Schneider LC1F1250MD Contactor

Definition of each part of LC1F1250MD:

Segment	Descripción
LC	Product category code, stands for Contactor Schneider product line
1	Standard single contactor (2 = reversing contactor)
F	código de serie, stands for TeSys F Series (heavy-duty industrial contactor)
1250	Rated current specification: 1250A (actual 1260A under AC-1 @ 440V)
METRO	Código de voltaje de la bobina: 220V (AC or DC distinguished by the following letter)
D	Coil type code: bobina de CC (M7 = AC coil; MD = DC coil)

Diferencia central:

LC1F1250MD is fitted with 220VDC coil, while LC1F1250M7 is 220VAC coil. Both share identical main circuit parameters; only the control circuit power supply type differs.

Especificaciones técnicas básicas

Categoría	Parámetros
Basic Characteristics	• Product Series: TeSys F heavy-duty industrial contactor
	• Poles: 3PAG (3 polos)
	• Main Contacts: 3NO (3 Normalmente abierto)
	• Utilization Category: AC-1 (non-inductive / slightly inductive loads such as resistance furnaces)
	• Mounting: Carril DIN estándar de 35 mm / bolt mounting
Main Circuit Ratings	• Rated Operational Voltage (ue): ≤690 VCA (50/60Hz) / ≤460V DC
	• Rated Insulation Voltage (interfaz de usuario): 1000V y
	• Rated Operational Current (Es decir): 1260A (AC-1, 440V, 40°C)
	• Conventional Thermal Current (Ith): 1260A
	• Short-time Withstand Current (icw): 25el / 1s @ 400V
	• Contact Resistance: ≤0.12mΩ
Control Circuit Ratings	• Coil Type: bobina de CC
	• Rated Coil Voltage (uc): 220VCC (compatible with 230VDC in practice)
	• Coil Power Consumption: Pull-in 140W, Holding 24W
	• Pull-in Time: ≤80ms
	• Drop-out Time: ≤50ms
	• Control Terminals: Screw clamp type
Mecánico & Ambiental	• Mechanical Life: 1,000,000 operaciones
	• Electrical Life (AC-1): 100,000 operaciones
	• Max Operating Frequency: 300 cycles/hour
	• Operating Temperature: -5~+40°C (derating required +40~+60°C)
	• Storage Temperature: -25~+60°C
	• Protection Class: IP20 (after installation)
	• Dimensions (Ancho×Alto×Profundidad): 309×280×181mm
	• Weight: Aprox.. 18kilos
Certificaciones & Estándares	• Compliance: CEI 60947-4-1, EN 60947-4-1, ES 14048.4
	• Approvals: CE, UL, CSA, CCC, Reino Unido
	• Eco Certification: Green Premium (RoHS / REACh compliant)

Lista de accesorios

3.1 Accesorios estándar

Contactor main unit LC1F1250MD ×1

Mounting fasteners (DIN rail clip / bolts) ×1

Manual de operación (electronic version) ×1

Coil surge suppressor (opcional, separate order required)

3.2 Accesorios opcionales (Sold Separately)

Accessory Type	Ejemplo de modelo	Objetivo
Bloque de contactos auxiliares	LAD9F01 / LAD9F10	Add 1NO / 1NC auxiliary contacts for control circuit expansion
Mechanical Interlock Block	LA9FF976	For reversing circuit (adelante/atrás), prevents simultaneous closing of two contactors
Cubierta de protección de terminales	LAD9V6	Safety protection for main circuit terminals, electric shock prevention
Power Connection Busbar	LAD9B1250	High-current main circuit wiring, simplifies installation
Supresor de sobretensiones	LAD9R220	Protect coil, suppress reverse EMF when DC coil is de-energized
Auxiliary Contact Base	LAD9F	Mount multiple auxiliary modules; expandable up to 6 auxiliary contacts maximum

