Alternatives & selection
The same-series LC1E160M6 shares the 160 A rating but uses a 60 Hz coil versus the LC1E160U5's 50 Hz coil. Choose the LC1E160U5 when the panel is wired for 50 Hz; pick the LC1E160M6 when the supply frequency is 60 Hz.

Schneider Easy TeSys Control LC1E160U5 contactor, 3-pole (3NO), 160 A, AC-3 <=440 V, 240 V AC coil, 50 Hz, plate/DIN-rail mount, IP2X, discontinued.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Product / component type | Contactor |
| Series / range | Easy TeSys |
| Application | Motor control Resistive load |
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Rated operational voltage (Ue) | Power circuit: 10 MOhm for control circuit |
| Utilisation category | AC-3 AC-3e AC-1 |
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Pole configuration | 3P |
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| IP degree of protection | IP2X conforming to IEC 60529 |
| Operating altitude | 3000 m without derating |
| Mechanical robustness | Vibrations 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 degree | TH (pollution degree 3) conforming to IEC 60068-2-30 test Db |
| Fire resistance | 850 °C conforming to IEC 60695-2-1 |
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Standards | EN/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 |
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Width | 120 mm |
| Height | 158 mm |
| Depth | 132 mm |
The same-series LC1E160M6 shares the 160 A rating but uses a 60 Hz coil versus the LC1E160U5's 50 Hz coil. Choose the LC1E160U5 when the panel is wired for 50 Hz; pick the LC1E160M6 when the supply frequency is 60 Hz.