Contator Schneider LC1E630M7N

LC1E630M7N is a 3‑pole AC contactor from Schneider EasyPact TVS (formerly TeSys E) série. The breakdown is as follows:

Papel	Significado
LC1	Basic contactor series identifier
E	EasyPact TVS (econômico) série, mainly for China market
630	Corrente operacional nominal 630A (AC‑3 at 440V)
M	Código de tensão da bobina: 220V e
7	Coil supports 50/60Hz
N	Domestic version (performance is essentially the same as LC1E630M7)

Item	Valor	Notas
Poloneses	3P (3 NÃO)	Principais contatos: 3 NÃO
Corrente operacional nominal	630UM	AC-3, 440V, 50/60Hz
Tensão operacional nominal	≤ 690V AC	Max main circuit voltage
Control coil	220V e, 50/60Hz	Inrush: aprox.. 1600VA, Holding: aprox.. 200VA
Categoria de utilização	AC-3	For starting, correndo, stopping three‑phase induction motors
Resistência mecânica	Aprox.. 10 milhões de operações	Standard conditions
Resistência elétrica	Aprox.. 100,000 operações	AC‑3 at 630A
Montagem	35mm DIN rail or bolt fixing	W≈200mm, H≈220mm, D≈100mm
Contatos auxiliares	Can add 2 ou 4 módulos	Not included; vendido separadamente

Aplicativos
Control of medium and large three‑phase induction motors (aprox.. 315kW at 440V)
Main circuit control in industrial automation lines
Power equipment control in building electrical and HVAC systems
Heavy‑duty loads requiring frequent starting and stopping
Can combine with LRE series thermal relays (por exemplo, LRE630N) as a starter for motor overload protection
Principais recursos
High‑reliability design: Optimized arc extinguishing system for harsh industrial environments
Wide voltage compatibility: Coil operates stably at 85%–110% of rated voltage
Projeto modular: Suporta contatos auxiliares, intertravamentos mecânicos, supressores de surto, etc..
Certificações: Complies with IEC 60947‑4‑1, GB 14048.4, etc..
Instalação & Manutenção
Liberação: ≥50mm top/bottom, ≥20mm left/right for cooling
Fiação: Main circuit recommended ≥185mm² copper cable; torque approx. 55N·m
Maintenance interval: Todo 6 months in normal environment; 3 months in dusty areas
Solução de problemas: Check coil voltage if no pull‑in; check load and operating frequency if contact erosion
Substituições & Produtos compatíveis
Schneider direct replacements:

LC1N630M7N: Official successor to LC1E series, same economic positioning

LC1D620M7C: Standard contactor, 620UM, more stable performance

LC1F630M7: High‑performance series for severe duty

ABB: AF630‑30‑22 (630UM, 220V e)

Siemens: 3RT2076‑6AP36 (630UM, 220V e)

CHINT: CJX2‑630S (630UM, 220V e)

Notas importantes
Some LC1E models are discontinued; LC1N series is recommended for new projects
Verifique o tipo de carga (resistivo/indutivo), operation frequency, and environment during selection
Match thermal relay rating to motor rating (630A typically controls ~315kW motors)

Better Schneider Contactors Than LC1E630M7N

Contactors superior to LC1E630M7N fall into three categories:

Substituição de atualização (LC1N630M7N / D3N),

Standard Enhanced (LC1D620M7C / LC1D630M7C),

High‑Performance Premium (LC1F630M7 / LC1G630M7).

Recomendação:

New projects → LC1N630M7N

Severe applications → LC1D620/630

Partidas frequentes / alta altitude / special certs → LC1F / LC1G

LC1E630M7N belongs to Schneider EasyPact TVS (econômico) series – a domestic 3‑pole contactor, 630UM (AC-3, 440V), coil 220V AC 50/60Hz.

Limitações:

Some ratings discontinued (06A–95A phased out)

Electrical endurance approx. 100,000 operações (AC-3), lower than standard/high‑performance models

Narrower ambient temperature range; limited special certifications (marine, railway)

2.1 Substituição de atualização: LC1N630M7N (EasyPact D3N)

Official replacement for LC1E, improved economic version.

Vantagem	Melhoria
Desempenho	Electrical endurance ↑ ~20%; mechanical endurance 12 milhão
Projeto	More complete modularity, better accessory compatibility
Confiabilidade	Upgraded arc chamber for harsh environments
Instalação	Optimized terminals, stable torque, manutenção mais fácil
Compatibilidade	Same footprint as LC1E for drop‑in replacement

2.2 Standard Enhanced: LC1D620M7C / LC1D630M7C (TeSys D)

Schneider’s mainstream standard series, balanced performance and cost.

Key Benefit	Especificação
Higher durability	Resistência elétrica 150,000 operações (AC-3); mechanical 15 milhão
Wide environment	‑25°C to +70°C; altitude ≤4000m (vs ≤2000m for LC1E)
Special certs	Supports marine (DNV), railway, etc..
Recursos de segurança	1NÃO + 1NC standard; mirror contacts available
Rating range	LC1D620 (620UM), LC1D630 (630UM)

2.3 High‑Performance Premium: LC1F630M7 (TeSys F) / LC1G630M7 (TeSys Giga)

For severe duty: frequent starts, heavy loads, extreme environments.

Série	Principais vantagens	Aplicativos
TeSys F (LC1F)	• Electrical endurance: 200,000 operações (AC-3)	Metalurgia, mineração, compressores grandes
	• Higher current margin (630A → short‑time 700A)	Operação frequente (≥1200 operations/h)
	• Lower holding power (≈180VA)
TeSys Giga (LC1G)	• Up to 300,000 operações (AC-3)	Plataformas offshore, alta altitude (>4000eu), ‑40°C
	• Rated insulation voltage 1000V, stronger breaking capacity	Critical high‑reliability equipment
	• IP20 standard, some IP65

Observação: k = 1000 operações; M = 1 milhões de operações

Conselhos de seleção
New projects first choice: LC1N630M7N – perfect drop‑in replacement, better performance, affordable
General industrial use: LC1D620M7C – higher reliability for automation and HVAC
Severe duty: LC1F630M7 – frequent starts (>600/h), heavy load, alta temperatura
Critical/extreme environment: LC1G630M7 – offshore, alta altitude, low temperature, maximum reliability
Important Warnings
Although LC1E is not fully discontinued, Schneider officially recommends LC1N for better supply continuity
630A contactors typically control ~315kW (440V) three‑phase motors; match load, duty cycle, and environment
Use matched thermal relays: LRE630N (LC1E/LC1N) or LRD630 (LC1D/LC1F)