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Schneider Electric GC1622B5 — Reversing Contactors

Schneider Electric GC1622B5 TeSys GC Modular Contactor, 4P,

MPNGC1622B5
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Schneider Electric TeSys GC series, GC1622B5 modular contactor, 4 poles, 24 V AC 50 Hz control, rated breaking capacity 40 A at 400 V, clip-on DIN rail mount, set of 6.

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Specifications

GC1622B5 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product rangeTeSys
Product nameTeSys GC
Device short nameGC16
Product or component typeModular contactor
GC1622B5 — Electrical
ParameterValue
Rated operational voltage [Ue]<= 250 V AC
Control circuit voltage [Uc]24 V AC 50 Hz
Control circuit typeAC at 50 Hz
Control circuit voltage limitsDrop-out: 0.2...0.75 Uc at 50 Hz (at Operational: 0.85...1.1 Uc at 50 Hz (at <50 °C)
Rated insulation voltage [Ui]500 V conforming to IEC 61095 500 V conforming to VDE 0110
Rated impulse withstand voltage [Uimp]4 kV
Inrush power34 VA 50 Hz (at 20 °C)
Hold-in power consumption4.6 VA 50 Hz (at 20 °C)
GC1622B5 — Motor & Load
ParameterValue
Number of poles4P
Utilisation categoryAC-7B AC-7A
GC1622B5 — Switching & Durability
ParameterValue
Operating time (close/open)10...25 ms opening 10...30 ms closing
Control typeRemote control
Electrical durabilityAC-7A: 100000 cycles AC-7B: 100000 cycles
Mechanical durability1000000 cycles
GC1622B5 — Mechanical
ParameterValue
Connections / terminalsControl circuit: screw clamp terminals 1 cable(s) 2.5 mm²flexible without cable end Control circuit: screw clamp terminals 2 cable(s) 2.5 mm²flexible without cable end Control circuit: screw clamp terminals 1 cable(s) 2.5 mm²flexible with cable end Control circuit: screw clamp terminals 2 cable(s) 1.5 mm²flexible with cable end Control circuit: screw clamp terminals 1 cable(s) 1.5 mm²solid without cable end Control circuit: screw clamp terminals 2 cable(s) 1.5 mm²solid without cable end Power circuit: screw clamp terminals 1 cable(s) 6 mm²flexible without cable end Power circuit: screw clamp terminals 2 cable(s) 4 mm²flexible without cable end Power circuit: screw clamp terminals 1 cable(s) 6 mm²flexible with cable end Power circuit: screw clamp terminals 2 cable(s) 1.5 mm²flexible with cable end Power circuit: screw clamp terminals 1 cable(s) 6 mm²solid without cable end Power circuit: screw clamp terminals 2 cable(s) 4 mm²solid without cable end
Terminal tightening torqueControl circuit: 0.8 N.m - on screw clamp terminals Power circuit: 0.8 N.m - on screw clamp terminals
Height85 mm
Width36 mm
Depth62.5 mm
GC1622B5 — Environmental
ParameterValue
Operating ambient temperature-5...50 °C
Storage ambient temperature-40...70 °C
IP degree of protectionIP40 conforming to VDE 0106 (in enclosure) IP20 conforming to VDE 0106
Operating altitude<= 3000 m
Protective treatmentTC
Vibration & shock resistanceShocks contactor open: 10 Gn for 11 ms Shocks contactor closed: 15 Gn for 11 ms Vibrations contactor open: 2 Gn, 5...300 Hz Vibrations contactor closed: 3 Gn, 5...300 Hz
GC1622B5 — Approvals
ParameterValue
StandardsIEC 60947-5 IEC 61095

Product details

The utilisation categories are AC-7A and AC-7B, meaning it is suited for switching motor loads, lighting, and heating circuits.

The AC-7A and AC-7B categories cover motor starting and switching of resistive/inductive loads respectively; the electrical durability is 100,000 cycles for both, which is typical for a modular contactor in a panel. The control coil draws 34 VA inrush at 50 Hz and dissipates 1.6 W holding, so factor that into your control transformer sizing. The drop-out voltage range is 0.2 to 0.75 Uc, meaning the coil releases reliably at low voltage — important for undervoltage protection schemes.

Screw clamp terminals on both control and power circuits; torque to 0.8 N.m. Power circuit accepts up to 6 mm² flexible or solid wire. The contactor is IP20 finger-safe out of the enclosure, IP40 when installed in a suitable cabinet. Operating position can be up to 30° from vertical. The protective treatment is TC (tropicalised coating), so it handles humidity better than a standard untreated contactor.

Frequently asked questions

What are the key ratings for the GC1622B5?

It is a 4-pole modular contactor with a 24 V AC 50 Hz control coil, rated breaking capacity of 40 A at 400 V, utilisation categories AC-7A and AC-7B, electrical durability of 100,000 cycles, and mechanical durability of 1,000,000 cycles.

What compliance standards does the GC1622B5 meet?

It conforms to IEC 60947-5 and IEC 61095. The rated insulation voltage is 500 V per IEC 61095 and VDE 0110. The IP degree of protection is IP20 (finger-safe) and IP40 in an enclosure per VDE 0106.

MPN
GC1622B5