Overview
The Siemens 3RT2325-1AV00 is a high-performance 4-pole contactor designed for switching weak or non-inductive loads (AC-1) up to 35 Amperes at 400V / 40°C. This reliable S0 size contactor operates with a 400V AC, 50Hz control supply voltage and includes integrated 1 normally open (NO) and 1 normally closed (NC) auxiliary contacts, facilitating versatile control applications. Its robust design, compliant with international standards like IEC 60947, ensures dependable operation in various industrial environments. Featuring convenient screw terminals for all connections, the 3RT2325-1AV00 offers straightforward installation and maintenance.
Key Features & Benefit
- High-Performance AC-1 Switching: Ideal for controlling resistive loads, heaters, and lighting systems, offering reliable performance for non-inductive applications.
- Robust 4-Pole Design: Provides comprehensive switching for multi-phase systems or applications requiring additional pole control.
- Integrated Auxiliary Contacts: Comes standard with 1 NO + 1 NC auxiliary contacts, enabling direct feedback and interlocking in control circuits, simplifying wiring and reducing component count.
- Standardized Compliance: Adheres to critical international standards including IEC 60947-1, IEC 60947-4-1, and IEC 60947-5-1 (for auxiliary switches), guaranteeing safety and performance.
- Screw Terminal Connections: Offers secure and reliable wiring connections for both main and auxiliary circuits, ensuring stable electrical performance.
- Compact S0 Size: Space-efficient design allows for integration into various control panels and enclosures without significant footprint.
- Flexible Protection Options: Supports comprehensive protection measures for device connections against short circuits, overloads, and overvoltage, enhancing system safety and longevity. Refer to the technical data sheet for detailed protection guidelines for standalone contactors, or configuration manuals for combinations with overload relays or circuit breakers.
- Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC): Fulfills requirements for environment category A, ensuring stable operation in industrial settings.
- High Contact Reliability: Auxiliary contacts are optimized for low-voltage/low-current switching (down to 17V / 1mA), making them highly suitable for solid-state circuits.
- Overload Protection Integration: Compatible with Siemens 3RU2 thermal overload relays or 3RB3 electronic overload relays for seamless motor protection when used in motor feeder configurations.
- Damping Options: Can be retrofitted with surge suppressors (RC elements, varistors, diodes) for coil damping, protecting control circuits from opening surges.
- Easy Maintenance: Solenoid coil replacement is possible, simplifying servicing (note: contacts are replaceable only for 3RT233 models).
- Expandable Auxiliary Switches: Basic units can be expanded with additional auxiliary switches to meet diverse control requirements.
Function
- Switching AC-1 Loads: Efficiently opens and closes circuits for resistive or weakly inductive loads.
- Electrical Isolation: Provides clear disconnection of loads or power generation plants from the grid.
- Transfer Switching: Capable of handling transfer switching applications.
- Control Circuit Integration: Auxiliary contacts enable interlocking, signaling, and feedback within automated control systems.
- System Protection Support: Facilitates the implementation of short-circuit, overload, and overvoltage protection for main, auxiliary, and control circuits.
Application
The Siemens 3RT2325-1AV00 contactor is ideally suited for a wide range of industrial and commercial applications, including:
- Heating Systems: Switching of resistive heating elements.
- Lighting Control: Centralized control of lighting circuits.
- Capacitor Banks: Switching of power factor correction capacitors (ensure AC-6b suitability if relevant).
- Transformer Primary Switching: For non-inductive primary circuits of small transformers.
- General Load Switching: Any application requiring the reliable switching of non-motor, resistive, or weakly inductive loads.
- Power Distribution: Disconnecting and connecting various electrical loads to the grid.













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