Competidor & Equivalente entre marcas

Marca	Modelo	Corriente nominal	Voltaje de la bobina	polacos / Contactos	Nivel de precio	Main Advantages
Schneider	LC1F1250MD	1250A	220VCC	3PAG / 3NO	Alto	Heavy-duty design, drawer-type coil, fácil mantenimiento
Alternativa de Schneider	LC1G1250MD	1250A	220VCC	3PAG / 3NO	Mid-High	TeSys Giga series, upgraded replacement for LC1F
siemens	3TF5544-0XM0	1250A	220VCC	3PAG / 3NO	Alto	Full series compatibility, seamless S7 PLC connection
TEJIDO	A1450-30-11	1250A	220VCC	3PAG / 3NO	Alto	Diseño modular, flexible auxiliary contact expansion
mitsubishi	S-N1250	1250A	220VCC	3PAG / 3NO	Mid-High	Japanese quality, cost-performance
Eaton	DILM1250(220VCC)	1250A	220VCC	3PAG / 3NO	Medio	Estructura compacta, ahorra espacio en el gabinete

Directrices de selección & Soluciones de reemplazo

5.1 Reglas de selección básicas

Tipo de carga: AC-1 (resistance furnace, heater) → suitable for LC1F1250MD; AC-3 (motor) → operate with derating or select dedicated AC-3 contactor

Control Supply: 220VDC → choose MD suffix; 220VAC → choose M7 suffix; refer to Schneider coil code table for other voltages

Espacio de instalación: Width 309mm, reserve sufficient cabinet space; for compact layout adopt LC1G series (smaller dimension)

Contactos auxiliares: No built-in auxiliary contacts by default; order LAD9 series auxiliary modules separately

Comodidad de mantenimiento: Drawer-type coil structure; coil replacement without disconnecting main circuit wiring, ideal for frequent maintenance scenarios

5.2 Recommended Replacement Models

Escenario de aplicación	Modelo recomendado	Razón
Upgrade existing LC1F	LC1G1250MD	TeSys Giga upgraded series, mayor rendimiento, more compact size, totalmente intercambiables
AC control power supply	LC1F1250M7	Same main circuit parameters, 220VAC coil for AC control system
control de motores (AC-3)	LC1F1250MD (derated to 800A)	Heavy-duty design, usable for AC-3 after derating; alternatively use LC1F1400
Compact cabinet installation	ABB A1450-30-11	Width 280mm, saves 29mm compared with LC1F1250MD
Budget limited	Mitsubishi S-N1250	Japanese brand, 15-20% lower price than European brands with reliable performance
DC supply & frequent operation	LC1F1250MD + LAD9R220	Surge suppressor protects coil and extends service life

5.3 Key Technical Advantages

Heavy-duty Construction: 1260Una corriente nominal, 25kA short-time withstand capability, suitable for large industrial loads
Drawer-type Coil: Independent coil module; replaceable without removing main circuit wiring, maintenance efficiency improved by 50%
Amplia compatibilidad de voltaje: Main circuit up to 690V AC / 460En DC, adaptable to various industrial power systems
Global Approvals: Full CE/UL/CSA/CCC/UKCA certification for worldwide project deployment
Eco Compliance: Green Premium certified, meets RoHS/REACh environmental standards for sustainable application

Schneider LC1F1250MD is a TeSys F Series 3-pole 1250A heavy-duty industrial contactor. Its core strengths are drawer-type DC coil design and high short-circuit withstand capability, perfectly suited for AC-1 non-inductive / slightly inductive loads such as resistance furnaces and heating equipment.

Al seleccionar, focus on control supply type (220VCC), load category (AC-1 optimal), y espacio de instalación. For upgrade or replacement, prefer the new-generation TeSys Giga LC1G1250MD, or select LC1F1250M7 (220VACACIONES) according to control power type.

Complete Model List of Schneider TeSys F (LC1F) Contactores (Latest 2026 Versión)

Classified by model naming rule, current rating, coil code, full model list and selection guide. Covers all LC1F specifications including 3-pole / 4-polo, C.A. / bobina de CC, estándar / wide voltage versions for heavy-duty industrial control.

