The Siemens SIRIUS 3RT1023-1AL20 is a size S0 power contactor rated for switching motor loads in AC-2 duty at 4 kW at 400 V, and carries an AC-4 rating of 8.5 A for reversing or inching applications.
The AC-4 rating of 8.5 A tells you the maximum current it can interrupt during plugging or jogging cycles, which is the more demanding duty for reversing starters. For auxiliary contacts, the 24 V DC rating of 10 A is the one to watch when piloting PLC outputs or relay coils in the same panel. Type 2 coordination (no-weld) requires a gL/gG fuse of 25 A; Type 1 coordination (allow contact weld) allows up to 63 A. This matters for selectivity studies and SCCR compliance in the panel.
