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Schneider Electric LC1E160M6 — Contactors

Schneider LC1E160M6 Easy TeSys Contactor, 160A AC-3, 220VAC

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Schneider Electric Easy TeSys Control LC1E contactor, 3P, AC-3/AC-3e 160 A, 220 VAC 60 Hz coil, DIN-rail or plate mount.

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Specifications

LC1E160M6 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product / component typeContactor
Series / rangeEasy TeSys
ApplicationMotor control Resistive load
LC1E160M6 — Ratings & Performance
ParameterValue
Rated operational voltage (Ue)Power circuit: 10 MOhm for control circuit
Utilisation categoryAC-3 AC-3e AC-1
LC1E160M6 — Contacts & Poles
ParameterValue
Pole configuration3P
LC1E160M6 — Environmental
ParameterValue
IP degree of protectionIP2X conforming to IEC 60529
Operating altitude3000 m without derating
Mechanical robustnessVibrations contactor open (1.5 Gn, 5...300 Hz) Vibrations contactor closed (3 Gn, 5...300 Hz) Shocks contactor open (6 Gn for 11 ms) Shocks contactor closed (7 Gn for 11 ms)
Protective treatment / pollution degreeTH (pollution degree 3) conforming to IEC 60068-2-30 test Db
Fire resistance850 °C conforming to IEC 60695-2-1
LC1E160M6 — Approvals
ParameterValue
StandardsEN/IEC 60947-1 EN/IEC 60947-4-1 EN/IEC 60947-5-1 GB/T 14048.1 GB/T 14048.4 GB/T 14048.5
LC1E160M6 — Mechanical
ParameterValue
Width120 mm
Height158 mm
Depth132 mm

Product details

The Schneider Electric LC1E160M6 is a 3-pole contactor from the Easy TeSys Control range, rated for AC-3 and AC-3e motor duty at 160 A up to 440 V, with a 220 VAC 60 Hz coil. The same contactor also carries an AC-1 resistive load rating, so it handles heater banks or lighting banks at a higher current, but the AC--3 number is the one that decides motor fit. The IP2X finger-protection rating means the live terminals are shielded from accidental contact — standard for an enclosed panel contactor.

Compliance and approvals — what the standards mean

That means it is accepted across Europe, the UK (CE/UKCA), and China without additional testing. The TH protective treatment per IEC 60068-2-30 confirms it withstands tropical humidity — pollution degree 3 environment — so it is suitable for unheated enclosures in damp industrial halls.

Frequently asked questions

What is the AC-3 motor rating and what does it mean for my motor?

The AC-3 rating is 160 A at ≤440 V. This is the maximum full-load current of a squirrel-cage induction motor the contactor can switch on and off under normal starting conditions. For a 400 V three-phase motor, 160 A corresponds roughly to a 75–90 kW motor, depending on efficiency and power factor. The AC-3e suffix indicates the rating also covers the more severe starting duty of energy-efficient motors (higher inrush).

What compliance documentation does Schneider provide for this part?

The contactor carries certifications to EN/IEC 60947-1, EN/IEC 60947-4-1, EN/IEC 60947-5-1, and the Chinese GB/T 14048 series. It also meets the TH protective treatment standard (IEC 60068-2-30) for tropical environments and has a fire-resistance rating of 850 °C per IEC 60695-2-1. RoHS and REACH declarations are standard for Schneider's Easy TeSys range.

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LC1E160M6