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- LC1E3801M5
- Model no
- LC1E
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Schneider Electric LC1E3801M5 Easy TeSys 3-Pole 38A 440V AC Contactor
Description
About the LC1E
About the LC1E
The Schneider Electric LC1E3801M5 is an Easy TeSys series 3-pole AC contactor rated at 38A and 440V, designed for motor control and industrial load switching applications. This power contactor delivers dependable performance in AC-3 and AC-1 utilization categories, making it a trusted choice for engineers and panel builders requiring compact, robust switching in automation and motor starter assemblies.
Applications & Use Cases
- Motor Control: Ideal for direct-on-line motor starters controlling three-phase induction motors up to 38A.
- Industrial Automation: Suitable for use in control panels, machine tools, conveyors, pumps, and HVAC systems requiring reliable power switching.
- Motor Starter Assemblies: Compatible with thermal overload relays for complete motor protection starter combinations.
- AC Switching Loads: Handles resistive and inductive AC-1 and AC-3 load switching in commercial and industrial environments.
Specification
Full specification
Main 10
| Range | Easy TeSys |
|---|---|
| Range of product | Easy TeSys Control |
| Product or component type | Contactor |
| Device short name | LC1E |
| Contactor application | Motor control Resistive load |
| Utilisation category | AC-3 AC-3e AC-1 |
| Poles description | 3P |
| [Ue] rated operational voltage | Power circuit: <= 690 V AC 50/60 Hz |
| [Ie] rated operational current | 38 A (at <55 °C) at <= 440 V AC AC-3 for power circuit 38 A (at <55 °C) at <= 440 V AC AC-3e for power circuit 50 A (at <55 °C) at <= 440 V AC AC-1 for power circuit |
| [Uc] control circuit voltage | 220 V AC 50 Hz |
Complementary 30
| Motor power kW | 9 kW at 220/230 V AC 18.5 kW at 380/400 V AC 18.5 kW at 415/440 V AC 50/60 Hz 18.5 kW at 500 V AC 18.5 kW at 660/690 V AC 18.5 kW at 440 V |
|---|---|
| Pole contact composition | 3 NO |
| [Ith] conventional free air thermal current | 50 A (at 55 °C) for power circuit |
| Irms rated making capacity | 494 A at 440 V AC for power circuit conforming to IEC 60947-4-1 |
| Rated breaking capacity | 323 A at 440 V for power circuit conforming to IEC 60947 |
| [Icw] rated short-time withstand current | 310 A 40 °C - 10 s for power circuit 150 A 40 °C - 60 s for power circuit 60 A 40 °C - 600 s for power circuit |
| Associated fuse rating | 63 A gG at <= 690 V coordination type 1 for power circuit 10 A gG at <= 690 V for auxiliary contact circuit conforming to IEC 60947-5-1 |
| Average impedance | 2.5 mOhm - Ith 50 A 50 Hz for power circuit |
| Power dissipation per pole | 2.9 W AC-3 5 W AC-1 |
| [Ui] rated insulation voltage | 690 V conforming to IEC 60947-4-1 |
| Overvoltage category | III |
| Pollution degree | 3 |
| [Uimp] rated impulse withstand voltage | 6 kV coil not connected to the power circuit conforming to IEC 60947 |
| Mechanical durability | 8000000 cycles |
| Electrical durability | 350000 cycles AC-1 900000 cycles AC-3 |
| Control circuit type | AC at 50 Hz |
| Control circuit voltage limits | 0.85...1.1 Uc (-5...55 °C):operational 50 Hz 0.3...0.6 Uc (-5...55 °C):drop-out 50 Hz |
| Inrush power in VA | 95 VA 50 Hz cos phi 0.75 (at 20 °C) 95 VA 60 Hz cos phi 0.75 (at 20 °C) |
| Hold-in power consumption in VA | 8.3 VA 50 Hz cos phi 0.3 (at 20 °C) 8.5 VA 60 Hz cos phi 0.3 (at 20 °C) |
| Heat dissipation | 2...3 W for control circuit |
| Operating time | 12...22 ms on closing 4...19 ms on opening |
| Maximum operating rate | 1800 cyc/h 60 °C |
