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Schneider LC1E40M5 | Contactor,EasyPact TVS,3P(3NO),AC-3,<=440V,40A,220V AC coil,50Hz

Schneider LC1E40M5 | Contactor, EasyPact TVS, 3P (3NO), AC-3, ≤440V, 40A, 220V AC Coil, 50Hz

1. Introduction

The Schneider LC1E40M5 is a 3-pole (3NO) contactor from the EasyPact TVS series, designed for motor control and power switching in industrial applications. It supports AC-3 applications up to 440V with a 40A current rating and operates with a 220V AC coil (50Hz). Its robust construction and high durability make it a reliable choice for various electrical systems.

2. Key Features

  • Rated Current: 40A (AC-3)

  • Voltage Rating: ≤440V

  • Number of Poles: 3P (3 Normally Open – 3NO)

  • Coil Voltage: 220V AC, 50Hz

  • Compact and Sturdy Design for industrial environments

  • High Electrical & Mechanical Durability

  • Auxiliary Contact Option for Control Circuits

  • Easy Installation & Compatibility with Overload Relays

3. Technical Specifications

  • Product Series: EasyPact TVS

  • Utilization Category: AC-3 (Motor control applications)

  • Rated Current (Ie): 40A

  • Operating Voltage: ≤440V

  • Coil Voltage: 220V AC, 50Hz

  • Number of Poles: 3P (3NO)

  • Mechanical Durability: Up to 10 million operations

  • Electrical Durability: Up to 1 million operations (AC-3)

  • Operating Temperature: -5°C to +55°C

  • Compliance Standards: IEC 60947-4-1

4. Applications

The LC1E40M5 contactor is widely used in various industrial and commercial applications, such as:

  • Motor Control – Effective switching and protection for motors

  • HVAC Systems – Controlling air conditioning, fans, and compressors

  • Pumping Systems – Managing water and fluid pumps

  • Lighting Circuits – Handling high-power lighting installations

  • Industrial Automation – Integrated into control panels for automated processes

5. Benefits

  • Reliable and Durable Performance – Ensures longevity in industrial use

  • Compact & Space-Saving Design – Ideal for control panel installations

  • Versatile Usage – Supports multiple power switching applications

  • Quick Installation & Maintenance – Simple wiring and easy replacement

  • Seamless Compatibility – Works with Schneider overload relays for enhanced motor protection

