

The ABB AF16-30-10-11 contactor, reference 1SBL177001R1110, is a three-pole contactor from the AF range designed for the control of three-phase motors and other electrical loads in industrial installations, electrical panels, automation systems, and switching applications. It features 3 normally open main contacts, an integrated 1NO auxiliary contact, and an electronic coil capable of operating on both alternating current and direct current.
This model supports a control voltage of 24 to 60 V AC at 50/60 Hz and 20 to 60 V DC. Thanks to the electronic coil interface, the contactor can operate within a wide control voltage range, making it easier to integrate into installations with different control voltages and providing greater tolerance to supply variations.
The ABB AF16-30-10 is especially suitable for switching three-phase motors. In AC-3 duty category, it supports an operating current of 18 A at 380/400 V and motor power up to 7.5 kW at 400 V. At 415 and 440 V, it can operate motors up to 9 kW, according to ABB's specified values.
In AC-1 duty category, intended for non-inductive or slightly inductive loads, it reaches a rated current of 30 A at 690 V with ambient temperatures up to 60 °C. These performance levels make it suitable both for switching motors and for different electrical loads within control and distribution panels.
One of the main features of ABB AF range contactors is their electronically controlled coil. In this version, identified by the -11 suffix, the coil accepts voltages from 24 to 60 V AC at 50/60 Hz and from 20 to 60 V DC.
The wide operating range allows the same contactor to be used with different control voltages without needing to replace the coil. This technology also helps maintain operation despite fluctuations in control voltage, making it especially practical in automation systems and machinery where supply stability may vary.
The AF16-30-10 includes factory-fitted surge protection in the coil circuit. As a result, ABB eliminates in many applications the need to install an additional surge suppressor associated with the contactor, simplifying electrical panel wiring and reducing the number of required components.
This feature is especially useful in control circuits where repetitive switching can generate electrical disturbances when inductive loads are connected or disconnected.
In addition to the three main contacts, the contactor includes one integrated normally open auxiliary contact. This contact can be used for signaling functions, interlocking, contactor status feedback, or integration with other control circuit elements.
The AF series also supports additional auxiliary blocks installed on the front or side, allowing the system configuration to be expanded when the application requires a greater number of auxiliary contacts.
The ABB AF16-30-10 uses screw terminals for the main circuit as well as the auxiliary and control circuits. The main circuit accepts rigid conductors up to 6 mm², as well as different flexible conductor configurations depending on the terminal type used.
The main, auxiliary, and coil terminals have an IP20 protection rating according to IEC 60529, helping protect against accidental contact with live parts during intended use inside electrical enclosures and panels.
The contactor is designed for applications requiring frequent operations. ABB specifies a maximum electrical switching frequency of up to 1,200 cycles per hour in AC-3 category and a maximum mechanical switching frequency of up to 3,600 cycles per hour, always within the manufacturer's stated operating conditions.
The ABB AF16-30-10 contactor complies, among others, with IEC/EN 60947-1 and IEC/EN 60947-4-1, and also has approvals in accordance with UL 508 and CSA C22.2 No. 14. The product also complies with the RoHS requirements indicated by ABB.
Thanks to its electrical characteristics, wide-range electronic coil, and compact size, the ABB AF16-30-10-11 contactor is a suitable solution for electrical panels, motor control, machinery, industrial automation, ventilation systems, pumps, and other applications requiring three-phase switching up to 18 A in AC-3 category.
Important: ABB indicates that the AF..-30-..-11 variant is not intended for direct control from a PLC output. For such applications, the compatibility of the control system must be checked and the appropriate variant selected according to the manufacturer's specifications.