Mitsubishi S-T35 AC200V Magnetic Contactor

The S-T35 AC200V is a 3-pole non-reversing قواطع مغناطيسية ل ميتسوبيشي اليكتريك MS-T Series. It has a rated current of 40A, compatible with 18.5kW @ 400V three-phase motors. Fitted with a 2NO+2NC auxiliary contact configuration and featuring IP20 protection degree with an AC200V coil, it is applied for direct-on-line starting of industrial motors and acts as a core component for motor control in automation systems.

1. شرح كود النموذج

تعريف النموذج الكامل: S-T35 AC200V = Mitsubishi MS-T Series, frame size 35, AC200V coil, 3-pole 40A non-reversing magnetic contactor

2. المواصفات الفنية الأساسية

3. قائمة النماذج الكاملة (MS-T Series Non-reversing Contactors)

4. نماذج الاستبدال & Competitor Comparison

4.1 Mitsubishi Internal Replacements

4.2 Cross-brand Competitor Comparison

5. Application Environments & حالات الصناعة

5.1 التطبيقات الموصى بها

التحكم بالمحركات الصناعية: Direct-on-line starting for three-phase motors such as pumps, المشجعين, compressors and conveyors

معدات تصنيع المعدات الأصلية: Supporting machine tools, آلات التعبئة والتغليف, printing machines and textile machinery

بناء الأنظمة الكهربائية: Control of critical motors including air conditioning units, fire water pumps and drainage pumps

General Industry: Motor control for production lines, automation equipment and material handling systems

Commercial Facilities: Control of refrigeration units, ventilation equipment and water pumps

5.2 التطبيقات غير الموصى بها

Single-phase Motor Control: 3-pole design not suitable for single-phase circuits

High-frequency Start-Stop: زيادة 1200 cycles per hour will shorten service life

High Altitude (>2000م): Derating required (10% reduction per 1000m elevation rise)

Severe Vibration Environments: Extra reinforcement is required to avoid malfunction

Corrosive Environments: IP20 protection is insufficient; additional enclosure is needed

5.3 حالات التطبيق النموذجية

قضية 1: Fan System in Food Processing Plant

معدات: 3 sets of 18.5kW centrifugal fans, 400V ثلاث مراحل

إعدادات: S-T35 AC200V + TH-T35 thermal overload relay + moulded case circuit breaker

حصيلة: Realizes sequential start-up and overload protection; the system operates stably with zero faults over 3 سنين.

قضية 2: Water Pump Control in Wastewater Treatment Plant

معدات: 5 sets of 15kW submersible pumps, 400V ثلاث مراحل

إعدادات: S-T35 AC200V + PLC linkage control + GV2P32 motor circuit breaker

سمات: Low power design reduces cabinet temperature rise; 2NO+2NC contacts meet the demands of status monitoring and alarm output.

6. استكشاف الأخطاء وإصلاحها & Maintenance Manual

6.1 الأخطاء الشائعة & الحلول

6.2 Maintenance Procedures

1. التفتيش اليومي (أسبوعي)

Check appearance for abnormal heat, odour or noise

Ensure terminals are tight with no overheating marks

Test auxiliary contacts to confirm synchronous operation with main contacts

2. الصيانة الروتينية (كل 6 شهور)

Cut off power and remove dust from contactor and core surface

Inspect main and auxiliary contacts for burning and oxidation

Test coil resistance and insulation performance

3. Annual Maintenance

Check lubrication of mechanical parts and apply grease if needed

Verify operational flexibility and reliability

Retighten all electrical connections and replace aged components

6.3 Quick Diagnosis Tips

No pull-in? Check voltage and coil resistance first.

Loud noise? Clean core; replace if shading ring breaks.

Burned contacts? Limit current and reduce switching cycles.

Signal error? Inspect linkage and correct NO/NC wiring.

