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Siemens 3RT1056-2AR36 — Contactors

3RT1056-2AR36 - Siemens

MPN3RT1056-2AR36
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power contactor, AC-3e/AC-3 185 A, 90 kW / 400 V AC (50-60 Hz) / DC Uc: 440-480 V 3-pole, auxiliary contacts 2 NO + 2 NC drive: conventional main circuit: busbar control and auxiliary circuit: spring-loaded terminal

Sourced new & surplus through independent channelsAuthenticity-screened · ESD-safe packingListing updated Aug 2026

Specifications

3RT1056-2AR36 — Identification
ParameterValue
Contactor frame sizeS6
3RT1056-2AR36 — Ratings & Performance
ParameterValue
Rated operational current, AC-12, max.10 A
Rated operational current, AC-4 @ 400 V160 A
Rated value @ 400 V3 A
Rated value @ 500 V2 A
Rated value @ 690 V1 A
Rated value @ 230 V30 hp
Rated value @ 24 V10 A
Rated value @ 60 V2 A
Rated value @ 110 V1 A
Rated value @ 220 V0.3 A
3RT1056-2AR36 — Control & Coil
ParameterValue
Control supply voltage typeAC/DC
Rated value @ 50 Hz0.8
Rated value @ 50 Hz440 ... 480 V
3RT1056-2AR36 — Contacts & Poles
ParameterValue
Main poles3
Main NO contacts3
Auxiliary contact reliability1 faulty switching per 100 million (17 V, 1 mA)
3RT1056-2AR36 — Protection & Coordination
ParameterValue
Short-circuit coordination type 1, fusegG: 355 A (690 V, 100 kA)
Short-circuit coordination type 2, fusegG: 315 A (690 V, 100 kA), aM: 200 A (690 V, 50 kA), BS88: 315 A (415 V, 50 kA)
Aux. switch short-circuit protection, fusegG: 10 A (500 V, 1 kA)
3RT1056-2AR36 — Connection & Mounting
ParameterValue
Main circuit connectionConnection bar
Aux. / control circuit connectionspring-loaded terminals
Conductor cross-section, solid2x (0.25 ... 2.5 mm²)
Conductor cross-section, solid or stranded2x (0,25 ... 2,5 mm²)
Conductor cross-section, finely stranded w/ ferrule2x (0.25 ... 1.5 mm²)
Mounting methodscrew fixing
Side-by-side mountingYes
3RT1056-2AR36 — Durability
ParameterValue
Durability (operating cycles, typ.)10 000 000
Durability with aux. switch block (cycles, typ.)10 000 000
3RT1056-2AR36 — Environmental
ParameterValue
Operating temperature range-25 ... +60 °C
Storage temperature range-55 ... +80 °C
Installation altitude, max.2 000 m
3RT1056-2AR36 — Mechanical
ParameterValue
Width120 mm
Height172 mm
Depth170 mm
3RT1056-2AR36 — Specifications
ParameterValue
At AC40 ... 60 ms

Frequently asked questions

What does 3RT1056-2AR36 mean in Siemens Sirius contactor naming?

Decoding the order suffix proves the buyer has the exact coil voltage and aux contact variant before purchase.

What coil voltage is used on Siemens 3RT1056-2AR36?

Coil mismatch is the #1 wrong-part returns reason; confirming 440-480 V AC/DC upfront prevents outages.

What are the specifications of the Siemens 3RT1056-2AR36 contactor?

AC-3e 185 A / 90 kW rating and 3-pole 2 NO + 2 NC aux contacts define panel sizing and wiring layout.

What is the difference between 3RT1056-2AR36 and 3RT1056-2AF36?

Variant suffix differentiates coil voltages - picking the wrong one causes coil burnout and downtime.

What is the replacement or equivalent for Siemens 3RT1056-2AR36?

Equivalents enable sourcing when stock is out or for lifecycle planning on legacy panels.

Where can I buy 3RT1056-2AR36 with current stock and price?

Verified authorized-channel stock with lead time is the decisive step before release of PO.

MPN
3RT1056-2AR36