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Siemens 3RT1016-2KB42 SIRIUS Power Contactor, S00, 24 VDC

MPN3RT1016-2KB42

Siemens SIRIUS power contactor, size S00, 24 VDC coil, spring-loaded terminals, IP20 front, 45 mm width.

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Specifications

3RT1016-2KB42 — Identification
ParameterValue
Contactor frame sizeS00
3RT1016-2KB42 — Ratings & Performance
ParameterValue
Rated operational current, AC-4 @ 400 V8.5 A
Rated value @ 400 V3 A
Rated value @ 500 V4.5 kW
Rated value @ 690 V5.5 kW
Rated value @ 230 V6 A
Rated value @ 24 V10 A
Rated value @ 60 V2 A
Rated value @ 110 V1 A
Rated value @ 220 V0.3 A
3RT1016-2KB42 — Control & Coil
ParameterValue
Control supply voltage typeDC
3RT1016-2KB42 — Contacts & Poles
ParameterValue
Main poles3
Main NO contacts3
Auxiliary contact reliability1 faulty switching per 100 million (17 V, 1 mA)
3RT1016-2KB42 — Protection & Coordination
ParameterValue
Short-circuit coordination type 1, fusefuse gL/gG: 35 A
Short-circuit coordination type 2, fusefuse gL/gG: 20 A
Aux. switch short-circuit protection, fusefuse gL/gG: 10 A
3RT1016-2KB42 — Connection & Mounting
ParameterValue
Main circuit connectionspring-loaded terminals
Conductor cross-section, solid2x (0.25 ... 2.5 mm²)
Conductor cross-section, finely stranded w/ ferrule2x (0.25 ... 1.5 mm²)
Side-by-side mountingYes
3RT1016-2KB42 — Durability
ParameterValue
Durability (operating cycles, typ.)30 000 000
3RT1016-2KB42 — Environmental
ParameterValue
Operating temperature range-25 ... +60 °C
3RT1016-2KB42 — Mechanical
ParameterValue
Width45 mm
Height60 mm
Depth73 mm

Product details

The coil is rated 24 VDC, with a holding power of 2.3 W and closing power of 2.3 W — a DC coil means no AC hum and lower inrush compared to an equivalent AC coil, but verify your control transformer can supply the DC bus cleanly. Main power terminals are spring-loaded, accepting 2x (0.25 to 2.5 mm²) solid or stranded wire, or 2x (24 to 14 AWG). Spring-cage termination speeds up panel wiring and holds better under vibration than screw terminals, but requires the correct ferrule or stripped length.

Rated operational current at AC-12 (resistive load) is 10 A maximum. For motor duty, the AC-3 rating at 400 V is 4.5 kW, and at 690 V it is 5.5 kW — these are the numbers that govern real motor switching, not the resistive maximum. If your application cycles the contactor under load, this is the rating to size against. The built-in varistor surge suppressor clamps coil voltage spikes on the DC coil. This is standard for SIRIUS contactors and means you do not need an external suppression diode across the coil — but verify polarity: the varistor is polarity-sensitive. This suits most industrial enclosures but not clean-room or sealed environments without derating. Front-side protection is IP20 — finger-safe but not sealed. No forced derating for side-by-side mounting is stated, but in a densely packed panel, check the thermal rise.

Frequently asked questions

What are the key ratings for this contactor?

The coil is 24 VDC, 2.3 W holding. AC-3 motor rating is 4.5 kW at 400 V and 5.5 kW at 690 V. AC-4 (reversing/inching) rating is 8.5 A at 400 V. AC-12 resistive maximum is 10 A. The built-in varistor suppresses coil spikes.

What is the mounting and wiring specification?

It snaps onto a 35 mm DIN rail per EN 50022. Width is 45 mm, depth 73 mm, height 60 mm. Main terminals accept 2x (0.25 to 2.5 mm²) solid or stranded, or 2x (24 to 14 AWG), spring-loaded. Side-by-side mounting is allowed with a 6 mm gap.

Does this contactor include a surge suppressor?

Yes, it has a built-in varistor surge suppressor across the coil. No external suppression diode is needed, but observe polarity.

What is the closest functional alternative to the 3RT1016-2KB42?

The 3RT1015-1BB42 is a smaller S00 contactor (AC-3 3 kW at 400 V) with a 24 VAC/DC coil and screw terminals. It will not drop into the same panel without checking the coil voltage type and terminal style — the 3RT1016-2KB42 uses a 24 VDC coil and spring-loaded terminals. If your panel is wired for screw terminals and an AC coil, the 3RT1015-1BB42 is a closer fit; if you need the DC coil and spring-clamp wiring, stick with the 3RT1016-2KB42.

MPN
3RT1016-2KB42