7. اختيار & إرشادات التثبيت

7.1 قواعد الاختيار

المطابقة الحالية: Motor Full Load Current (FLA) ≤ 40A; optimal for 18.5kW @ 400V motors

الجهد لفائف: Confirm control circuit voltage is AC200V to avoid mismatch

Protection Coordination: Use with thermal overload relays (على سبيل المثال. TH-T35) and motor circuit breakers

Derating for High Temperature: ديراتي 1% per ℃ above 40℃

7.2 ملاحظات التثبيت

Mounting Direction: التثبيت العمودي (allowable deviation: ±15°) to guarantee arc extinguishing performance and mechanical life

Clearance: Reserve 10mm space on left & right, 20mm on top & bottom for heat dissipation

Wiring Standard: 1.5-35mm² copper wire for main circuit (عزم الدوران: 6-8نانومتر); 0.5-1.5mm² copper wire for control circuit (عزم الدوران: 0.8-1.2نانومتر)

Interlock for Reversing Operation: Fit mechanical interlock to prevent phase short circuit

Protection for Harsh Environments: Install extra enclosure for dusty or humid conditions

8. Production Status & حلول الاستبدال

Current Status of S-T35 AC200V: In production, no discontinuation plan (as of June 2026)

يرقي & خيارات الاستبدال:

1. Functional Upgrade: S-T35BC/SA series (built-in surge suppressor to reduce external components)
2. ترقية ذكية: Mitsubishi NF series (with communication function for remote monitoring)
3. البديل المحلي: Chint NXC-40, Delixi CDC1 series (lower cost with equivalent performance)

Application Cases of Mitsubishi S-T35 AC200V Magnetic Contactor

Featuring a 40A rated current, 2NO+2NC auxiliary contacts and low-power AC200V coil, the S-T35 AC200V is widely used for 18.5kW @ 400V three-phase motor control. It serves industries including water treatment, تجهيز الأغذية, automotive manufacturing, textile & dyeing, building HVAC, delivering reliable solutions for direct-on-line starting and status monitoring.

1. Overview of Main Application Fields

The S-T35 AC200V is compatible with 18.5kW @ 400V (or 11kW @ 220V) three-phase squirrel-cage induction motors. Typical applications are listed below:

2. Detailed Industry Application Cases

قضية 1: 1+1 Standby Control System for 15kW Submersible Pumps in Wastewater Treatment Plant

Project Background

Phase II project of an urban wastewater treatment plant. Five aeration tanks are equipped with 15kW submersible pumps for 24-hour continuous aeration. The system requires automatic duty/standby switching and automatic alarm upon faults.

Equipment Configuration

Main units: 5 sets of 15kW 400V three-phase submersible pumps

Control components: S-T35 AC200V contactor + TH-T35 thermal overload relay + GV2P32 motor circuit breaker + Mitsubishi FX3U PLC

Auxiliary components: GVAE11 auxiliary contact block (status monitoring) + Audible & visual alarm + Manual/Auto selector switch

Solution Features

1. تصميم زائدة عن الحاجة: Independent control circuit for each pump to ensure uninterrupted operation
2. Status monitoring: 2NO+2NC contacts of S-T35 connect to PLC and alarm system for real-time status feedback
3. Energy saving: 18VA pull-in power and 3.8W holding power reduce energy consumption and cabinet temperature rise
4. Multi-level protection: Circuit breaker for short-circuit protection, thermal relay for overload protection and contactor for circuit breaking to ensure equipment safety

Application Results

عملية مستقرة ل 3 years with zero unplanned shutdown

Automatic switching time ≤ 2 ثواني, meeting process continuity requirements

15% energy saving compared with traditional contactors

40% lower maintenance cost and high versatility of spare parts

قضية 2: Temperature Control System for 18.5kW Centrifugal Fans in Food Processing Plant

Project Background

The sterilization workshop of a dairy plant needs to maintain a constant temperature of 120℃. Three 18.5kW centrifugal fans are deployed to automatically adjust operating quantity according to ambient temperature for energy saving.

Equipment Configuration

Main units: 3 sets of 18.5kW 400V three-phase centrifugal fans

Control components: 3 × S-T35 AC200V contactors + Temperature sensors + ميتسوبيشي بي ال سي + واجهة المستخدم البشرية

Protection components: Moulded case circuit breaker + Thermal overload relay + Phase sequence protection relay

Solution Features

1. Graded control: Automatically run 1/2/3 fans according to temperature ranges (≤115℃ / 115-125درجه مئوية / ≥125℃)
2. بداية ستار دلتا: Reduces inrush current; the contactor withstands high starting impulse current effectively
3. Visualization: HMI displays real-time operating status, current and temperature of each fan
4. Maintenance reminder: Cumulative runtime recording reminds users of regular contactor maintenance

Application Results

Temperature control accuracy improved to ±1℃, product yield increased by 3%

22% energy saving, saving approximately 120,000 RMB on electricity annually

Extended fan service life and reduced replacement frequency

Simplified operation with less manual intervention

قضية 3: Conveyor Interlock Control System in Auto Parts Factory

Project Background

The assembly line of an automotive seat factory consists of 12 conveyors driven by 15kW motors. The system requires sequential start-up from feed end to discharge end, reverse sequence shutdown, and full-line shutdown protection once any conveyor fails.

