power AC-3e (Pe)

(415 V) 18.5 kW (440 V) 22 kW (500 V) 22 kW (690 V) 22 kW (380 / 400 V) 18.5 kW (220 / 230 / 240 V) 11 kW

Rated Operational Current AC-15 (Ie)

(500 V) 2 A (690 V) 2 A (24 / 127 V) 6 A (220 / 240 V) 4 A (400 / 440 V) 3 A

Rated Short-time Withstand Current Low Voltage (Icw)

at 40 Â°C Ambient Temp, in Free Air, from a Cold State 10 s 350 A at 40 Â°C Ambient Temp, in Free Air, from a Cold State 15 min 50 A at 40 Â°C Ambient Temp, in Free Air, from a Cold State 1 min 150 A at 40 Â°C Ambient Temp, in Free Air, from a Cold State 1 s 700 A at 40 Â°C Ambient Temp, in Free Air, from a Cold State 30 s 225 A for 0.1 s 140 A for 1 s 100 A

Maximum Breaking Capacity

cos phi=0.45 (cos phi=0.35 for Ie > 100 A) at 440 V 500 A cos phi=0.45 (cos phi=0.35 for Ie > 100 A) at 690 V 200 A

Maximum Electrical Switching Frequency

(AC-1) 600 cycles per hour (AC-15) 1200 cycles per hour (AC-2 / AC-4) 150 cycles per hour (AC-3) 1200 cycles per hour (DC-13) 900 cycles per hour

Rated Operational Current DC-1 (Ie)

(110 V) 2 Poles in Series, 40 Â°C 50 A (110 V) 2 Poles in Series, 60 Â°C 42 A (110 V) 2 Poles in Series, 70 Â°C 37 A (110 V) 3 Poles in Series, 40 Â°C 50 A (110 V) 3 Poles in Series, 60 Â°C 42 A (110 V) 3 Poles in Series, 70 Â°C 37 A (220 V) 3 Poles in Series, 40 Â°C 50 A (220 V) 3 Poles in Series, 60 Â°C 42 A (220 V) 3 Poles in Series, 70 Â°C 37 A (72 V) 1-Pole, 40 Â°C 50 A (72 V) 1-Pole, 60 Â°C 42 A (72 V) 1-Pole, 70 Â°C 37 A (72 V) 2 Poles in Series, 40 Â°C 50 A (72 V) 2 Poles in Series, 60 Â°C 42 A (72 V) 2 Poles in Series, 70 Â°C 37 A (72 V) 3 Poles in Series, 40 Â°C 50 A (72 V) 3 Poles in Series, 60 Â°C 42 A (72 V) 3 Poles in Series, 70 Â°C 37 A

Rated Operational Current DC-3 (Ie)

Rated Operational Current DC-5 (Ie)

(110 V) 2 Poles in Series, 40 Â°C 50 A (110 V) 2 Poles in Series, 60 Â°C 42 A (110 V) 2 Poles in Series, 70 Â°C 37 A (110 V) 3 Poles in Series, 40 Â°C 50 A (110 V) 3 Poles in Series, 60 Â°C 42 A (110 V) 3 Poles in Series, 70 Â°C 37 A (220 V) 3 Poles in Series, 40 Â°C 25 A (220 V) 3 Poles in Series, 60 Â°C 25 A (220 V) 3 Poles in Series, 70 Â°C 25 A (72 V) 1-Pole, 40 Â°C 25 A (72 V) 1-Pole, 60 Â°C 25 A (72 V) 1-Pole, 70 Â°C 25 A (72 V) 2 Poles in Series, 40 Â°C 50 A (72 V) 2 Poles in Series, 60 Â°C 42 A (72 V) 2 Poles in Series, 70 Â°C 37 A (72 V) 3 Poles in Series, 40 Â°C 50 A (72 V) 3 Poles in Series, 60 Â°C 42 A (72 V) 3 Poles in Series, 70 Â°C 37 A

Rated Operational Current DC-13 (Ie)

(24 V) 6 A / 144 W (48 V) 2.8 A / 134 W (72 V) 1 A / 72 W (110 V) 0.55 A / 60 W (125 V) 0.55 A / 69 W (220 V) 0.27 A / 60 W (250 V) 0.27 A / 68 W (400 V) 0.15 A / 60 W (500 V) 0.13 A / 65 W (600 V) 0.1 A / 60 W

Rated Insulation Voltage (Ui)

acc. to IEC 60947-4-1 690 V acc. to IEC 60947-5-1 690 V acc. to UL/CSA 600 V

Rated Impulse Withstand Voltage (Uimp)

6 kV

Maximum Mechanical Switching Frequency

3600 cycles per hour

Rated Control Circuit Voltage (Uc)

DC Operation 12 ... 20 V

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 ... 10 mmÂ² Flexible with Insulated Ferrule 1x 1.5 ... 10 mmÂ² Flexible with Insulated Ferrule 2x 1.5 ... 4 mmÂ² Rigid Solid 1/2x 2.5 ... 4 mmÂ² Rigid Stranded 1/2x 2.5 ... 10 mmÂ²

Connecting Capacity Auxiliary Circuit

Flexible with Ferrule 1/2x 0.75 ... 2.5 mmÂ² Flexible with Insulated Ferrule 1x 0.75 ... 2.5 mmÂ² Flexible with Insulated Ferrule 2x 0.75 ... 1.5 mmÂ² Rigid Solid 1/2x 1 ... 2.5 mmÂ² Rigid Stranded 1/2x 1 ... 2.5 mmÂ²

Connecting Capacity Control Circuit

Wire Stripping Length

Auxiliary Circuit 10 mm Control Circuit 10 mm Main Circuit 14 mm

Degree of Protection

acc. to IEC 60529, IEC 60947-1, EN 60529 Auxiliary Terminals IP20 acc. to IEC 60529, IEC 60947-1, EN 60529 Coil Terminals IP20 acc. to IEC 60529, IEC 60947-1, EN 60529 Main Terminals IP20

Terminal Type

Screw Terminals

Maximum Operating Voltage UL/CSA

Main Circuit 600 V

General Use Rating UL/CSA

(600 V AC) 50 A

Horsepower Rating UL/CSA

(120 V AC) Single Phase 2 hp (200 ... 208 V AC) Three Phase 10 hp (220 ... 240 V AC) Three Phase 10 hp (240 V AC) Single Phase 5 hp (440 ... 480 V AC) Three Phase 25 hp (550 ... 600 V AC) Three Phase 30 hp

Connecting Capacity Main Circuit UL/CSA

Rigid Solid 1/2x 14-10 AWG Rigid Stranded 1/2x 14-8 AWG

Connecting Capacity Auxiliary Circuit UL/CSA

Rigid Solid 1/2x 18-14 AWG Rigid Stranded 1/2x 18-14 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

Auxiliary Circuit 11 inÂ·lb Control Circuit 11 inÂ·lb Main Circuit 22 inÂ·lb

Ambient Air Temperature

Close to Contactor Fitted with Thermal O/L Relay -25 ... 60 Â°C Close to Contactor without Thermal O/L Relay -40 ... 70 Â°C Close to Contactor for Storage -60 ... +80 Â°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

Object Classification Code

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

Manufacturer ID

1SBL296001R2011