SIRIUS S00 power contactor with spring-loaded terminals
For inching or plugging duty (AC-4 at 400 V), the rated operational current is 8.5 A — the figure that governs real-world service life under frequent switching. The main current circuit uses spring-loaded terminals accepting 2x (0.25 to 2.5 mm²) solid or stranded copper, or 2x (24 to 14 AWG). This termination style reduces installation time compared to screw terminals and maintains consistent clamping force over temperature cycles.
At 500 V the contactor is rated for 4.5 kW motor power; at 690 V it handles 5.5 kW. These figures assume the appropriate utilization category — typically AC-3 for squirrel-cage motors unless otherwise specified in the application. This distinction matters when coordinating with the motor branch circuit protective device. Auxiliary contact ratings span the control voltage range: 10 A at 24 V, 6 A at 230 V, 3 A at 400 V, and 0.3 A at 220 V DC. The DC switching capacity drops significantly with voltage — verify the load curve if driving DC solenoids or relays.
Electrical endurance will be lower and depends on the switched current and utilization category.
