Technical Parameters
General
Product Type: AC magnetic contactor
Model: AX18‑30‑01‑80
Series: AX family of contactors
Poles: 3 main power poles
Auxiliary Contacts: 0 Normally Open (NO), 1 Normally Closed (NC)
Electrical Ratings
Rated Operational Current (AC‑3): ~18 A (typical for this size)
Rated Operational Current (AC‑1): Higher capacity for non‑motor loads
Rated Insulation Voltage (Ui): ~690 V AC
Rated Operational Voltage: Up to ~690 V AC (main circuit)
Control (Coil) Voltage:
Variant ‑80 typically indicates coil rated for 220–230 V AC at 50/60 Hz
Other coil voltages may be available in the same series (e.g., 24 V, 110 V, 380–415 V AC)
Control / Coil
Coil Type: AC operated electromagnetic
Coil Frequency: Compatible with 50 Hz and 60 Hz supplies
Coil Operating Range: Designed to operate reliably at the rated coil voltage with standard tolerances
Performance
Motor Rated Operational Power (AC‑3):
Suitable for motors in the range typical for ~18 A contactor frame (e.g., ~4 kW at 400 V AC)
Switching Capacity: Appropriate for general AC loads and motor circuits
Electrical Endurance: Designed for frequent switching operations
Mechanical Endurance: High life expectancy under normal use
Mechanical & Installation
Mounting: DIN‑rail or screw panel mounting
Terminal Type: Screw clamp terminals for main and auxiliary circuits
Contact Material: Industrial‑grade alloy for reliable switching
Compact Construction: Saves panel space
Environmental
Operating Ambient Temperature: Standard industrial range (e.g., −25 °C to +70 °C)
Storage Temperature: Typical extended ambient range
Pollution Degree: Suitable for industrial environments
Standards & Compliance
Designed to meet common low‑voltage control and switching equipment standards (IEC/EN 60947 series)
Applications
Control of three‑phase motors in starters and automation systems
General AC load switching in control panels
Industrial control and power distribution circuits
Integration with overload relays and control logic assemblies
The ABB AX18‑30‑01‑80 is a three‑pole AC contactor designed for industrial and commercial electrical control applications. It is part of ABB’s AX contactor series, providing reliable electromagnetic switching of three‑phase motors and power circuits. This contactor features three main contacts and a built‑in auxiliary contact configuration (typically 0NO + 1NC) for control circuit feedback or signaling functions. The unit is compact in design and supports DIN‑rail or panel mounting, making it suitable for motor starters, automation systems, power switching panels, and general AC load control.