

The Schneider Electric Acti9 iCT A9C20838 is a modular contactor rated at 25 A and 4 poles, equipped with 2 normally open contacts (2 NO) and 2 normally closed contacts (2 NC). It is designed for remote control and switching of electrical circuits for lighting, heating, ventilation, and small motors, offering a compact solution for residential, commercial, and tertiary electrical panels.
Reference A9C20838 includes a 220-240 V AC control coil and offers a rated operational current of 25 A in AC-7A category and 8.5 A in AC-7B category. Its 36 mm modular width makes it easy to install on DIN rail alongside Acti9 protection and auxiliary devices.
The Acti9 iCT A9C20838 features a 4-pole configuration made up of two normally open contacts and two normally closed contacts. This arrangement allows simultaneous control of circuits that require different switching behaviors from the same control signal.
When the coil changes state, the NO and NC contacts switch simultaneously, so the contactor can be integrated into automation systems, signaling systems, lighting circuits, or installations where opening and closing different loads must be combined.
Schneider Electric specifies this contactor with a rated operational current of 25 A in AC-7A category, corresponding to domestic and similar slightly inductive loads, and 8.5 A in AC-7B category, intended for certain motor loads.
Its rated operational voltage is 400 V AC, while the rated insulation voltage reaches 500 V AC. It also has an impulse withstand voltage of 4 kV.
The A9C20838 contactor is operated by a 220 to 240 V AC control coil. This control voltage makes it easy to integrate with thermostats, time switches, relays, building management systems, and other compatible automation devices.
The control signal is maintained, so the contactor remains energized while the coil is powered.
The Schneider Electric Acti9 iCT is specifically designed for remote switching of loads commonly used in homes, shops, offices, and tertiary buildings. Schneider Electric indicates compatibility with lighting, heating, and ventilation applications, as well as small motors.
The contactor is compatible with Acti9 range control auxiliaries, allowing the functions of the electrical panel to be expanded with elements for timing, control, signaling, or automation, depending on the installation requirements.
The iCT contactors up to 25 A also feature a clip-on system for electrical and mechanical connection with compatible auxiliaries, simplifying assembly of the unit.
The front of the device includes a mechanical contact position indicator. This indication makes it possible to visually check the contactor status during installation, commissioning, troubleshooting, or maintenance tasks.
The A9C20838 is designed for clip-on installation on a 35 mm symmetrical DIN rail. Its design occupies four 9 mm modules, equivalent to a total width of 36 mm, making it easy to integrate into modular panels.
The contactor is designed to withstand a high number of operations. Schneider Electric specifies a mechanical durability of up to 1,000,000 cycles.
Electrical durability reaches up to 100,000 cycles in AC-7A category at 25 A and up to 30,000 cycles in AC-7B category at 8.5 A. The maximum switching frequency is up to 6 operations per minute.
The contactor has an IP20 protection rating according to IEC 60529 and can reach IP40 when installed inside a suitable enclosure.
The Schneider Electric A9C20838 is a versatile solution for automating electrical circuits that require a combination of open and closed contacts. Its 25 A rating, 2 NO + 2 NC configuration, 220-240 V AC coil, and DIN rail mounting make it easy to integrate into distribution and control panels.
Its compatibility with Acti9 auxiliaries, mechanical status indicator, and ability to control lighting, heating, ventilation, and small motors make the iCT A9C20838 a suitable choice for new installations as well as upgrades and maintenance work.