{"product_id":"allen-bradley-700dc-p400z2-bulletin-700-dc-industrial-control-relay","title":"Allen-Bradley 700DC-P400Z2 Bulletin 700-DC Industrial Control Relay","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e700DC-P400Z2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eserves as a heavy-duty industrial control relay designed for high-voltage DC control circuits. As part of the Bulletin 700-DC series, this module manages switching logic for motors, solenoids, and large contactors in demanding power environments. While the manufacturer lists this model as discontinued, we provide\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Brand New, original factory stock\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto help you maintain legacy control panels without the risks of refurbished hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 700DC-P400Z2 features a robust electromagnetic design tailored for stable operation under high DC thermal loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContact Configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4 N.O. (Normally Open)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoil Operating Voltage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e230V \/ 250V DC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActuation Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDC Operated\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting Style\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStandard Rail Mount \/ Panel Mount\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Category\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndustrial Control Relay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.78 lbs (0.81 kg)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeavy-duty bridge-style contacts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEngineering Advantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Voltage DC Logic Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis relay handles 230V-250V DC control signals directly. It eliminates the need for voltage step-down transformers or additional interposing relays when interfacing with high-voltage DC bus systems common in utility and transit applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndustrial-Grade Arc Suppression:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe contact design specifically manages the aggressive arcing characteristics of high-voltage DC. This ensures a significantly longer mechanical and electrical life compared to standard general-purpose relays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Drop-in Maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSince we offer\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Brand New\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eunits, this relay matches the exact footprint and terminal layout of your existing 700DC installations. You avoid the engineering costs associated with re-drilling panels or updating wiring schematics for modern alternatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVibration Resistant Rail Mounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe secure rail-mount mechanism withstands the constant vibration of industrial machinery, preventing intermittent contact signals and ensuring system uptime in harsh manufacturing zones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use an AC coil relay as a substitute for the 700DC-P400Z2?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. DC-operated relays like the 700DC-P400Z2 utilize a solid core to prevent chattering and overheating. Using an AC relay in a 250VDC circuit will cause immediate coil failure and potential safety hazards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the significance of the \"400\" in the part number?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \"400\" designates the contact arrangement. In this series, it indicates 4 Normally Open (NO) poles and 0 Normally Closed (NC) poles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I ensure maximum contact life during installation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways verify that your load does not exceed the rated DC contact current. For inductive DC loads, we recommend installing external surge suppressors to further protect the contacts from back-EMF during disconnection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this unit compatible with modern DIN rails?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the 700DC-P400Z2 features a versatile mounting base that accommodates standard industrial rails as well as direct-to-panel screw mounting for maximum stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Allen-Bradley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52846621262133,"sku":"700DC-P400Z2","price":66.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0973\/7630\/5461\/files\/700DC-P400Z2.png?v=1778205467","url":"https:\/\/www.5gplc.com\/products\/allen-bradley-700dc-p400z2-bulletin-700-dc-industrial-control-relay","provider":"High Five PLC Solution Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}