It carries a 10 A maximum operating current in AC-12 duty (resistive), and 4 kW at 400 V in AC-2 duty (slip-ring motors).
Switching ratings and duty classes
The 3RT1016-1AT61 is rated across multiple duty classes and voltages. For AC-2 at 400 V, it switches 4 kW; for AC-4 at 400 V, the rated operating current is 8.5 A. At 690 V, the motor rating is 5.5 kW. The contactor also handles DC switching: 10 A at 24 V, 2 A at 60 V, 1 A at 110 V, and 0.3 A at 220 V. The AC-12 resistive rating of 10 A sets the ceiling for general-purpose load switching.
Short-circuit coordination and terminal details
Main circuit terminals are screw-type, accepting 2x (0.5 to 1.5 mm²), 2x (0.75 to 2.5 mm²), or up to 2x (0.75 to 4 mm²) solid or stranded conductors. AWG equivalents are 2x (20 to 16), 2x (18 to 14), or 1x 12.
Environmental limits and protection
Operating temperature -25 °C to +60 °C. Rated for installation up to 2,000 m altitude. IP20 front and terminal protection. Pollution degree 3. Mechanical endurance 30,000,000 operations typical.