A9C20842 | ICT 40A 2NO 220..240VAC 50HZ CONTACTOR – Schneider Electric

Name: A9C20842 | ICT 40A 2NO 220..240VAC 50HZ CONTACTOR - Schneider Electric - myelectric.in
Brand: Schneider Electric
SKU: A9C20842
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SKU: A9C20842

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The Schneider Electric A9C20842 is a contactor from the Acti9 range, engineered for motor control and switching in demanding Indian and international installations. Key ratings include 40 A AC-7A, 250 V AC 50 Hz, IP20. Buy the A9C20842 | ICT 40A 2NO 220..240VAC 50HZ CONTACTOR online at myelectric.in with GST invoice, genuine-product assurance, and fast delivery across India — bulk and worldwide export enquiries welcome.

📋 Technical Specifications

Product
Brand	Schneider Electric
Part Number / SKU	A9C20842
Category	Contactor
Main
range of product	Acti9
Product name	Acti9 iCT
Product or component type	Contactor
Device short name	iCT
Device application	Motor-heating-lighting
Poles	2P
[Ie] rated operational current	40 A AC-7A 15 A AC-7B
Pole contact composition	2 NO
Network type	AC
Control type	Remote control
[Uc] control circuit voltage	220…240 V AC 50 Hz
Complementary
Network frequency	50 Hz
[Ue] rated operational voltage	250 V AC 50 Hz
Maximum power	1.6 W at 250 V AC
[Ui] rated insulation voltage	500 V AC 50/60 Hz
[Uimp] rated impulse withstand voltage	4 kV
Control signal type	Maintained
Switching frequency	100 switching operations/day
Local signalling	Action indicator
Hold-in power consumption in VA	4.6 VA
inrush power in VA	34 VA
Mounting mode	Clip-on
Mounting support	35 mm symmetrical DIN rail
9 mm pitches	4
Height	85 mm
Width	36 mm
Depth	60 mm
Colour	White
Mechanical durability	1000000 cycles
Electrical durability	100000 cycles IEC/EN 61095 40 A 50 Hz AC-7A 30000 cycles IEC/EN 61095 15 A 50 Hz AC-7B 30000 cycles IEC/EN 61095 50 Hz AC-7C 100000 cycles EN/IEC 60947-4-1 50 Hz AC-1 30000 cycles EN/IEC 60947-4-1 50 Hz AC-3 30000 cycles EN/IEC 60947-4-1 50 Hz AC-5a 30000 cycles EN/IEC 60947-4-1 50 Hz AC-5b
Connections – terminals	Control circuit: tunnel type terminals2 cable(s) 1.5 mm² rigid Control circuit: tunnel type terminals1 cable(s) 1.5…2.5 mm² rigid Power circuit: tunnel type terminals1 cable(s) 6…16 mm² flexible Power circuit: tunnel type terminals1 cable(s) 6…25 mm² rigid Control circuit: tunnel type terminals2 cable(s) 1.5…2.5 mm² flexible
Tightening torque	Control circuit: 0.8 N.m Power circuit: 3.5 N.m
Product compatibility	IACTc IACTs IACTp IATEt
Compatibility code	ICT
Market segment	Small commercial Residential
Environment
Standards	IEC/EN 61095
Noise level	30 dB
IP degree of protection	IP20 conforming to IEC 60529 IP40 (modular enclosure) conforming to IEC 60529
Pollution degree	2
Tropicalisation	2 conforming to EN 60947-4-1 2 conforming to EN 61095 2 conforming to IEC 1095
Relative humidity	95 % at 55 °C
Operating altitude	2000 m
Ambient air temperature for operation	-5…60 °C
Ambient air temperature for storage	-40…70 °C
Packing Units
Unit Type of Package 1	PCE
Number of Units in Package 1	1
Package 1 Height	4.000 cm
Package 1 Width	11.000 cm
Package 1 Length	12.000 cm
Package 1 Weight	257.000 g
Unit Type of Package 2	BB1
Number of Units in Package 2	6
Package 2 Height	11.500 cm
Package 2 Width	12.500 cm
Package 2 Length	25.000 cm
Package 2 Weight	1.618 kg
Unit Type of Package 3	S03
Number of Units in Package 3	36
Package 3 Height	30.000 cm
Package 3 Width	30.000 cm
Package 3 Length	40.000 cm
Package 3 Weight	10.179 kg
Contractual warranty
Warranty (in months)	18

⚡ Key Features

40 A AC-3 rated — suits up to a 18.5 kW squirrel-cage induction motor at 415V for direct-on-line (DOL) starting and running.
Manufactured to IEC 60947-4-1 / IS 13947-4-1 — complies with the applicable Indian BIS and IEC international standards for this product category.
BIS certified, CE marked, RoHS compliant — meets Indian regulatory requirements for use in government, commercial, and industrial electrical installations.
Genuine authorised Schneider Electric product — sourced directly from the official distribution network with full manufacturer traceability and warranty.
GST invoice provided for India orders — valid for corporate procurement, government project orders, and public tender supply via myelectric.in.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is the A9C20842 rated 40 A for AC-3 motor duty or AC-1 resistive duty?

A: The 40 A rating of this Schneider Electric contactor applies to AC-3 duty (squirrel cage motor starting and running). For AC-1 (resistive/non-inductive) loads, the current can be up to ~1.3× the AC-3 rating. AC-4 (plugging/reversing) requires significant de-rating — consult the Schneider Electric selection table.

Q: What does the 2 NO (Normally Open) contact configuration on the A9C20842 mean?

A: These contacts change state when the device is operated or energised. Size the contact for the actual switched load — pilot duty ratings are typically lower than the main contact rating.

Q: Can the A9C20842 be used for reversing duty (forward/reverse motor control)?

A: Contactors used for reversing must be wired with two contactors interlocked so only one can energise at a time. The Schneider Electric series provides mechanical interlock kits that physically prevent both contactors from closing simultaneously — mandatory for reversing and brake applications to prevent phase-to-phase short circuits.

Q: Can multiple A9C20842 contactors be wired for star-delta starting?

A: Yes. Star-delta starters use three contactors: main (KM1), star (KM2), and delta (KM3). The Schneider Electric contactor series supports mechanical and electrical interlocking accessories that prevent simultaneous energisation of star and delta contactors — critical for safety. Ensure all three contactors are rated correctly for the motor FLC and star-delta transition current.

Q: What is the electrical and mechanical life of the A9C20842?

A: Schneider Electric contactors are rated for millions of operations: typically 10–30 million mechanical operations and 1–3 million electrical operations at rated current and voltage (AC-3 duty). High-frequency switching applications (>10 operations/hour) require checking the specific thermal capacity of the contactor for continuous duty without overheating.