Schneider LC1D38BD Contactor, TeSys Deca 3P 38A 18.5kW 24VAC 1NO+1NC

The Schneider Electric LC1D38BD is a TeSys D 3-pole contactor designed for motor control and resistive load switching, rated at 38 A (AC-3) at up to 440 V AC with a 24 V DC standard coil.

Technical specifications:

• Commercial reference: LC1D38BD
• Manufacturer: Schneider Electric
• EAN:
• Series / range: TeSys D / TeSys Deca
• Number of poles: 3P (3 NO)
• Rated current (Ie): 38 A at 440 V AC (AC-3); 50 A at 440 V AC (AC-1)
• Rated supply voltage (Ue): up to 690 V AC (25-400 Hz); up to 300 V DC
• Control circuit voltage (Uc): 24 V DC
• Usage categories: AC-1, AC-3, AC-3e, AC-4
• Motor power: 18.5 kW at 380-400 V AC 50/60 Hz (AC-3)
• Auxiliary contact composition: 1 NO + 1 NC
• Rated insulation voltage (Ui): 690 V per IEC 60947-4-1; 600 V UL/CSA
• Rated impulse withstand voltage (Uimp): 6 kV per IEC 60947
• Breaking capacity (Irms): 550 A at 440 V per IEC 60947
• Mechanical durability: 30 million operating cycles
• Electrical durability: 1.4 million cycles at 38 A AC-3 at up to 440 V
• Maximum operating rate: 3600 cycles/h at 60 °C
• Coil technology: built-in bidirectional limiter
• Opening/closing time: 20 ms (opening); 63 ms (closing)
• Power circuit connection: screw terminals, 2.5-10 mm²
• Control circuit connection: screw terminals, 1-4 mm²
• Tightening torque: 2.5 N.m (power circuit); 1.7 N.m (control circuit)
• Pollution degree: 3
• Overvoltage category: III

Features and benefits:

• Rated for up to 38 A AC-3 motor switching, suitable for motors up to 18.5 kW at 400 V
• Built-in bidirectional coil voltage limiter for reliable DC control at 24 V
• High mechanical durability of 30 million cycles ensures long service life
• Compatible with LC1D accessory range for flexible system configuration
• Wide conductor range on power terminals (2.5-10 mm²) simplifies installation
• Integrated 1 NO + 1 NC auxiliary contact for control and feedback circuits

Applications:

• Three-phase motor starting and stopping in industrial automation panels
• Resistive load switching in commercial and industrial distribution boards
• Machine control circuits requiring frequent switching operations
• Motor control centers (MCC) with up to 18.5 kW motor ratings

Compliant with IEC 60947-4-1 and IEC 60947-5-1. Part of the Schneider Electric TeSys D range.

Also known as: Schneider LC1D38BD, Schneider Electric LC1D38BD, TeSys D 38A contactor, 24V DC coil motor contactor.