Allen-Bradley 500F-BOD930 NEMA Contactor

The Allen-Bradley 500F-BOD930, also cataloged as the 500F-BOD930 NEMA Contactor, operates as a dedicated hardware component for switching electrical motor loads within industrial control panels and motor control centers.

Suffix Breakdown & Model Matrix

• 500F-BOD930: Standard NEMA Size 1 feed-through contactor featuring top-wired power poles and an integrated auxiliary contact.
• Coil Voltage Configuration: Designed for 110/120 VAC operation at 50/60 Hz line frequencies.

Hardware Specifications

Profinet and EtherNet/IP Deterministic Networks

The contactor integrates into broader control architectures where digital output commands from programmable logic controllers trigger inductive load switching through interposing relays or direct controller outputs. Its electromechanical coil design ensures rapid armature closure and consistent contact pressure across high-density switching cycles. Firmware flash and network compatibility are maintained through coordinated PLC output mapping, preserving deterministic timing across motor starter feedback loops.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can the auxiliary contact block on the 500F-BOD930 be replaced or expanded in the field?

A: Yes, modular auxiliary contact blocks can typically be added or replaced on NEMA contactors, provided the specific catalog series supports modular block stacking.

Q: What is the nominal control voltage required to energize the contactor coil?

A: The device requires a control power source of 110/120 VAC operating at either 50 Hz or 60 Hz line frequency.

Q: Is this open-type contactor rated for standalone mounting outside an enclosure?

A: No, being an open-type device, it must be installed inside a properly rated NEMA/IP enclosure to protect against dust, moisture, and accidental personnel contact.

Field Installation Guidelines

• Panel Mounting: Secure the contactor firmly to a flat, grounded metal subpanel using recommended mounting hardware through the chassis mounting holes.
• Power Wiring: Connect incoming and outgoing power conductors to the top-wired feed-through terminals, ensuring terminal screws are torqued to manufacturer specifications to prevent high-resistance joints.
• Coil and Control Connections: Wire the 110/120 VAC control circuit to the coil terminals, keeping control wiring separated from high-current motor power cables to minimize electrical noise coupling.