Additional information

brands

Schneider Electric

Specifications

Main
Range Easy TeSys
Range of product Easy TeSys Control
Product or component type Contactor
Device short name LC1E
Contactor application Motor control Resistive load
Utilisation category AC-3 AC-3e AC-1
Poles description 3P
[Ue] rated operational voltage Power circuit: <= 690 V AC 50/60 Hz
[Ie] rated operational current 40 A (at <55 °C) at <= 440 V AC AC-3 for power circuit 40 A (at <55 °C) at <= 440 V AC AC-3e for power circuit 60 A (at <55 °C) at <= 440 V AC AC-1 for power circuit
[Uc] control circuit voltage 220 V AC 50 Hz
Complementary
Motor power kW 18.5 kW at 380...400 V 11 kW at 220...230 V AC 50/60 Hz 22 kW at 415 V 22 kW at 440 V 22 kW at 500 V 30 kW at 660...690 V
Pole contact composition 3 NO
[Ith] conventional free air thermal current 60 A (at 55 °C) for power circuit
Irms rated making capacity 400 A at 440 V AC for power circuit conforming to IEC 60947-4-1
Rated breaking capacity 320 A at 440 V for power circuit conforming to IEC 60947
[Icw] rated short-time withstand current 320 A 40 °C - 10 s for power circuit 165 A 40 °C - 60 s for power circuit 72 A 40 °C - 600 s for power circuit
Associated fuse rating 10 A gG at <= 690 V coordination type 1 for control circuit conforming to IEC 60947-5-1 80 A gG at <= 690 V coordination type 1 for power circuit
Average impedance 1.5 mOhm - Ith 60 A 50 Hz for power circuit
Power dissipation per pole 2.4 W AC-3 5.4 W AC-1
[Ui] rated insulation voltage 690 V conforming to IEC 60947-4-1
Overvoltage category III
pollution degree 3
[Uimp] rated impulse withstand voltage 6 kV coil not connected to the power circuit conforming to IEC 60947
Mechanical durability 5000000 cycles
Electrical durability 350000 cycles AC-1 900000 cycles AC-3
Control circuit type AC at 50 Hz
Control circuit voltage limits 0.85...1.1 Uc (-5…55 °C):operational 50 Hz 0.3...0.6 Uc (-5…55 °C):drop-out 50 Hz
Inrush power in VA 160 VA 50 Hz cos phi 0.75 (at 20 °C) 140 VA 60 Hz cos phi 0.75 (at 20 °C)
Hold-in power consumption in VA 15 VA 50 Hz cos phi 0.3 (at 20 °C) 13 VA 60 Hz cos phi 0.3 (at 20 °C)
Heat dissipation 6…10 W for control circuit
Operating time 20...26 ms on closing 8...12 ms on opening
Maximum operating rate 1200 cyc/h 55 °C
Connections - terminals Control circuit: screw clamp terminals 1 1…4 mm² - cable stiffness: flexible without cable end Control circuit: screw clamp terminals 2 1…4 mm² - cable stiffness: flexible without cable end Control circuit: screw clamp terminals 1 1…4 mm² - cable stiffness: flexible with cable end Control circuit: screw clamp terminals 2 1…2.5 mm² - cable stiffness: flexible with cable end Control circuit: screw clamp terminals 1 1…4 mm² - cable stiffness: solid without cable end Control circuit: screw clamp terminals 2 1…4 mm² - cable stiffness: solid without cable end Power circuit: screw clamp terminals 1 2.5…25 mm² - cable stiffness: flexible with cable end Power circuit: screw clamp terminals 2 2.5…10 mm² - cable stiffness: flexible with cable end Power circuit: screw clamp terminals 1 2.5…25 mm² - cable stiffness: solid without cable end Power circuit: screw clamp terminals 2 2.5…16 mm² - cable stiffness: solid without cable end
Tightening torque Control circuit: 1.2 N.m Power circuit: 5 N.m
Auxiliary contact composition 1 NO + 1 NC
Minimum switching voltage 17 V for control circuit
Minimum switching current 5 mA for control circuit
Insulation resistance > 10 MOhm for control circuit
Non-overlap time 1.5 ms on energisation guaranteed between NC and NO contact 1.5 ms on de-energisation guaranteed between NC and NO contact
Mounting support Plate DIN rail
Environment
Standards IEC 60947-1 IEC 60947-4-1 IEC 60947-5-1
Product certifications EAC CE
IP degree of protection IP2X conforming to IEC 60529
Protective treatment TH (pollution degree 3) conforming to IEC 60068-2-30 test Db
Permissible ambient air temperature around the device -20…70 °C at Uc -60…80 °C storage -5…55 °C operation
Operating altitude 3000 m without derating
Fire resistance 850 °C conforming to IEC 60695-2-1
Mechanical robustness Vibrations contactor open (1.5 Gn, 5...300 Hz) Vibrations contactor closed (3 Gn, 5...300 Hz) Shocks contactor open (6 Gn for 11 ms) Shocks contactor closed (7 Gn for 11 ms)
Height 127 mm
Width 75 mm
Depth 114 mm
Net weight 0.98 kg
Packing Units
Unit Type of Package 1 PCE
Number of Units in Package 1 1
Package 1 Height 8.2 cm
Package 1 Width 12.4 cm
Package 1 Length 13.4 cm
Package 1 Weight 975.0 g
Unit Type of Package 2 S02
Number of Units in Package 2 9
Package 2 Height 15 cm
Package 2 Width 30 cm
Package 2 Length 40 cm
Package 2 Weight 9.168 kg
Contractual warranty
Warranty 18 months

Main documents

Main documents

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Product datasheet LC1E40M5
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Main documents

Datasheet Download Datasheet
Product datasheet LC1E40M5
Instruction sheet
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Catalogue
Download
CAD Files
Download
Environmental disclosure Download

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