Description

Schneider LC1E3801M5 | Contactor,EasyPact TVS,3P(3NO),AC-3,<=440V,38A,220V AC coil,50Hz,1NC auxiliary contact

Schneider LC1E3801M5 | Contactor, EasyPact TVS, 3P (3NO), AC-3, ≤440V, 38A, 220V AC Coil, 50Hz, 1NC Auxiliary Contact

1. Introduction

The Schneider LC1E3801M5 is a 3-pole (3NO) contactor from the EasyPact TVS series, designed for motor control and power switching in industrial applications. It operates in AC-3 applications up to 440V with a 38A current rating and features a 220V AC coil (50Hz). This model also includes a 1NC (Normally Closed) auxiliary contact for enhanced control and monitoring.

2. Key Features

  • Rated Current: 38A (AC-3)

  • Voltage Rating: ≤440V

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

  • Auxiliary Contact: 1NC (Normally Closed)

  • Coil Voltage: 220V AC, 50Hz

  • Compact and Durable Design for industrial applications

  • High Electrical & Mechanical Durability

  • Easy Integration with Overload Relays

  • Quick Installation & Maintenance

3. Technical Specifications

  • Product Series: EasyPact TVS

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

  • Rated Current (Ie): 38A

  • Operating Voltage: ≤440V

  • Coil Voltage: 220V AC, 50Hz

  • Number of Poles: 3P (3NO)

  • Auxiliary Contact Configuration: 1NC

  • 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 LC1E3801M5 contactor is widely used in industrial and commercial applications, including:

  • Motor Control – Effective switching and protection of motors

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

  • Pumping Systems – Ensuring smooth operation of water and fluid pumps

  • Lighting Control – Handling high-power lighting circuits

  • Industrial Automation – Integration into control panels for automation systems

5. Benefits

  • Reliable and Efficient Performance – Ensures long operational life

  • Compact & Space-Saving Design – Ideal for electrical control panels

  • Versatile Application Range – Suitable for various industrial needs

  • Easy Installation & Wiring – Simplifies setup and maintenance

  • Built-in 1NC Auxiliary Contact – Enhances monitoring and control functions

  • Seamless Compatibility – Works with Schneider overload relays for added 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 38 A (at <55 °C) at <= 440 V AC AC-3 for power circuit 38 A (at <55 °C) at <= 440 V AC AC-3e for power circuit 50 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 500 V 18.5 kW at 660...690 V 9 kW at 220...230 V AC 50/60 Hz 18.5 kW at 380...400 V 18.5 kW at 415 V 18.5 kW at 440 V
Pole contact composition 3 NO
[Ith] conventional free air thermal current 50 A (at 55 °C) for power circuit
Irms rated making capacity 380 A at 440 V AC for power circuit conforming to IEC 60947-4-1
Rated breaking capacity 304 A at 440 V for power circuit conforming to IEC 60947
[Icw] rated short-time withstand current 60 A 40 °C - 600 s for power circuit 310 A 40 °C - 10 s for power circuit 150 A 40 °C - 60 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 63 A gG at <= 690 V coordination type 1 for power circuit
Average impedance 2.5 mOhm - Ith 50 A 50 Hz for power circuit
Power dissipation per pole 2.9 W AC-3 5 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 8000000 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 95 VA 50 Hz cos phi 0.75 (at 20 °C) 95 VA 60 Hz cos phi 0.75 (at 20 °C)
Hold-in power consumption in VA 8.3 VA 50 Hz cos phi 0.3 (at 20 °C) 8.5 VA 60 Hz cos phi 0.3 (at 20 °C)
Heat dissipation 2…3 W for control circuit
Operating time 12...22 ms on closing 4...19 ms on opening
Maximum operating rate 1800 cyc/h 60 °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 1.5…6 mm² - cable stiffness: solid without cable end Power circuit: screw clamp terminals 2 1.5…6 mm² - cable stiffness: solid without cable end Power circuit: screw clamp terminals 1 1…6 mm² - cable stiffness: flexible with cable end Power circuit: screw clamp terminals 2 1…4 mm² - cable stiffness: flexible with cable end
Tightening torque Control circuit: 1.2 N.m Power circuit: 2.1 N.m
Auxiliary contact composition 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 60947-5-1 IEC 60947-4-1
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 closed (10 Gn for 11 ms) Shocks contactor open (6 Gn for 11 ms)
Height 84 mm
Width 56 mm
Depth 86 mm
Net weight 0.45 kg
Packing Units
Unit Type of Package 1 PCE
Number of Units in Package 1 1
Package 1 Height 5.800 cm
Package 1 Width 8.600 cm
Package 1 Length 9.300 cm
Package 1 Weight 448.000 g
Unit Type of Package 2 S02
Number of Units in Package 2 24
Package 2 Height 15.000 cm
Package 2 Width 30.000 cm
Package 2 Length 40.000 cm
Package 2 Weight 11.167 kg
Contractual warranty
Warranty 18 months

Main documents

Main documents

Datasheet Download Datasheet
Product datasheet LC1E3801M5 
Instruction sheet
LC1E3801M5 
Catalog LC1E3801M5 
Environmental disclosure
LC1E3801M5 
CAD Files LC1E3801M5 

Main documents

Datasheet Download Datasheet
Product datasheet LC1E3801M5 
Instruction sheet
LC1E3801M5 
Catalog LC1E3801M5 
Environmental disclosure
LC1E3801M5 
CAD Files LC1E3801M5 

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