ICT Contactor 16A 1 NO+1 NC 230/240V AC

The Schneider Electric Acti9 iCT A9C22715 modular contactor is a remote control device with 2 poles, 16 A, equipped with 1 normally open contact (NO) and 1 normally closed contact (NC). Its control coil operates at 230-240 V AC and is designed for controlling lighting, heating, ventilation, and small motor circuits from modular electrical panels.

Thanks to its compact format of only 18 mm width and clip-on mounting on a 35 mm DIN rail, the Acti9 iCT can be easily integrated into residential and commercial panels. It is also compatible with Acti9 control auxiliaries, expanding the automation and control possibilities of the installation.

16 A modular contactor with 1 NO + 1 NC

Reference A9C22715 features 2 poles configured as one normally open contact and one normally closed contact. This arrangement allows different control and switching functions within an electrical installation.

Schneider Electric specifies a rated operational current of 16 A in AC-7A category, suitable for slightly inductive loads commonly found in residential and commercial applications. For AC-7B applications, such as certain motors, the rated operational current is 6 A.

• Number of poles: 2P.
• Contact configuration: 1 NO + 1 NC.
• AC-7A rated current: 16 A.
• AC-7B rated current: 6 A.
• Rated operational voltage: 250 V AC.
• Network type: AC.

230-240 V AC control coil

The contactor is operated by a 230 to 240 V AC control coil at 50 Hz. It is designed as a remote control device and can be controlled by control systems, timers, programmers, or other compatible automation devices.

• Control circuit voltage: 230-240 V AC.
• Control frequency: 50 Hz.
• Control signal type: maintained.
• Holding power consumption: 2.7 VA.
• Inrush power consumption: 9.2 VA.
• Maximum power: 1.2 W at 250 V AC.

Applications in lighting, heating, and ventilation

The Acti9 iCT range is specifically designed for electrical switching from modular panels. Reference A9C22715 can be used in applications such as:

• Remote control of lighting circuits.
• Switching electrical heating systems on and off.
• Control of ventilation installations.
• Control of small motors.
• Control of fans and mixers.
• Automation of loads in residential and commercial installations.

The contactor should be selected taking into account the utilization category, load current, and the electrical characteristics of the connected receiver.

Compatible with Acti9 auxiliaries

The Schneider Electric A9C22715 is compatible with Acti9 control auxiliaries, allowing the functions of the assembly to be expanded according to the needs of the installation.

The iCT contactors up to 25 A also incorporate a latching system that facilitates electrical and mechanical connections with compatible auxiliaries, helping simplify installation inside the panel.

Mechanical position indicator

The contactor includes a mechanical contact position indicator. This indication makes it possible to visually check the device status and facilitates inspection and maintenance tasks.

High durability for frequent switching

The Acti9 iCT A9C22715 is designed to withstand a high number of operations. Schneider Electric declares a mechanical durability of up to 1,000,000 cycles.

Its electrical durability depends on the utilization category:

• AC-7A and AC-1: up to 100,000 cycles.
• AC-7B, AC-7C, AC-3, AC-5A and AC-5B: up to 30,000 cycles.
• Specified switching frequency: up to 100 operations per day.

Electrical insulation and impulse withstand

The contactor has a rated insulation voltage Ui of 500 V AC and a rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp of 4 kV, offering insulation performance suitable for installation in low-voltage electrical panels.

• Rated insulation voltage Ui: 500 V AC.
• Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp: 4 kV.
• Pollution degree: 2.

Compact DIN rail format

The A9C22715 is installed by clip-on mounting on a 35 mm symmetrical DIN rail. Its width is only 2 modules of 9 mm, i.e. 18 mm, allowing efficient use of the available panel space.

• Height: 81 mm.
• Width: 18 mm.
• Depth: 60 mm.
• Modular width: 2 modules of 9 mm.
• Mounting: clip-on on 35 mm DIN rail.
• Color: white RAL 9003.

IP20 protection

The contactor offers an IP20 protection rating according to IEC 60529 and can reach IP40 when correctly installed inside a suitable enclosure.

It is designed to operate at ambient temperatures between -5 and 60 °C, while its storage range extends from -40 to 70 °C.

Compliant with IEC/EN 61095

The Schneider Electric Acti9 iCT A9C22715 complies with IEC/EN 61095, the standard applicable to electromechanical contactors for household and similar uses, making it a suitable solution for automation and remote switching of loads in low-voltage installations.

Schneider Electric A9C22715 technical characteristics

• Brand: Schneider Electric.
• Range: Acti9.
• Series: Acti9 iCT.
• Reference: A9C22715.
• Type: modular contactor.
• Number of poles: 2P.
• Contacts: 1 NO + 1 NC.
• AC-7A rated current: 16 A.
• AC-7B rated current: 6 A.
• Rated operational voltage: 250 V AC.
• Control voltage: 230-240 V AC.
• Frequency: 50 Hz.
• Control type: remote.
• Control signal: maintained.
• Holding power consumption: 2.7 VA.
• Inrush power consumption: 9.2 VA.
• Maximum power: 1.2 W.
• Insulation voltage Ui: 500 V AC.
• Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp: 4 kV.
• Mechanical position indicator: yes.
• Mechanical durability: 1,000,000 cycles.
• Electrical durability AC-7A: up to 100,000 cycles.
• Mounting: 35 mm symmetrical DIN rail.
• Modular width: 2 modules of 9 mm.
• Dimensions: 81 x 18 x 60 mm.
• Protection rating: IP20, up to IP40 in enclosure.
• Operating temperature: -5 to 60 °C.
• Storage temperature: -40 to 70 °C.
• Standard: IEC/EN 61095.

The Schneider Electric Acti9 iCT A9C22715 16 A contactor is a compact solution for automating electrical loads from modular panels. Its 1 NO + 1 NC configuration, 230-240 V AC coil, only 18 mm width, high durability, and compatibility with Acti9 auxiliaries make it suitable for lighting, heating, ventilation, and remote control of small motors.