The ABE7H16S43 is an auxiliary contact block (also known as an add-on contact or signaling contact block) from Schneider Electric's Harmony component series. It is designed to be mechanically attached to the side of compatible TeSys D-line contactors and starters (such as the LC1D series) to provide additional normally open (NO) and normally closed (NC) contacts for control and signaling circuits.
Specifications:
Parameter Specification
Product Range Harmony / TeSys D (Accessories)
Device Type Side-mounted Auxiliary Contact Block (Add-on Block)
Contact Configuration 4 NO (Normally Open) + 2 NC (Normally Closed)
(This is the specific configuration indicated by the code H16S43).
Rated Operational Voltage (Ue) 690 V AC / 600 V AC
Rated Thermal Current (Ith) 10 A
Utilization Category AC-15: 3 A @ 240V AC
DC-13: 0.15 A @ 24V DC
(For control circuit switching of relays, contactor coils, indicators)
Mechanical Life 10,000,000 operations
Electrical Life 500,000 operations (at rated current AC-15)
Terminal Type Screw Clamp
Compatible Main Devices Designed for attachment to TeSys D-line contactors and starters (e.g., LC1D, LP1D series). Specific compatibility depends on the frame size. This model typically fits Size D contactors.
Mounting Side-mounting, mechanically latches onto the designated side of the compatible contactor without tools.
Connection Wired in parallel to the main contactor coil; its contacts operate simultaneously with the main poles.
Standards & Approvals IEC/EN 60947-5-1, UL 508, CSA, CE