| Connections - terminals | Power circuit: screw clamp terminals 1 1...6 mm2 - cable stiffness: flexible without cable end Power circuit: screw clamp terminals 2 1...4 mm2 - cable stiffness: flexible without cable end Power circuit: screw clamp terminals 1 1.5...10 mm2 - cable stiffness: flexible with cable end Power circuit: screw clamp terminals 2 1.5...6 mm2 - cable stiffness: flexible with cable end Power circuit: screw clamp terminals 1 1.5...10 mm2 - cable stiffness: solid without cable end Power circuit: screw clamp terminals 2 1.5...6 mm2 - cable stiffness: solid without cable end Control circuit: screw clamp terminals 1 1...4 mm2 - cable stiffness: flexible without cable end Control circuit: screw clamp terminals 2 1...2.5 mm2 - cable stiffness: flexible without cable end Control circuit: screw clamp terminals 1 1...4 mm2 - cable stiffness: flexible with cable end Control circuit: screw clamp terminals 2 1...4 mm2 - cable stiffness: flexible with cable end Control circuit: screw clamp terminals 1 1...4 mm2 - cable stiffness: solid without cable end Control circuit: screw clamp terminals 2 1...4 mm2 - cable stiffness: solid without cable end |
| Tightening torque | Control circuit: 1.2 N.m Power circuit: 2.1 N.m |
| Auxiliary contact composition | 1 NC |
| Minimum switching voltage | 17 V for auxiliary contact circuit |
| Minimum switching current | 5 mA for auxiliary contact circuit |
| Insulation resistance | > 10 MOhm for auxiliary contact circuit |
| Non-overlap time | 1.5 ms on energisation guaranteed between NC and NO contact 1.5 ms on de-energisation guaranteed between NC and NO contact |
| Mounting support | Plate DIN rail |
Environment 12
| Standards | EN/IEC 60947-1 EN/IEC 60947-4-1 EN/IEC 60947-5-1 GB/T 14048.1 GB/T 14048.4 GB/T 14048.5 EN/IEC 60335-1:Clause 30.2 EN/IEC 60335-2-40:Annex JJ IS/IEC 60947-1 IS/IEC 60947-4-1 IS/IEC 60947-5-1 |
|---|---|
| Product certifications | CB Scheme CCC CE EAC BIS |
| IP degree of protection | IP2X conforming to IEC 60529 |
| Protective treatment | TH (pollution degree 3) conforming to IEC 60068-2-30 test Db |
| Permissible ambient air temperature around the device | -20...70 °C at Uc -60...80 °C storage -5...55 °C operation |
| Operating altitude | 3000 m without derating |
| Fire resistance | 850 °C conforming to IEC 60695-2-1 |
| Mechanical robustness | Vibrations contactor open (1.5 Gn, 5...300 Hz) Vibrations contactor closed (3 Gn, 5...300 Hz) Shocks contactor closed (10 Gn for 11 ms) Shocks contactor open (6 Gn for 11 ms) |
| Height | 84 mm |
| Width | 56 mm |
| Depth | 86 mm |
| Net weight | 0.45 kg |
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Identification 7
| Part number | LC1E3801M5 |
|---|---|
| Type designation | LC1E |
| Brand | Schneider Electric |
| Condition | New, factory sealed |
| Source | Schneider Electric and its authorised distributors |
| Warranty | Manufacturer warranty |
| Lifecycle status | Active, in production |
Contractual warranty 1
| Warranty (in months) | 18 |
|---|
Logistics 16
| Unit Type of Package 1 | PCE |
|---|---|
| Number of Units in Package 1 | 1 |
| Package 1 Height | 5.800 cm |
| Package 1 Width | 8.600 cm |
| Package 1 Length | 9.300 cm |
| Package 1 Weight | 448.000 g |
| Unit Type of Package 2 | S02 |
| Number of Units in Package 2 | 24 |
| Package 2 Height | 15.000 cm |
| Package 2 Width | 30.000 cm |
| Package 2 Length | 40.000 cm |
| Package 2 Weight | 11.167 kg |
| Shipping weight | 0.45 kg |
| Ships from | Türkiye |
| Dispatch | 16 Nov |
| Stock | In stock |
Source: manufacturer data · Last verified: 29 Oct 2026
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Quick answers
Questions about the LC1E
What is the rated current of LC1E?
The rated current of LC1E is 38 A.
Which supply voltage is LC1E rated for?
The rated operational voltage of LC1E is 440 V AC.
What is the HS code of LC1E for customs?
The tariff (HS) code on file for LC1E is 85365080.
Where does LC1E ship from, and how fast?
LC1E ships from Türkiye. Shipping calculated at checkout · import duties and taxes paid on arrival. Stock items are dispatched within 1–2 business days.
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