ABB AF38Z-40-00-23 industrial contactor with 4 NO poles, 55 A operational current and 100-250 V AC/DC electronic coil for industrial motor control and automation systems.
£245.13
The ABB AF38Z-40-00-23 (1SBL296201R2300) is a premium 4-pole power contactor designed for reliable switching of industrial power circuits, resistance heating systems and other non-inductive or slightly inductive loads. As part of the advanced ABB AFZ contactor series, it incorporates ABB's innovative electronic coil technology with a 100-250 V AC/DC wide-range control coil, enabling one contactor to operate across multiple international control voltages while reducing inventory requirements and simplifying panel design.
The AFZ series features an electronically controlled coil with integrated surge suppression, low holding power consumption and excellent immunity to voltage fluctuations. This provides dependable switching performance in unstable electrical networks while eliminating the need for external surge suppressors, making it ideal for PLC-controlled automation and OEM machinery.
With a 55 A AC-1 rating, 22 A AC-3 operational current at 400 V and a 4NO main contact configuration, the AF38Z-40-00-23 is suitable for controlling motors up to 11 kW, resistance heating equipment and industrial power distribution systems. Its compact block design enables straightforward DIN rail or panel mounting inside electrical control cabinets.
The ABB AF38Z-40-00-23 delivers dependable switching performance for industrial motors, resistance heating equipment and power distribution systems. Its electronically controlled AFZ coil technology maintains reliable operation during voltage fluctuations, reduces holding power consumption and ensures long-term operational reliability in demanding industrial environments.
Its modular block design supports a comprehensive range of ABB auxiliary contact blocks and accessories, making it an excellent choice for machine builders, panel manufacturers and industrial maintenance engineers requiring dependable industrial switching performance.
| Power | 11 kW |
|---|---|
| Current | 55 A |
| Voltage | 250 V |
| Phase | Three Phase |
| IP Rating | IP20 |
| Series | AF Contactors |
| Product code | 1SBL296201R2300 |
| Product type | Industrial contactor |
| Number of poles | 4 |
| Main contacts | 4 NO |
| Rated operational current AC-1 | 55 A |
| Rated operational current AC-3 | approx. 22 A at 400 V |
| Motor power AC-3 at 400 V | 11 kW |
| Rated operational voltage | up to 690 V AC |
| Control voltage | 100-250 V AC/DC |
| Frequency | 50 / 60 Hz |
| Terminal type | Screw terminals |
| Mounting type | DIN rail / panel mounting |
| Protection rating | IP20 |
| Standards | IEC/EN 60947-1, IEC/EN 60947-4-1 |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | approx. 86 × 45 × 101 mm |
| Weight | approx. 0.4 kg |
It is used for switching industrial power circuits, resistance heating equipment and other non-inductive or slightly inductive loads.
The AF38Z-40-00-23 operates from a 100-250 V AC/DC electronic control supply.
The contactor features 4 normally open (4NO) main contacts.
Yes. The AFZ series incorporates integrated surge protection within the electronic coil, eliminating the need for external suppressors.
It is commonly installed inside industrial control panels, switchboards, machinery and automation systems using DIN rail or panel mounting.
ABB AFZ contactors are trusted by OEMs, panel builders and automation engineers for dependable switching performance, low coil power consumption and reliable operation in demanding industrial environments.
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