LC1F Model Naming Rule

Formato: LC1F[Clasificación actual][Coil Code][Special Function]

Segment	Descripción	Opciones & Explicación
LC	Categoría de producto	Contactor product line
1	Contactor Type	1 = Standard single contactor; 2 = Reversing contactor (adelante/atrás)
F	Código de serie	TeSys F Series heavy-duty type, 115A~2100A
[Clasificación actual]	Corriente nominal	115/150/185/225/265/330/400/500/630/780/1000/1250/1400/1700/2100
[Coil Code]	Voltaje de la bobina & Tipo	First letter = voltage level; last letter = coil type (7=AC, D=DC)
[Special Function]	Optional Feature	S411 = Wide voltage coil (100-250VCA/CC); Blank = Standard version

Ejemplo:

LC1F1250MD → 1250A, 220VDC coil

LC1F265M7 → 265A, 220VAC coil

Coil Voltage Code Table (General for Whole Series)

Coil Code	Voltaje	Tipo de bobina	Solicitud
B6/B7	24V	C.A. (50/60Hz)	Safety control circuit, Salida PLC
C6/C7	36V	C.A.	Low-voltage safety location
E6/E7	48V	C.A.	Industrial control, equipo pequeño
F6/F7	110V	C.A.	América del norte / Japan standard control system
M6/M7	220V	C.A.	Porcelana / Asia standard general control
P6/P7	230V	C.A.	European standard general control
Q6/Q7	380V	C.A.	Industrial high-voltage control, large equipment
R6/R7	400V	C.A.	European industrial 3-phase standard
S6/S7	415V	C.A.	Commonwealth national standard
U6/U7	440V	C.A.	North American industrial standard
BD	24V	corriente continua	control de corriente continua, Salida PLC
CD	36V	corriente continua	DC low-voltage control
ED	48V	corriente continua	DC industrial control
FD	110V	corriente continua	DC control system
MD	220V	corriente continua	General DC control (most widely used)
PD	230V	corriente continua	European DC standard
QD	380V	corriente continua	DC high-voltage control
S411	100-250V	AC/DC Universal	Wide voltage for global projects

LC1F Full Current Ratings & Base Models

3P Standard Type (3P/3NO) for AC-1 resistive load and AC-3 motor load:

Base Model	Rated Current AC-1@440V,40°C	AC-3 Current@400V	Matched Motor Power@400V AC-3	Ancho (milímetros)
LC1F115	115A	115A	55kilovatios	100
LC1F150	150A	150A	75kilovatios	100
LC1F185	185A	185A	90kilovatios	125
LC1F225	225A	225A	110kilovatios	140
LC1F265	265A	265A	132kilovatios	160
LC1F330	330A	330A	160kilovatios	180
LC1F400	400A	400A	200kilovatios	200
LC1F500	500A	500A	250kilovatios	220
LC1F630	630A	630A	315kilovatios	250
LC1F780	780A	780A	375kilovatios	280
LC1F1000	1000A	1000A	450kilovatios	300
LC1F1250	1260A	1250A	560kilovatios	309
LC1F1400	1400A	1400A	630kilovatios	320
LC1F1700	1700A	1700A	750kilovatios	340
LC1F2100	2100A	2100A	900kilovatios	360

4P Extended Type (4P/4NO): Model suffix with 4 (LC1F1154 ~ LC1F21004). Rated current same as 3P version, suitable for 4-wire systems.

Complete LC1F Model List by Current

4.1 115A~265A Medium Power

Modelo completo	Actual	Coil Spec	polacos
LC1F115B6	115A	24V y	3PAG
LC1F115B7	115A	24V y	3PAG
LC1F115BD	115A	24En DC	3PAG
LC1F115M7	115A	220V y	3PAG
LC1F115MD	115A	220En DC	3PAG
LC1F150M7	150A	220V y	3PAG
LC1F150MD	150A	220En DC	3PAG
LC1F185M7	185A	220V y	3PAG
LC1F185MD	185A	220En DC	3PAG
LC1F225M7	225A	220V y	3PAG
LC1F225MD	225A	220En DC	3PAG
LC1F265M7	265A	220V y	3PAG
LC1F265MD	265A	220En DC	3PAG
LC1F265S411	265A	100-250VCA/CC	3PAG

