The Siemens SIRIUS 3RT1017-1AF01 is a size S00 power contactor with a 24 VDC coil, rated for motor switching up to 5.5 kW at 400 V in AC-2 duty and 8.5 A in AC-4 at 400 V. That AC-2 rating covers slip-ring motor reversing or inching — the kind of load that needs full rated current through the make/break cycle. AC-4 at 8.5 A handles plugging and reversing duty for smaller squirrel-cage motors.
Terminal IP20 on the front and at the terminals means it's safe for open-panel wiring as long as the enclosure door is closed.
Auxiliary contact ratings and wiring
The auxiliary contacts handle 10 A at 24 V, 6 A at 230 V, and 3 A at 400 V — enough for direct PLC input or relay logic without an interposer. Screw terminals accept up to 4 mm² stranded or 12 AWG, with two conductors per clamp. Strip length is standard; no special tooling needed.
