LC1F185 | TeSys F contactor – 3P(3 NO)-AC-3 <= 440V 185A with coil LX9 - 24...600V AC 40/400Hz, LX4 - 24...460V DC, LXE - 100...250V AC 50/60Hz or 100…380V DC - Schneider Electric
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Looking for the LC1F185 | TeSys F contactor – 3P(3 NO)-AC-3 <= 440V 185A with coil LX9 - 24...600V AC 40/400Hz, LX4 - 24...460V DC, LXE - 100...250V AC 50/60Hz or 100…380V DC? This genuine Schneider Electric contactor from the TeSys range is built for motor control and switching, combining proven reliability with full compliance to applicable IEC/IS standards. Key ratings include 275 A, <= 690 V AC 50/60 Hz, 3P. Order part number LC1F185 from myelectric.in — a trusted Schneider Electric supplier offering competitive pricing, GST billing, and shipping across India and overseas.
📋 Technical Specifications
| Product | |
| Brand | Schneider Electric |
| Part Number / SKU | LC1F185 |
| Category | Contactor |
| Main | |
| Range | TeSys |
| Product name | TeSys F |
| Product or component type | Contactor |
| Device short name | LC1F |
| Contactor application | Resistive load Motor control |
| Utilisation category | AC-3 AC-4 AC-1 |
| Poles description | 3P |
| power pole contact composition | 3 NO |
| [Ue] rated operational voltage | <= 690 V AC 50/60 Hz <= 460 V DC |
| [Ie] rated operational current | 275 A (at <40 °C) at <= 440 V AC-1 185 A (at <55 °C) at <= 440 V AC-3 |
| Motor power kW | 100 kW at 415 V AC 50/60 Hz (AC-3) 100 kW at 440 V AC 50/60 Hz (AC-3) 110 kW at 500 V AC 50/60 Hz (AC-3) 90 kW at 380…400 V AC 50/60 Hz (AC-3) 55 kW at 220…240 V AC 50/60 Hz (AC-3) 110 kW at 660…690 V AC 50/60 Hz (AC-3) 33 kW at 400 V AC 50/60 Hz (AC-4) |
| Complementary | |
| [Uc] control circuit voltage | 24…575 V AC 40…400 Hz with LX9 coil 24…460 V DC with LX4 coil 100…250 V AC 50/60 Hz with LXE coil 100…380 V DC with LXE coil |
| [Uimp] rated impulse withstand voltage | 8 kV |
| Overvoltage category | III |
| [Ith] conventional free air thermal current | 275 A (at 40 °C) |
| Irms rated making capacity | 1850 A conforming to IEC 60947-4-1 |
| Rated breaking capacity | 1480 A conforming to IEC 60947-4-1 |
| [Icw] rated short-time withstand current | 1500 A 40 °C – 10 s 920 A 40 °C – 30 s 740 A 40 °C – 1 min 500 A 40 °C – 3 min 400 A 40 °C – 10 min |
| Associated fuse rating | 200 A aM at <= 440 V 315 A gG at <= 440 V |
| Average impedance | 0.33 mOhm – Ith 275 A 50 Hz |
| [Ui] rated insulation voltage | 1000 V conforming to IEC 60947-4-1 1500 V conforming to VDE 0110 group C |
| Power dissipation per pole | 25 W AC-1 12 W AC-3 |
| Control circuit voltage limits | Operational: 0.85…1.1 Uc AC 40…400 Hz with LX9 coil Drop-out: 0.2…0.55 Uc AC 40…400 Hz with LX9 coil Operational: 0.85…1.1 Uc DC with LX4 coil Drop-out: 0.15…0.2 Uc DC with LX4 coil Operational: 85…275 V AC 50/60 Hz with LXE coil Drop-out: 0…60 V AC 50/60 Hz with LXE coil Operational: 85…418 V DC with LXE coil Drop-out: 0…45 V DC with LXE coil |
| Heat dissipation | 8…9.8 W 2.2…2.5 W |
| Operating time | 35 ms closing for with LX9 coil 130 ms opening for with LX9 coil 30…40 ms closing for with LX4 coil 30…50 ms opening for with LX4 coil 40…80 ms closing for with LXE coil 6…54 ms opening for with LXE coil |
| Mounting support | Plate |
| Standards | IEC 60947-4-1 EN 60947-1 JIS C8201-4-1 EN 60947-4-1 IEC 60947-1 |
| Product certifications | ABS LROS (Lloyds register of shipping) RINA CSA CB UL BV RMRoS DNV UKCA |
| Connections – terminals | Power circuit: bar 2 cable(s) – busbar cross section: 25 x 3 mm Power circuit: lugs-ring terminals 1 cable(s) 150 mm² Power circuit: connector 1 cable(s) 150 mm² Power circuit: bolted connection Control circuit: screw clamp terminals 1 cable(s) 1…4 mm²flexible without cable end Control circuit: screw clamp terminals 2 cable(s) 1…4 mm²flexible with cable end Control circuit: screw clamp terminals 1 cable(s) 1…4 mm²flexible with cable end Control circuit: screw clamp terminals 2 cable(s) 1…2.5 mm²solid without cable end Control circuit: screw clamp terminals 1 cable(s) 1…4 mm² Control circuit: screw clamp terminals 2 cable(s) 1…4 mm² Control circuit: screw clamp terminals 1.0 cable(s) 0.2…2.5 mm²flexible without cable end Control circuit: screw clamp terminals 1.0 cable(s) 0.25…2.5 mm²flexible with cable end Control circuit: screw clamp terminals 1.0 cable(s) 0.2…2.5 mm²solid without cable end |
