Why Choose the ABB AFS40-30-22-11 Safety Contactor?
The ABB AFS40-30-22-11 is a robust safety contactor designed for reliable switching and monitoring applications in industrial machinery and automation systems. As part of the advanced ABB AFS contactor series, it is engineered for machine safety applications requiring dependable control, auxiliary feedback and compliance with modern safety standards.
This contactor combines ABB AF technology with a wide control voltage range, integrated surge protection and fixed auxiliary contacts to provide reliable operation in demanding industrial environments. The compact block design simplifies installation while supporting flexible integration into machine control panels and automation systems.
With three main power contacts, fixed 2 N.O. + 2 N.C. auxiliary contacts and a control voltage range of 24–60 V AC / 20–60 V DC, the ABB AFS40-30-22-11 is suitable for motor switching and safety-related machine control applications where dependable contact monitoring is required.
Key Advantages
- Dedicated safety contactor designed for machine safety applications.
- 18.5 kW motor switching capability at 400 V AC (AC-3).
- 70 A AC-1 rated operational current for power circuit switching.
- Wide 24–60 V AC / 20–60 V DC control voltage range.
- Fixed 2 N.O. + 2 N.C. auxiliary contacts for status feedback.
- Built-in surge protection reduces panel component requirements.
Key Features
- ABB AFS safety contactor series.
- 3-pole main contact configuration.
- 2 normally open and 2 normally closed auxiliary contacts.
- 18.5 kW motor control rating at 400 V AC (AC-3).
- 70 A AC-1 rated switching current.
- Electronic coil interface with wide voltage acceptance.
- Built-in surge suppression technology.
- Panel-mounted block design with screw terminals.
Reliable Switching for Industrial Safety Systems
Safety contactors such as the ABB AFS40-30-22-11 provide dependable isolation and switching of electrical loads in machinery applications. Their mechanically linked auxiliary contacts allow control systems to monitor contactor status, supporting safer operation of industrial equipment.
The AFS series is designed for machine builders and automation engineers who require reliable switching performance, reduced panel energy consumption and straightforward integration into modern safety circuits.
Typical Applications
- Industrial machinery safety circuits.
- Machine automation and control panels.
- Motor switching applications.
- OEM equipment and production systems.
- Safety-related industrial control systems.
- Manufacturing and process automation equipment.
