Schneider Electric LC1D38BD TeSys Deca 3-Pole 38A 20HP 480V AC 24VDC Coil Power Contactor

The Schneider Electric LC1D38BD is a TeSys Deca series 3-pole power contactor rated at 38A and 20HP at 480V AC, designed for demanding motor control and industrial switching applications. Featuring a 24V DC coil and a 100 kA short-circuit current rating (SCCR), the LC1D38BD delivers reliable performance in commercial and industrial motor starter panels, machine control systems, and power distribution equipment.

Technical Specifications

Applications & Use Cases

• Motor Control Centers (MCC): Ideal for switching and controlling three-phase AC motors up to 20HP in MCC panels and motor starter assemblies.
• HVAC Systems: Suitable for compressor and fan motor control in commercial HVAC installations operating at 480V AC.
• Industrial Machinery: Used in conveyor drives, pumps, and machine tool control circuits requiring reliable 38A switching capability.
• Power Distribution Panels: Provides dependable load switching with a 100 kA SCCR rating for integration into high-fault-current environments.
• OEM Equipment: Compact form factor and standard LC1D footprint make it a direct-fit replacement for TeSys Deca contactor assemblies.