Equipment Configuration

Main units: 12 sets of 15kW 400V three-phase conveyor motors

Control components: 12 × S-T35 AC200V contactors + ميتسوبيشي بي ال سي + 6 أزرار التوقف في حالات الطوارئ + Safety relay

Signal system: 12 × GVAE11 auxiliary contact blocks (status feedback) + 24 أضواء المؤشر (operation/fault)

Solution Features

1. Interlock logic: PLC realizes interlock between conveyors via contactor auxiliary contacts to prevent material accumulation
2. Safety design: Emergency stop signal directly cuts off coil power of all contactors with response time ≤ 0.1 ثانية
3. Fast fault diagnosis: Contactor status uploaded to PLC for quick fault location
4. تصميم وحدات: Unified model reduces spare parts inventory and maintenance costs

Application Results

Production line failure rate reduced by 60%, production capacity increased by 15%

Average fault troubleshooting time shortened from 45 minutes to 5 دقائق

Improved operational safety with zero safety incidents

30% lower spare parts cost and higher maintenance efficiency

قضية 4: Dual-motor Control System for Carding Machine in Textile Mill

Project Background

Renovation of BEFAMA CRIII carding machine in a wool textile mill. The original 37kW wound rotor motor with large starting current is replaced by a 7.5kW + 11kW dual-motor drive (total power 18.5kW), requiring synchronous start and balanced load.

Equipment Configuration

Main units: 7.5كيلوواط + 11kW 400V three-phase dual motors

Control components: 2 × S-T35 AC200V contactors + Mitsubishi inverter + بلك + Current sensors

Protection components: 2 × thermal overload relays + Short-circuit protection circuit breaker

Solution Features

1. Load balancing: PLC monitors motor current via sensors and dynamically adjusts inverter output
2. Smooth start: Combined inverter and contactor reduces starting current from 68A to 28A and minimizes grid fluctuation
3. Energy-saving operation: Motor speed automatically adjusted according to load, 30% energy saved
4. Fault protection: Both contactors trip simultaneously if either motor is overloaded to avoid equipment damage

Application Results

Starting current reduced by 59%, eliminating grid fluctuation

30% energy saving, saving approximately 80,000 RMB on electricity annually

Extended equipment service life, maintenance cycle prolonged to 1 سنة

Improved product quality and wool sliver uniformity by 2%

3. Application Classification & إرشادات الاختيار

3.1 In-depth Analysis of Applicable Scenarios

3.2 Not Recommended Scenarios & البدائل

4. ملخص & توصيات الاختيار

4.1 Application Value Summary

موثوقية عالية: 10 million mechanical cycles and 1 million electrical cycles (AC-3 40A/400V) for long-term industrial operation

Cost Efficiency: انخفاض استهلاك الطاقة (18VA pull-in, 3.8W holding) cuts operational cost and heat generation inside cabinets

Flexibility: 2NO+2NC auxiliary contacts support status monitoring, alarm and interlock functions

Good Compatibility: Matches GV2/GV3 motor circuit breakers and TH-T thermal overload relays to form a complete protection system

4.2 اختيار ذاكري

Ideal match for 18.5kW motors, S-T35 is your first choice

AC200V coil fits well, low power saves energy all the way

2NO plus 2NC contacts complete, for monitoring and alarm needs

IP20 solid protection, stable performance in industrial sites

4.3 Application Optimization Suggestions

1. Protection Matching: Equip with thermal overload relays (على سبيل المثال. TH-T35) and motor circuit breakers for dual protection against overload and short circuit.
2. Installation Standard: Mount vertically (±15°); reserve sufficient heat dissipation space (10mm left/right, 20mm top/bottom).
3. مواصفات الأسلاك: 1.5-35mm² copper wire for main circuit (torque 6-8Nm); 0.5-1.5mm² copper wire for control circuit (torque 0.8-1.2Nm).
4. دورة الصيانة: Inspect contacts every 6 شهور; replace frequently operated contactors annually.
5. High-temperature Adaptation: ديراتي 1% per ℃ when ambient temperature exceeds 40℃.