Overview
The Allen-Bradley 100-FA13 Series B is a four-pole auxiliary contact block engineered for use with 100-C series contactors. This unit features 1 normally open (NO) and 3 normally closed (NC) contacts and delivers dependable auxiliary switching for motor control, automation, and safety circuits. The front-mount design with screw terminals enables straightforward installation and maintenance in industrial control systems.
Key Features
- 1NO/3NC Contact Configuration – Four-pole design with one normally open and three normally closed contact blocks for flexible circuit logic
- Front-Mount Installation – Snap-on mounting directly to 100-C series contactors eliminates wiring complexity and reduces downtime
- Screw Terminals – Durable screw terminal connections ensure secure, reliable wiring without additional hardware
- Compatible with Bulletin 300 – Meets IEC standards and integrates seamlessly with standard Allen-Bradley 100-C contactor frames
- Compact Four-Pole Design – Space-efficient mounting profile simplifies panel layouts and control enclosures
Technical Specifications
| Part Number | 100-FA13 |
| Manufacturer | Allen-Bradley (Rockwell Automation) |
| Series | Series B, Bulletin 300 |
| Contact Configuration | 1 Normally Open (NO), 3 Normally Closed (NC) |
| Number of Poles | 4 |
| Rated Contact Current | 10A |
| Terminal Type | Screw Terminals |
| Mounting Style | Front Mount (Snap-On) |
| Compatible Frames | ED (100-C09 through 100-C97 3-pole IEC-rated contactors) |
| Product Category | Contactor Accessory / Auxiliary Contact |
Typical Applications
- Motor Control Circuits – Provides auxiliary status signals and logic switching in motor starter and contactor applications
- Safety Interlocks – Supplies redundant or auxiliary contact switching for safety circuits and emergency stop logic
- Automation and PLC Logic – Feeds status signals into programmable logic controllers for real-time monitoring of contactor state
- Control Panel Wiring – Manages pilot lights, alarm circuits, and secondary control logic in industrial control enclosures
- HVAC and Pump Control – Common in heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and fluid handling systems requiring auxiliary contact feedback
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Allen-Bradley 100-C09 through 100-C97 3-pole IEC-rated contactors
- Bulletin 300 contactors
- Standard contactor control enclosures with ED-frame mounting
- Industrial motor control and automation systems requiring auxiliary contact integration
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
Verify compatibility with your specific contactor model and control circuit requirements. The 100-FA13 is designed as a direct auxiliary contact accessory for 100-C series contactors; replacement compatibility with other brands should be confirmed with your system integrator.
Works With
- Allen-Bradley 100-C contactor line (front-mount auxiliary contact integration)
- Standard motor control circuits and pilot devices
- Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) requiring external auxiliary status signals
- IEC 60947 compliant control systems
