{"product_id":"abb-af40-30-00-11-40a-3-pole-contactor-24v-dc","title":"ABB AF40-30-00-11 40A 3-Pole Contactor 24V DC","description":"\u003ch2\u003eABB AF40-30-00-11 40A 3-Pole Contactor 24V DC\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe ABB AF40-30-00-11 is a 40A 3-pole contactor with a 24V DC coil, designed for motor starting and load switching in DC-controlled automation systems. Its 40A rating suits motors up to approximately 18.5kW at 400V, making it a practical choice for UAE industrial, process, and building automation panels with 24V DC control circuits.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40A AC-3 rating — suitable for motors up to ~18.5kW at 400V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24V DC coil for PLC and 24V DC automation control systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3-pole main contacts (3NO)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDIN rail or screw mounting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine ABB AF-range quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eABB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAF40-30-00-11\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRated Current (AC-3)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMotor Power (400V)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~18.5kW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePoles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCoil Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24V DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDIN Rail \/ Screw\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePLC-controlled motor starter panels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndustrial automation and process control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePump, fan, and compressor motor switching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24V DC automation and building management systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does this contactor control?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt's an electrically-operated switch used to make\/break a load circuit repeatedly under remote or automatic control — commonly lighting banks, motors, HVAC equipment, or heating loads switched via a timer, BMS, or control relay.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this need a separate overload relay for motor protection?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, if it's controlling a motor — a contactor alone doesn't protect against sustained overload. Pair it with a compatible thermal overload relay (see ABB's matching TF\/TA-series relays) to form a full motor starter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan I control this contactor with a timer or BMS?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — the coil is designed for remote switching from a timer, PLC, BMS, or control relay rather than direct manual operation, making it suited to automated load switching.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan I install this myself?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Contactors are wired into live control and power circuits and must be installed by a licensed electrician in accordance with UAE wiring regulations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"ABB","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44140746768483,"sku":"AF40-30-00-11","price":275.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/6570\/1475\/files\/1SBC101014V0000_400x400_5d5f98ba-4cc5-4f4e-a3a2-388617506d74.jpg?v=1786966174","url":"https:\/\/www.deluxeuae.com\/products\/abb-af40-30-00-11-40a-3-pole-contactor-24v-dc","provider":"Deluxe Electricals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}