SKU: SK827041-ALAlt SKU: EK550-40-11 220-230V 50Hz / 240V 60HzMPN: SK827041-AL
SK827041-AL ek550-40-11-220-230v50hz ABB Contactor

SK827041-AL ek550-40-11-220-230v50hz ABB Contactor

ABB EK550-40-11 industrial 4-pole contactor with 800 A AC-1 rating, 220 V 50 Hz / 240 V 60 Hz control coil and integrated auxiliary contacts for industrial power switching applications.

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Why Choose the ABB EK550-40-11 220-230 V 50 Hz / 240 V 60 Hz Contactor?

The ABB EK550-40-11 (Part Number: SK827041-AL) is a heavy-duty 4-pole industrial contactor engineered for switching high-current AC and DC power circuits in demanding industrial, distribution and railway applications. As part of the dependable ABB EK contactor series, it delivers reliable switching performance for resistive and slightly inductive loads while offering exceptional durability and long service life.

Equipped with a 220-230 V AC 50 Hz / 240 V AC 60 Hz control coil, the EK550-40-11 is designed for reliable operation across industrial power systems worldwide. Its robust block-type construction incorporates four normally open main contacts together with one normally open and one normally closed auxiliary contact, making it suitable for demanding control and monitoring applications.

With an 800 A AC-1 rating, 550 A AC-3 rating and a main circuit voltage of up to 1000 V AC, this contactor is ideal for industrial power distribution, resistance heating equipment, railway systems and heavy-duty machinery requiring dependable high-current switching.

Key Advantages

  • Heavy-duty 4-pole industrial contactor for demanding switching applications.
  • 800 A AC-1 switching capacity for high-current industrial loads.
  • 220-230 V AC 50 Hz / 240 V AC 60 Hz control coil.
  • Suitable for AC and DC power switching.
  • Supplied with 1 NO and 1 NC auxiliary contact.
  • Designed for industrial, distribution and railway applications.

Key Features

  • ABB EK contactor series.
  • 4 normally open (4 NO) main contacts.
  • 1 normally open + 1 normally closed auxiliary contact.
  • 800 A rated operational current (AC-1).
  • 550 A rated operational current (AC-3).
  • 220-230 V AC 50 Hz / 240 V AC 60 Hz control coil.
  • Block-type industrial construction.
  • Main circuit bar terminals with bolt connections.

Reliable High-Current Power Switching

The ABB EK550-40-11 is designed to provide dependable switching of large electrical loads in demanding industrial installations. Its heavy-duty contacts and robust construction ensure reliable operation in power distribution systems, heating equipment and heavy industrial machinery where continuous performance is essential.

The contactor is compatible with ABB auxiliary contact blocks and accessories, making it easy to integrate into modern electrical switchboards, OEM equipment and industrial automation systems while providing long-term operational reliability.

Typical Applications

  • Industrial power distribution systems.
  • Railway electrical installations.
  • Resistance heating equipment.
  • Large industrial switchboards.
  • Heavy-duty machinery.
  • OEM electrical control panels.

Technical Specifications

Power 315 kW
Current 800 A
Voltage 220 V
Phase Three Phase
Series EK Contactors
Part number SK827041-AL
Product type Industrial power contactor
Number of poles 4
Main contacts 4 NO
Auxiliary contacts 1 NO + 1 NC
Rated operational current AC-1 800 A
Rated operational current AC-3 550 A
Motor power AC-3 at 415 V 315 kW
Rated operational voltage 1000 V AC
Rated insulation voltage 1000 V
Control voltage 220 V 50 Hz / 240 V 60 Hz
Frequency 50 / 60 Hz
Mounting type Panel mounting
Application type Distribution and railway switching
Maximum electrical switching frequency 300 cycles per hour AC-3
Dimensions (H × W × D) approx. 272 × 270 × 225.5 mm
Weight approx. 15.5 kg

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ABB EK550-40-11 used for?

It is designed for switching high-current AC and DC power circuits in industrial, distribution and railway applications.

What control voltage does this contactor require?

The control coil operates at 220-230 V AC 50 Hz or 240 V AC 60 Hz.

What is the current rating of the EK550-40-11?

The contactor is rated for 800 A AC-1 and 550 A AC-3 applications.

How many contacts does this model include?

It features 4 normally open main contacts together with 1 normally open and 1 normally closed auxiliary contact.

Where is the EK550-40-11 typically installed?

It is commonly installed in industrial control panels, switchboards, railway systems and high-current electrical distribution equipment.

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ABB EK contactors are trusted worldwide for dependable high-current switching, long mechanical life and reliable operation across industrial power distribution, railway and heavy-duty electrical applications.

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