Schneider Electric LC1D12 Contactor

The Schneider Electric LC1D12 Contactor, part of the TeSys D family, is an IEC magnetic contactor designed for industrial motor control and power switching. It provides 3 poles with 3 normally open main contacts and built-in 1 NO + 1 NC auxiliary contacts, rated for AC-3 up to 12 A and AC-1 up to 25 A, and supports motor power up to 3 HP at 230/240 VAC, 7.5 HP at 480 VAC, and 10 HP at 600 VAC, with a maximum operating voltage of 690 V AC. It is suitable for 3-phase motors in MCCs, conveyors, pumps, compressors, HVAC equipment, packaging machinery, and automated production lines where reliable motor switching and long electrical life are essential. The device uses screw clamp terminals, can be mounted on DIN rail or panel, and carries IP20 front protection with Ui 690 V and Uimp 6 kV, complying with IEC 60947-4-1 and being UL Listed, CSA Certified, and CE marked. Common replacements listed include Siemens 3RT2016 and Allen-Bradley 100-C12, reflecting its widespread use in industrial motor control applications.