| Tightening torque | Power circuit: 18 N.m Control circuit: 1.2 N.m Control circuit: 0.6 N.m |
| Mechanical durability | 10 Mcycles |
| Inrush power in VA | 950…1180 VA, 40…400 Hz cos phi 0.9 (at 20 °C)with LX9 coil 737…902 VA (at 20 °C)with LX4 coil 280…310 VA, 50/60 Hz cos phi 0.5 (at 20 °C)with LXE coil 270…320 VA (at 20 °C)with LXE coil |
| Hold-in power consumption in VA | 8.9…10.9 VA, 40…400 Hz cos phi 0.9 (at 20 °C)with LX9 coil 4.13…5.07 VA (at 20 °C)with LX4 coil 4.5…7.0 VA, 50/60 Hz cos phi 0.5 (at 20 °C)with LXE coil 2.5…4.0 VA (at 20 °C)with LXE coil |
| Compatibility code | LC1F |
| Environment | |
| IP degree of protection | IP2X front face with shrouds conforming to IEC 60529 IP2X front face with shrouds conforming to VDE 0106 |
| Protective treatment | TH |
| Ambient air temperature for operation | -5…55 °C |
| Ambient air temperature for storage | -60…80 °C |
| Permissible ambient air temperature around the device | -40…70 °C |
| Mechanical robustness | Vibrations contactor open: 2 Gn, 5…300 Hz Vibrations contactor closed: 5 Gn, 5…300 Hz Shocks contactor open: 7 Gn for 1/2 sine wave (11 ms) Shocks contactor closed: 15 Gn for 1/2 sine wave (11 ms) |
| Height | 174 mm |
| Width | 168.5 mm |
| Depth | 181 mm |
| Product weight | 5.45 kg |
| Colour | – |
| Packing Units | |
| Unit Type of Package 1 | PCE |
| Number of Units in Package 1 | 1 |
| Package 1 Height | 24.000 cm |
| Package 1 Width | 27.000 cm |
| Package 1 Length | 25.000 cm |
| Package 1 Weight | 4.379 kg |
| Unit Type of Package 2 | P06 |
| Number of Units in Package 2 | 12 |
| Package 2 Height | 75.000 cm |
| Package 2 Width | 60.000 cm |
| Package 2 Length | 80.000 cm |
| Package 2 Weight | 61.048 kg |
| Contractual warranty | |
| Warranty (in months) | 18 |
⚡ Key Features
- 185 A AC-3 rated — suits up to a 90 kW squirrel-cage induction motor at 415V for direct-on-line (DOL) starting and running.
- 24–600V AC coil — connects directly to pushbutton station, PLC digital output, or timer relay; suitable for standard 50Hz Indian industrial control circuits.
- 3 Poles main contacts with silver-alloy (AgSnO₂) tips — rated for AC-3 duty (DOL motor starting/stopping); low contact resistance reduces heat at rated current.
- Main contacts rated up to 440V AC — compatible with 415V AC three-phase Indian supply and 480V AC North American systems.
- TeSys F heavy-duty series — reinforced contacts for high-current motor, capacitor bank, and resistive load switching beyond TeSys D current range.
- 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.
- Worldwide export available — UAE, Singapore, UK, USA, Sri Lanka & more. Contact +91 94814 00316 for bulk pricing and international shipping.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the LC1F185 rated 185 A for AC-3 motor duty or AC-1 resistive duty?
A: The 185 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: The LC1F185 has a coil voltage of 24–600V AC — what control supply is needed?
A: This Schneider Electric device requires a 24–600V AC control supply connected to the coil terminals (A1 and A2). For AC coils, ensure the control circuit voltage is stable — voltage drops below 85% of rated coil voltage can cause chatter and coil overheating. Always fit a surge suppressor across the coil when switching with a PLC or solid-state relay.
Q: What circuit can the 3 NO (Normally Open) contacts of the LC1F185 switch at 440V AC?
A: The 3 NO (Normally Open) contacts on the LC1F185 are rated for switching at up to 440V AC. These auxiliary contacts are typically used for: (1) indication lamps and buzzers, (2) PLC input feedback to confirm device state, (3) interlocking with other contactors or relays in control circuits. Check the current rating of the auxiliary contact (typically 10A at 250V AC) — do not use for power load switching.
Q: Can multiple LC1F185 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 LC1F185?
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.












