
Data sheet
CI-tronic™ Reversing contactor
Type RCI
RCI reversing contactors are designed for
demanding forward/reverse control of
three-phase AC motors. The zero cross
switching method ensures very fast and precise
motor control and virtually eliminates EMC
emission. The RCI reversing contactor is ideal
where fast switching capability and long life are
essential. Typical applications are conveyors,
thread cutting machines, packaging lines and
other applications where fast reversing
capabilities are needed.
Features • Compact modular design complete with
heat sink
• DIN-rail mountable
• Built-in varistor protection
• Operational current up to 10 A (AC-3)
• Line voltage up to 480 V AC
• Built-in interlock
• Universal control voltage
• Burst firing (zero cross)
• LED status indicator
• IP 20 protection
• Problem-free specification according to
industry standard
• Easy and quick installation
• EN 60947-4-2 and UL-C
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Data sheet | Reversing contactor, type RCI
Selection guide
Technical data
Technical data (continued)
Operational
voltage
24 – 480 V AC 10 A 4 kW / 5.5 HP
Max. motor
current
Max. motor
power
Control
voltages
5 – 24 V DC
24 – 230 V AC / DC 037N0043
Dimensions Type Code no.
45 mm
module
RCI 10
Output specifications
Operational current
AC-3 (motor load)
AC 4 (motor load)
Motor size at
208 – 240 V AC (50 / 60 Hz)
400 – 480 V AC (50 / 60 Hz)
Leakage current max. 1 mA
Operational current min. 10 mA
Semiconductor protection fusing
Type 1 coordination
Type 2 coordination
AC-3: 0.1 – 2.2 kW (0.18 – 3 HP)
AC-4: 0.1 – 1.5 kW (0.18 – 2 HP)
AC-3: 0.1 – 4 kW (0.18 – 5.5 HP)
AC-4: 0.1 – 3 kW (0.18 – 4 HP)
10 A
8 A
50 A gL / gG
450 A2s
Thermal specification and environment
Power dissipation
Continuous duty
Intermittend duty
Ambient temperature range −5 °C to 60 °C
Cooling method Neutral convection
Mounting Vertical (± 30°)
Storage temperature range 20 °C to 80 °C
Enclosure degree / pollution degree IP 20/3
2.0 W/A
2.0 W/A x duty cycle
037N0044
Functional description
Insulation
Rated insulation voltage, U
Rated impulse withstand voltage, U
Installation category III
i
imp
660 V AC
4 kV
Control circuit specifications
037N0044 037N0043
Control voltage range (±10%) 5 – 24 V DC 24 – 230 V AC / DC
Pick up voltage max. 4.25 V DC 20.4 V AC / DC
Drop-out voltage min. 1.5 V DC 7.2 V AC / DC
Control current / power max. 25 mA at 4 V DC 6 mA / 1.5 VA at 24 V DC
Response time max. ½ cycle 1 cycle
Interlock delay time (min. / max.) 30 ms / 80 ms 60 ms / 150 ms
EMC immunity Meets requirements of EN 60947-4-2
When control circuit A1 – A2 is ON, the motor will
rotate forward. With control circuit A3 – A4 ON
the motor will rotate in reverse direction. If both
control circuits are switched ON the motor will
rotate in the direction determined by the circuit
which was switched ON first. A delay time
(interlock) between forward and reverse running
is incorporated.
© Danfoss | DCS (mw) | 2017.10
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