Wiring and terminal capacity
The 3RT2024-1AV60: The coil connection uses screw-type terminals — no push-in or spring-cage on the magnet coil, so factor in screwdriver access during panel wiring.
Auxiliary contact ratings across voltages
At 230 V the auxiliary contact is rated 2 hp, useful for direct motor control in smaller load circuits.
Switching frequency and duty cycle
Maximum switching rate is 1 000 operations per hour for AC-1, AC-2, AC-3, and AC-3e duty; for AC-4 (plugging/reversing) it drops to 300 operations per hour — plan the cycle count accordingly if the application involves frequent inching or reversing. Arcing time is 10 ms typical, and the make/break time at AC is 4 to 16 ms — these are fast enough for most motor start sequences but should be checked against the PLC scan cycle if the contactor feeds a safety circuit.