4.2 330A~780A High Power

Modelo completo	Actual	Coil Spec	polacos
LC1F330M7	330A	220V y	3PAG
LC1F330MD	330A	220En DC	3PAG
LC1F400M7	400A	220V y	3PAG
LC1F400MD	400A	220En DC	3PAG
LC1F500M7	500A	220V y	3PAG
LC1F500MD	500A	220En DC	3PAG
LC1F630M7	630A	220V y	3PAG
LC1F630MD	630A	220En DC	3PAG
LC1F780M7	780A	220V y	3PAG
LC1F780MD	780A	220En DC	3PAG

4.3 1000A~2100A Super High Power

Modelo completo	Actual	Coil Spec	polacos	Observaciones
LC1F1000M7	1000A	220V y	3PAG	—
LC1F1000MD	1000A	220En DC	3PAG	—
LC1F1250M7	1250A	220V y	3PAG	Popular model
LC1F1250MD	1250A	220En DC	3PAG	Popular model
LC1F1400M7	1400A	220V y	3PAG	Drawer coil type
LC1F1400MD	1400A	220En DC	3PAG	Drawer coil type
LC1F1700M7	1700A	220V y	3PAG	Drawer coil type
LC1F1700MD	1700A	220En DC	3PAG	Drawer coil type
LC1F2100M7	2100A	220V y	3PAG	Drawer coil type
LC1F2100MD	2100A	220En DC	3PAG	Drawer coil type
LC1F2100S411P7	2100A	100-250V y	3PAG	Wide voltage version

4.4 4-Pole Series (Suffix with 4)

Modelo completo	Actual	Coil Spec	polacos	Solicitud
LC1F1154M7	115A	220V y	4PAG	4-wire system
LC1F1854MD	185A	220En DC	4PAG	3-phase 4-wire
LC1F2654M7	265A	220V y	4PAG	Load with neutral line
LC1F4004MD	400A	220En DC	4PAG	4-pole protection system

Reversing Contactor Models (LC2F Series)

LC2F = Reversing type for motor forward/reverse control with mechanical interlock to prevent simultaneous closing:

Modelo completo	Actual	Coil Spec	polacos	Interlock Type
LC2F115M7	115A	220V y	3P+3P	Mechanical interlock
LC2F185MD	185A	220En DC	3P+3P	Mechanical interlock
LC2F265M7	265A	220V y	3P+3P	Mechanical interlock
LC2F400MD	400A	220En DC	3P+3P	Mechanical interlock

Reemplazo de modelo & Upgrade Guide
LC1F Upgrade: Replace LC1F with LC1G (TeSys Giga); more compact size, 30% performance improvement, fully interchangeable mounting and wiring.
Coil Replacement: Same current rating different coils are interchangeable (p.ej. LC1F1250M7 ↔ LC1F1250MD, only coil module replaced).
Load Application:

AC-1 resistive load: Usar 100% corriente nominal

AC-3 motor load: Usar 100% corriente nominal (LC1F designed for heavy duty)

AC-4 frequent starting: Reducir por 30%

Wide Voltage Requirement: Select S411 suffix model, compatible with 100-250V AC/DC global control power supply.
Cuadro de selección rápida

Escenario de aplicación	Modelo recomendado	Key Reason
55kW motor control @400V	LC1F115M7	Poder igualado, rentable
110kW motor control @400V	LC1F225M7	Heavy-duty design, stable operation
560kW resistance furnace	LC1F1250MD	1260Una corriente nominal, control de corriente continua
Global multi-voltage project	LC1F265S411	Wide voltage adaption, no coil replacement needed
DC control system	LC1FxxxMD	bobina de CC, fuerte anti-interferencia
4-wire distribution system	LC1Fxxx4M7	4-pole design for neutral circuit
Frequent maintenance site	LC1F1400MD+	Drawer-type coil structure, fácil mantenimiento