The Schneider Electric LC1D18 220V 18A is a TeSys D-line contactor from the globally recognized and highly versatile TeSys D series. It is an electromechanical switching device designed for remote control of electrical power circuits, specifically optimized for operation with a 220V AC control coil.
Specifications
Parameter Specification
Product Range TeSys D (LC1D Series)
Device Type Electromechanical Contactor
Model LC1D18
Coil Voltage / Type 220 Volts AC (220V AC), 50/60 Hz
Rated Operational Current (Ie) @ AC-3 18 A at 380-440V AC. This is its standard motor switching capacity.
Rated Operational Power (P) @ AC-3 7.5 kW (10 HP) at 400V AC.
Utilization Categories (IEC/EN 60947-4-1) AC-1: Non-inductive loads — 40A.
AC-3: Squirrel-cage motors (starting, stopping) — 18A.
AC-4: Squirrel-cage motors (plugging, inching) — 12.5A.
Thermal Current (Ith) 25 A
Rated Insulation Voltage (Ui) 690V AC
Rated Operational Voltage (Ue) Up to 690V AC
Number & Type of Main Poles 3 Normally Open (3NO) power contacts (for 3-phase control). *Other configurations like 4-pole (3NO+1NO) or NO+NC are available.*
Control Coil Power Consumption Pick-up (Inrush): ~ 60 VA
Holding (Sealed): ~ 8 VA
Mechanical Life 10 to 30 million operations.
Electrical Life AC-3: 1.5 to 3 million operations at rated current.
Operate/Release Time Typically ≤ 20 ms / ≤ 15 ms.
Mounting Snap-on mounting to 35mm symmetrical DIN rail (EN 60715) or screw mounting.
Terminals Screw clamp terminals for power and control wiring.
Wire Range (Main/Control) Typically up to 16 mm² / 2.5 mm² (copper).
Ambient Temperature -25°C to +60°C (operation), -40°C to +85°C (storage).
Standards Compliance IEC/EN 60947-4-1, UL 508, CSA C22.2 No. 14.
Weight ~ 0.3 kg.