The ABB A260-30 3-Phase Contactor is engineered for high-performance industrial applications including motor starting, isolation, by-pass, and distribution operations with maximum operational voltage up to 690 V, designed to ensure robust and reliable control. This contactor features three main normally open (NO) contacts, one normally closed (NC) contact, and both NO and NC auxiliary contacts to offer versatile wiring configurations. It supports a broad rated operational current spectrum, with AC-1 currents reaching up to 400 A and AC-3 power ratings up to 200 kW at 690 V, making it suitable for heavy-duty motor control and power distribution tasks. With a conventional free-air thermal current (Ith) of 400 A at 40 °C and durable mechanical switching capabilities rated for 5 million operations, the contactor is designed for demanding industrial environments. Its coil operates efficiently across a control voltage range of 24 to 690 V AC at 50/60 Hz, providing flexibility for various control circuits. The device ensures enhanced safety and reliability by offering high short-circuit breaking capacities, complying with IEC 60947-4-1 standards, and provides excellent protection under different thermal conditions. Featuring a rated insulation voltage of 1000 V and rated impulse withstand voltage of 8 kV, the A260-30 enhances insulation durability and protects against voltage spikes. Its mechanical and electrical attributes, combined with convenient terminal connections compatible with rigid and flexible cabling, make this ABB contactor an ideal solution for industrial electrical distribution and motor control applications requiring high reliability and longevity.
Key Features
| Features | Description |
|---|---|
| Number of Main Contacts (NO) | 3 |
| Number of Main Contacts (NC) | 0 |
| Number of Auxiliary Contacts (NO) | 1 |
| Number of Auxiliary Contacts (NC) | 1 |
| Rated Operational Voltage | Up to 690 V AC |
| Rated Operational Current AC-1 (Ie) | Up to 400 A |
| Rated Operational Power AC-3 (Pe) | Up to 200 kW |
| Conventional Free-air Thermal Current (Ith) | 400 A at 40 °C |
| Mechanical Durability | 5 million operations |
| Control Voltage Range | 24 to 690 V AC, 50/60 Hz |
| Rated Insulation Voltage (Ui) | 1000 V |
| Rated Impulse Withstand Voltage (Uimp) | 8 kV |
| Degree of Protection | IP00 (main terminals), IP20 (coil terminals) |
| Short-Circuit Breaking Capacity | Up to 3500 A |
| Operating Frequency | 50/60 Hz |
| Flexible Terminal Connection Capacity | Up to 2.5 mm² |
| Attributes | Description |
|---|---|
| Main Circuit Rated Voltage | 690 V |
| Rated Frequency | 50/60 Hz |
| Rated Operating Current (AC-3, 690 V) | 220 A |
| Rated Operating Current (AC-3, 415 V) | 260 A |
| Rated Operational Power AC-3 (690 V) | 200 kW |
| Rated Making Capacity (AC-3) | 10 x Ie |
| Rated Breaking Capacity (AC-3) | 8 x Ie |
| Short Circuit Protective Device Rating | 500 A gG type fuses |
| Thermal Current (Ith) at 55 °C | 350 A |
| Mechanical Switching Frequency | 3600 cycles/hour |
| Electrical Switching Frequency | 300 cycles/hour (AC-3) |
| Coil Consumption (Holding at Max Rated Voltage) | 50-65 V·A |
| Operating Temperature Range | Up to 70 °C |
| Connecting Capacity Main Circuit (Cu Cable) | 16 – 240 mm² |
| Connecting Capacity Auxiliary Circuit | Flexible cables 0.75 – 2.5 mm² |
| Mechanical Durability | 5 million operations |
| UL/CSA Rated Voltage (Main Circuit) | 600 V |
| UL/CSA Horsepower Rating at 480 V AC | 200 hp |
*Disclaimer: The above description has been AI-generated and has not been audited or verified for accuracy. It is recommended to verify product details independently before making any purchasing decisions.
The ABB A260-30 contactor supports rated operational power up to 200 kW at 690 V AC-3, combined with a high conventional free-air thermal current of 400 A and rated making/breaking capacities, which makes it ideal for controlling and protecting heavy motors during start-up.
It can be used with 500 A gG type fuses and features a rated breaking capacity and short-time withstand currents up to 3500 A under specified conditions, ensuring high level short-circuit protection compliant with IEC standards.
The coil operates with control voltages ranging from 24 to 690 V AC at 50/60 Hz, enabling integration with diverse industrial control systems and voltage ranges for flexible application.
The main circuit supports bar connections for rigid cables with a capacity up to 240 mm² for copper and aluminum cables, and auxiliary circuits support flexible cables with ferrules from 0.75 to 2.5 mm², providing versatile wiring options.
With a mechanical durability rating of 5 million operations and a maximum mechanical switching frequency of 3600 cycles per hour, the A260-30 is designed to withstand the demands of continuous industrial use.
