Allen‑Bradley 100-D420EA00 High‑Performance Contactor for Pumps, Fans, and Compressors

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Product Overview

The 100-D420EA00 is a high‑current IEC contactor manufactured by Allen‑Bradley, a brand of Rockwell Automation, as part of the Bulletin 100‑D product family. This 3‑pole, non‑reversing contactor is rated at 420 Amperes (AC‑3, 400V) and designed for demanding motor control and power distribution applications across heavy industrial environments. The 100-D420EA00 utilizes an advanced electronic coil (EA type) with a wide control voltage range of 208‑277V AC (50/60 Hz), offering significantly lower power consumption and reduced heat generation compared to conventional magnetic coils.

A key distinguishing feature of the 100-D420EA00 is its integrated PLC interface, enabling direct connection to programmable logic controller digital output modules or solid‑state relays without requiring intermediate power amplifiers. This design characteristic, combined with the electronic coil’s low pick‑up and hold‑in power, enhances control reliability and simplifies control circuit design. The 100-D420EA00 achieves an electrical life exceeding 1 million operations under AC‑3 duty and a mechanical life of over 10 million operations, demonstrating its suitability for applications requiring frequent switching. With a rated insulation voltage of 690V and compliance with IEC 60947‑4‑1, UL 508, and CSA C22.2 No. 14 standards, the 100-D420EA00 meets global regulatory requirements for control panel integration.

Please note that the 100-D420EA00 has been discontinued by Rockwell Automation. Availability is now limited to aftermarket channels, with a

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Technical Specifications

Parameter Name Value
Product Model 100-D420EA00
Manufacturer Allen‑Bradley / Rockwell Automation
Product Type IEC Contactor, Non‑Reversing
Product Series Bulletin 100‑D (IEC 100 Contactors)
Number of Poles 3 (Main Power Poles)
Rated Operational Current (Ie) 420 A (AC‑3, 400V)
Rated Insulation Voltage (Ui) 690 V AC
Rated Control Power (AC‑3) 132 kW @ 230V / 238 kW @ 400V
Coil Type Electronic Coil with PLC Interface
Coil Control Voltage 208‑277V AC (50/60 Hz) / 200‑255V DC
Coil Power Consumption Pick‑up: low, Hold‑in: low (electronic design)
Electrical Life (AC‑3) ≥ 1,000,000 operations
Mechanical Life ≥ 10,000,000 operations
Auxiliary Contacts None (00 suffix, external add‑on blocks supported)
Operating Temperature -25°C to +60°C
Storage Temperature -40°C to +80°C
Mounting 35mm DIN rail or panel screw mounting
Protection Rating IP20 (cabinet installation)
Weight Approx. 8.2 kg
Certifications CE, cULus, UL 508, CSA, CCC, RoHS
Lifecycle Status Discontinued (Replaced by 100‑E400ED11)

 

Main Features and Advantages

Electronic Coil with Integrated PLC Interface:
The 100-D420EA00 is equipped with an electronic coil that fundamentally improves control performance over traditional electromechanical designs. Unlike conventional AC coils that draw high inrush current and maintain constant holding power, the electronic coil on the 100-D420EA00 consumes significantly less power and generates substantially less heat, reducing the burden on control circuits and improving panel thermal management. The integrated PLC interface enables direct control from digital output modules or solid‑state relays without requiring intermediate contactors or power amplifiers, simplifying system architecture and reducing component count. This feature is particularly valuable in automated systems where the 100-D420EA00 can be seamlessly integrated into control logic.

High Interrupting Capacity for Demanding Motor Applications:
The 100-D420EA00 is designed to meet the rigorous demands of IEC 60947‑4‑1 AC‑3 utilization category, delivering reliable switching of squirrel‑cage motors with high inrush currents. With a rated breaking capacity of 8‑10 times the nominal current (approximately 3360‑4200A), the 100-D420EA00 provides robust protection against contact welding during frequent start‑stop cycles. Its silver‑alloy contacts (Ag‑CdO) offer superior resistance to arc erosion, contributing to the contactor’s extended electrical life of over 1 million operations even under heavy inductive loads.

Modular Design and Application Flexibility:
The 100-D420EA00 features a modular auxiliary contact system that allows field‑installation of additional contact blocks to meet specific interlocking and feedback signaling requirements. While the base unit (00 suffix) comes without built‑in auxiliary contacts, the 100-D420EA00 supports side‑mounted add‑on blocks (e.g., 1NO+1NC), enabling engineers to customize the contactor configuration without overspecifying for unused built‑in contacts. The unit is compatible with a comprehensive range of accessories, including terminal lugs, terminal covers, surge suppressors (built into the electronic coil design), mechanical interlocks, and electronic overload relays such as the Bulletin 193 series.

Environmentally Conscious Design:
The 100-D420EA00 incorporates replaceable main power poles and contacts, reducing industrial waste by allowing component‑level refurbishment rather than complete unit replacement. The contactor is manufactured from environmentally friendly materials and components, aligning with sustainability initiatives in industrial operations.

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