ABB - Electrification BP38-4 - Mounting piece for replacing installed contactors fixed by screws by AF contactors.
ABB - Electrification

BP38-4

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Overview

The ABB BP38-4 Mounting Piece (SKU: BP38-4) from ABB Electrification is engineered to facilitate the direct replacement of legacy screw-fixed contactors, specifically models A26 through A40 and AL26 through AL40, with modern ABB AF series contactors, including AF09 through AF38. This adapter eliminates the necessity for panel modifications, significantly reducing installation time and minimizing system downtime during electrical system upgrades. The BP38-4 is designed for seamless integration with ABB’s AF contactor ecosystem, supporting both standard rail mounting per IEC/EN 60715 and direct screw fixing using 4 x M5 or 4 x M6 screws. Its precision manufacturing ensures secure and reliable connections, maintaining compatibility with existing control panel layouts. This mounting piece is an ideal solution for industrial automation, motor control applications, and power distribution systems where modernization is required without compromising performance or safety. Manufactured in Germany, the BP38-4 weighs a mere 0.003 kg per piece. It is supplied in a package quantity of 10 units (Order code: 1SBN112303T1000).
  • Facilitates replacement of screw-fixed contactors (A26-A40, AL26-AL40) with AF series (AF09-AF38).
  • Eliminates need for panel modifications, reducing installation time.
  • Supports both rail mounting (IEC/EN 60715) and screw fixing (4 x M5 or M6).
  • Designed for compatibility with ABB AF contactor ecosystem.
  • Manufactured in Germany.

Specifications

Application
Mainly used for controlling 3-phase motors and generally for controlling power circuits up to 690 V AC and 220 V DC. The contactors can also be used for many other applications such as bypass, capacitor switching, lighting, DC power circuits.
Connection
Screw Terminals
Material
Metal
Mounting Type
Rail Mounting (IEC/EN 60715) or Screw Fixing (4 x M5 or 4 x M6)
Mounting Type
Screw fixing (M5/M6) or rail mounting (IEC/EN 60715)
Series
AF
Series
BP38
Size
82x110x108mm
Special Features
Mounting piece for replacing installed contactors fixed by screws by AF contactors.
Standard
RoHs, CSA, cUL, CE, GOST
Terminal Type
Screw Terminals
Type
Contactors
Package Dimensions (L x W x H)
4.724 IN x 4.724 IN x 0.354 IN
Package Dimensions (L x W x H)
11.999 cm x 11.999 cm x 0.8992 cm
Package Weight (Imperial)
0.066 L
Package Weight (Metric)
0.030 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the weight of the BP38-4 mounting piece?

The BP38-4 weighs 0.003 kg per piece.

Where is the BP38-4 manufactured?

The BP38-4 is manufactured in Germany by ABB Electrification.

What contactors can the BP38-4 replace?

The BP38-4 replaces A26-A40 and AL26-AL40 screw-fixed contactors with AF09-AF38 series contactors.

Is the BP38-4 compatible with AF series contactors?

Yes, the BP38-4 is designed for direct compatibility with AF09-AF38 series contactors.

What mounting options does the BP38-4 support?

The BP38-4 supports rail mounting per IEC/EN 60715 and screw fixing using 4 x M5 or 4 x M6 screws.

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