Brand: abb
Country Of Origin: Sweden
A 3-phase Contactor suitable for various applications such as Motor starting, Isolation,
By-pass and Distribution application up to max 690 V.Operated with control voltage,
versions from 24….690 AC, 50 and 60 Hz
Technical
3 Number of Main
Contacts NO
0 Number of Main
Contacts NC
1 Number of Auxiliary
Contacts NO
1 Number of Auxiliary
Contacts NC
Main Circuit 690 V Rated Operational
Voltage
Main Circuit 50 / 60 Hz Rated Frequency (f)
acc. to IEC 60947-4-1, Open Contactors Θ = 40 °C 400 A Conventional Free-air
Thermal Current (Ith)
(690 V) 40 °C 400 A
(690 V) 55 °C 350 A
(690 V) 70 °C 290 A
Rated Operational
Current AC-1 (Ie)
(415 V) 55 °C 260 A
(440 V) 55 °C 240 A
(500 V) 55 °C 240 A
(690 V) 55 °C 220 A
(380 / 400 V) 55 °C 260 A
(220 / 230 / 240 V) 55 °C 260
Rated Operational
Current AC-3 (Ie)
(415 V) 140 kW
(440 V) 140 kW
(500 V) 180 kW
(690 V) 200 kW
(380 / 400 V) 140 kW
(220 / 230 / 240 V) 80 kW
Rated Operational Power
AC-3 (Pe)
8 x Ie AC-3 Rated Breaking Capacity
AC-3
10 x Ie AC-3 Rated Making Capacity
AC-3
gG Type Fuses 500 A Short-Circuit Protective
Devices
at 40 °C Ambient Temp, in Free Air, from a Cold State 10 s 2400 A
at 40 °C Ambient Temp, in Free Air, from a Cold State 15 min 500 A
at 40 °C Ambient Temp, in Free Air, from a Cold State 1 min 1100 A
at 40 °C Ambient Temp, in Free Air, from a Cold State 1 s 3500 A
at 40 °C Ambient Temp, in Free Air, from a Cold State 30 s 1500 A
Rated Short-time
Withstand Current Low
Voltage (Icw)
cos phi=0.45 (cos phi=0.35 for Ie > 100 A) at 440 V 2600 A
cos phi=0.45 (cos phi=0.35 for Ie > 100 A) at 690 V 2400 A
Maximum Breaking
Capacity
(AC-1) 300 cycles per hour
(AC-2 / AC-4) 150 cycles per hour
(AC-3) 300 cycles per hour
Maximum Electrical
Switching Frequency
(110 V) 2 Poles in Series, 40 °C 400 A
(220 V) 3 Poles in Series, 40 °C 400 A
Rated Operational
Current DC-1 (Ie)
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Rated Operational
Current DC-3 (Ie)
(110 V) 2 Poles in Series, 40 °C 400 A
(220 V) 3 Poles in Series, 40 °C 400 A
Rated Operational
Current DC-5 (Ie)
(110 V) 2 Poles in Series, 40 °C 400 A
(220 V) 3 Poles in Series, 40 °C 400 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
3600 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)
50 Hz 220 ... 230 V
60 Hz 230 ... 240 V
Coil Consumption
Holding at Max. Rated Control Circuit Voltage 50 Hz 60 V·A
Holding at Max. Rated Control Circuit Voltage 60 Hz 65 V·A
Pull-in at Max. Rated Control Circuit Voltage 50 Hz 1350 V·A
Pull-in at Max. Rated Control Circuit Voltage 60 Hz 1550 V·A
Operate Time
Between Coil De-energization and NC Contact Closing 7 ... 13 ms
Between Coil De-energization and NO Contact Opening 10 ... 16 ms
Between Coil Energization and NC Contact Opening 12 ... 30 ms
Between Coil Energization and NO Contact Closing 17 ... 35 ms
Connecting Capacity
Main Circuit
Bar 32 mm²
Rigid Al-Cable 2 x 95 ... 120 mm²
Rigid Cu-Cable 16 ... 240 mm²
Connecting Capacity
Auxiliary Circuit
Flexible with Ferrule 2x 0.75 ... 2.5 mm²
Flexible with Insulated Ferrule 1x 0.75 ... 2.5 mm²
Flexible 2x0.75 ... 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 Main Terminals IP00
acc. to IEC 60529, IEC 60947-1, EN 60529 Coil Terminals IP20
Connecting Terminals
(delivered in open
position) Main Poles
Flat type c/w screws and bolts
Terminal Type
Main Circuit: Bars
Technical UL/CSA
NEMA Size
5
Maximum Operating
Voltage UL/CSA
Main Circuit 600 V
General Use Rating
UL/CSA
(600 V AC) 350 A
Horsepower Rating
UL/CSA
(200 V AC) Three Phase 75 hp
(208 V AC) Three Phase 75 hp
(220 ... 240 V AC) Three Phase 100 hp
(440 ... 480 V AC) Three Phase 200 hp
(550 ... 600 V AC) Three Phase 250 hp
