Product Description

Siemens SIRIUS Power Contactor AC-3e/AC-3 95A, 45kW, 400V, 3-Pole, 230V AC, Size S3 – 3RT2046-1AP00

Product Description

The Siemens 3RT2046-1AP00 is a reliable SIRIUS 3RT2 power contactor designed for switching and controlling three-phase motors and industrial electrical loads. It is rated at 95 A in AC-3e/AC-3 and supports motor applications up to 45 kW at 400 V. The contactor has a robust 3-pole configuration and Size S3 construction for industrial motor-control applications.

The contactor operates with a 230 V AC control voltage at 50 Hz, making it suitable for conventional industrial control circuits. It includes 1 NO + 1 NC auxiliary contacts for control, signaling, feedback and electrical interlocking functions.

The 3RT2046-1AP00 uses screw terminals for electrical connections, providing a secure and practical connection method for control panels and motor starters. The S3-size design is suitable for industrial automation panels, motor control centers and machine-control cabinets.

The contactor has a 1,000 V rated insulation voltage for the main circuit and 690 V for the auxiliary circuit, with rated surge withstand voltages of 8 kV and 6 kV, respectively. Siemens specifies a typical mechanical service life of 10 million operating cycles.

Key Features

• Genuine Siemens SIRIUS Power Contactor

• Article Number: 3RT2046-1AP00

• Product Family: SIRIUS 3RT2

• Utilization Category: AC-3e/AC-3

• Rated Operational Current: 95 A

• Motor Power: 45 kW at 400 V

• Rated Operational Voltage: 400 V

• Number of Poles: 3-pole

• Main Contacts: 3 NO

• Auxiliary Contacts: 1 NO + 1 NC

• Control Voltage: 230 V AC

• Control Frequency: 50 Hz

• Connection Type: Screw Terminal

• Contactor Size: S3

• Main Circuit Insulation Voltage: 1,000 V

• Auxiliary Circuit Insulation Voltage: 690 V

• Main Circuit Surge Withstand Voltage: 8 kV

• Auxiliary Circuit Surge Withstand Voltage: 6 kV

• Typical Mechanical Service Life: 10 million operating cycles

• Operating Ambient Temperature: -25°C to +60°C

• Suitable for industrial motor switching and automation applications

Applications

The Siemens 3RT2046-1AP00 is suitable for:

• Three-phase motor control

• Motor starting and stopping

• Direct-on-line motor starters

• Motor Control Centers (MCC)

• Industrial automation systems

• Machine control panels

• Pump control systems

• Fan and blower control

• Compressor control

• Conveyor systems

• HVAC motor applications

• Manufacturing machinery

• Industrial production equipment

• OEM control cabinets

• Electrical control panels

• Factory automation systems

Benefits

• High 95 A AC-3/AC-3e switching capacity

• Suitable for motors up to 45 kW at 400 V

• Reliable 230 V AC, 50 Hz control coil

• 1 NO + 1 NC auxiliary contacts for control and signaling

• Robust 3-pole construction

• Secure screw-terminal connections

• Durable S3-size design

• High insulation voltage

• High surge withstand capability

• Long mechanical service life

• Suitable for demanding industrial motor-control applications

• Reliable Siemens SIRIUS technology

• Suitable for OEM, panel-building and maintenance applications

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Siemens 3RT2046-1AP00?

The 3RT2046-1AP00 is a Siemens SIRIUS 3RT2 3-pole power contactor rated at 95 A AC-3e/AC-3, suitable for motor applications up to 45 kW at 400 V, with a 230 V AC, 50 Hz control coil.

What is the AC-3 rating?

The contactor has a rated operational current of 95 A at 400 V in AC-3/AC-3e.

What motor power can it handle?

The specified motor power is 45 kW at 400 V.

What is the control voltage?

The control voltage is 230 V AC at 50 Hz.

How many poles does 3RT2046-1AP00 have?

It is a 3-pole power contactor with three main switching contacts.

What auxiliary contacts are included?

The contactor includes 1 NO + 1 NC auxiliary contacts.

What type of terminals does it use?

The 3RT2046-1AP00 uses screw terminals for electrical connections.

What is the contactor size?

The contactor is Size S3.

What is the insulation voltage?

The rated insulation voltage is 1,000 V for the main circuit and 690 V for the auxiliary circuit.

What is the surge withstand voltage?

The rated surge withstand voltage is 8 kV for the main circuit and 6 kV for the auxiliary circuit.

What is the mechanical service life?

The typical mechanical service life of the contactor is 10 million operating cycles.

What is the operating temperature range?

The specified operating ambient temperature range is -25°C to +60°C.

Is 3RT2046-1AP00 suitable for motor applications?

Yes. It is designed for AC-3e/AC-3 motor-switching applications and is rated for 95 A and 45 kW at 400 V. Final selection should be based on the motor's rated current, starting conditions and applicable utilization category.

Where can Siemens 3RT2046-1AP00 be used?

It can be used in motor control centers, industrial automation panels, pumps, fans, compressors, conveyors, HVAC systems, manufacturing machinery and industrial motor-control applications.

Is this contactor suitable for industrial control panels?

Yes. Its 95 A rating, 45 kW motor capacity, 230 V AC coil, 1 NO + 1 NC auxiliary contacts and S3 construction make it suitable for industrial motor-control and automation panels.