{"product_id":"allen-bradley-1503vc-bmc5-intellivac-contactor-control-module","title":"Allen-Bradley 1503VC-BMC5 IntelliVAC Contactor Control Module","description":"\u003ch1\u003eAllen-Bradley 1503VC-BMC5 IntelliVAC Contactor Control Module\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllen-Bradley 1503VC-BMC5\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1503VC-BMC5\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIntelliVAC Contactor Control Module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for electronic actuation and supervision of medium-voltage vacuum contactors within Bulletin 1502 motor starter and feeder control systems. The module manages contactor coil control, drop-out timing, status monitoring, and protection-related operating functions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 391.876px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\" style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\" style=\"width: 32.6646%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\" style=\"width: 64.4782%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 32.6646%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 64.4782%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e1503VC-BMC5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 32.6646%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 64.4782%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eAllen-Bradley\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 32.6646%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 64.4782%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eContactor Control Modules\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 32.6646%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 64.4782%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eBulletin 1503VC Series E\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 32.6646%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 64.4782%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eControl of Bulletin 1502 vacuum contactors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 32.6646%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eControl Method\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 64.4782%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eElectronic contactor control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 32.6646%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eInrush Current Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 64.4782%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e400 A \/ 800 A contactor compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 32.6646%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 64.4782%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e0 deg C to 60 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 32.6646%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eAltitude Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 64.4782%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e-1000 m to 5000 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 32.6646%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eRelative Humidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 64.4782%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eUp to 95% non-condensing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 32.6646%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eStatus Output Contacts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 64.4782%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e250 VAC rms, 5 A resistive load\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 32.6646%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eReactive Contact Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 64.4782%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e2 A, PF = 0.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 32.6646%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003eShock Resistance (Operational)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 64.4782%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e15 g peak, 11 ms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 32.6646%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eDrop-Out Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 64.4782%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eSelectable for fuse coordination\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 32.6646%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003eAltitude Compensation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 64.4782%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003eElectronic (400 A contactors) or mechanical (800 A contactors)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 32.6646%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eProtection Features\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 64.4782%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eOvercurrent, overvoltage, motor overload monitoring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 32.6646%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eEnclosure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 64.4782%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eProtected panel installation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEtherNet\/IP Integration and Contactor Control Architecture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1503VC-BMC5 is designed for deterministic contactor control within medium-voltage motor starter systems. While the module itself performs local control and monitoring of Bulletin 1502 vacuum contactors, it can operate within automation architectures that incorporate EtherNet\/IP-connected controllers and motor control systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelectable contactor drop-out timing allows coordination with upstream protective devices and medium-voltage fuse systems. The module also supports contactor status feedback through dedicated output contacts, enabling integration with supervisory control logic and alarm handling functions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does the 1503VC-BMC5 directly control medium-voltage motors?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No. The module controls the associated Bulletin 1502 vacuum contactor. Motor power switching is performed by the contactor assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can contactor drop-out timing be adjusted?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. The module provides selectable drop-out timing to support coordination with medium-voltage fuse protection schemes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does the module provide status feedback to external control systems?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. Status output contacts are provided and rated for up to 250 VAC rms, 5 A resistive load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstall the module inside a protected control enclosure according to the applicable Bulletin 1503VC installation documentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe-energize all medium-voltage and control-voltage sources before wiring or servicing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVerify compatibility between the installed IntelliVAC module and the connected Bulletin 1502 vacuum contactor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain separation between control wiring and medium-voltage conductors within the enclosure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirm proper grounding of the motor control equipment and associated metallic structures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVerify ambient conditions remain within the specified temperature, humidity, and altitude limits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspect control terminals and status output wiring for secure connections before commissioning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTest contactor operation and status feedback circuits after installation and before placing the equipment into service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Allen-Bradley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43441788715098,"sku":"1503VC-BMC5","price":123.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/4601\/3530\/files\/1503VC-BMC52.jpg?v=1780381915","url":"https:\/\/www.plcmasters.com\/products\/allen-bradley-1503vc-bmc5-intellivac-contactor-control-module","provider":"PLC Masters Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}