What It Is & What It Does
The 3RT2016-2AP02: This is a Siemens SIRIUS power contactor, size S00, designed to switch motor loads in control panels. It carries a 24 VDC coil and spring-type terminals for wiring.
Terminal & Wiring
Spring-type terminals accept solid or stranded wire from 0.5 to 4 mm², or 2x (0.5 to 4 mm²) for looping. The spring cage holds the conductor without retorquing, which saves time on panel builds and avoids loose connections from vibration.
Switching Ratings & Duty Cycles
AC-1 (resistive) max 1000 cycles/h, AC-2 and AC-3 (motor) max 750 cycles/h, AC-4 (inching/plugging) max 250 cycles/h. The arcing time spans 4 to 15 ms at AC, and 10 to 15 ms for the main contacts.
