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Siemens 3RT1016-2VB42 — Contactors

Siemens 3RT1016-2VB42 SIRIUS Power Contactor, 24 VDC, Size S

MPN3RT1016-2VB42

Siemens SIRIUS power contactor, 3RT1016-2VB42, 24 VDC coil, size S00, spring-loaded terminals, IP20 front, 5.5 kW at 690 V.

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Specifications

3RT1016-2VB42 — Identification
ParameterValue
Contactor frame sizeS00
3RT1016-2VB42 — 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
3RT1016-2VB42 — Control & Coil
ParameterValue
Control supply voltage typeDC
3RT1016-2VB42 — Contacts & Poles
ParameterValue
Main poles3
Main NO contacts3
Auxiliary contact reliability1 faulty switching per 100 million (17 V, 1 mA)
3RT1016-2VB42 — 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
3RT1016-2VB42 — 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
3RT1016-2VB42 — Durability
ParameterValue
Durability (operating cycles, typ.)30 000 000
3RT1016-2VB42 — Environmental
ParameterValue
Operating temperature range-25 ... +60 °C
3RT1016-2VB42 — Mechanical
ParameterValue
Width45 mm
Height60 mm
Depth73 mm

Product details

Integrator's note

It snaps onto a 35 mm DIN rail per DIN EN 50022 and measures 45 mm wide, 60 mm tall, and 73 mm deep — a compact footprint that leaves room for auxiliary blocks or an overload relay on the same rail. The coil draws 1.4 W both on pick-up and hold, so the control transformer can be sized tightly; pick-up threshold is 0.85 (20.4 V) and drop-out is 1.85 (44.4 V) — meaning it will hold in on a sagging 24 V bus but drop cleanly if the supply collapses.

Motor duty and auxiliary contacts

Rated motor power in AC-3 duty: 4.5 kW at 500 V and 5.5 kW at 690 V. For the less common AC-2 duty (slip-ring motors, soft-start bypass) it delivers 4 kW at 400 V. In AC-4 (plugging, inching) it handles 8.5 A at 400 V. The built-in surge suppressor uses a diode across the coil — polarity-sensitive, so verify DC supply orientation before wiring. Auxiliary contact ratings are given across multiple voltages: 10 A at 24 V, 6 A at 230 V, 3 A at 400 V, 0.3 A at 220 V — enough for a PLC input or a small pilot light.

Side-by-side mounting is allowed with zero spacing — the 45 mm width per pole means a three-contactor group fits in 135 mm of rail. Spring-loaded terminals accept 2x (0.25 to 2.5 mm²) solid or stranded, or 2x (24 to 14 AWG). Strip length is not given in the listing, but standard for spring-cage is 8-10 mm. IP20 on the front and on the terminals — fine for a closed panel, not for washdown.

Frequently asked questions

What is the closest functional second-source for 3RT1016-2VB42?

The closest peer is the 3RT1016-2AP02, which shares the same S00 frame size and 24 VDC coil but uses screw terminals instead of spring-loaded. If your panel is wired with ring or fork terminals, the 2AP02 drops in without rewiring the rail; if you already have spring-cage tooling, stick with the 2VB42.

What is the depth of 3RT1016-2VB42?

The depth is 73 mm. Combined with the 45 mm width and 60 mm height, it fits standard 100 mm deep enclosures with room for wiring ducts.

What wire sizes does the spring-loaded terminal accept?

It accepts 2x (0.25 to 2.5 mm²) solid or stranded, or 2x (24 to 14 AWG). Two conductors per clamp are allowed, which helps when daisy-chaining control power.

Will 3RT1016-2VB42 drop into a panel specified for 3RT1016-2AP02 without rewiring?

Yes, the mounting footprint and coil voltage are identical — both are size S00 on 35 mm DIN rail with a 24 VDC coil. The only difference is the terminal type: spring-loaded on the 2VB42 versus screw on the 2AP02. If the existing wiring uses ferrules or solid wire, the spring clamp works fine; if it uses ring terminals, you will need to trim them or switch to the screw-terminal variant.

What compliance documentation does Siemens provide for 3RT1016-2VB42?

As a SIRIUS component, it is typically CE-marked and designed to IEC/EN 60947-4-1. For specific UL, CSA, or RoHS/REACH declarations, refer to the nameplate or Siemens' online support portal — the evidence does not list individual marks, but the product is intended for global industrial panels.

MPN
3RT1016-2VB42