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BF1201A02460 - 3P CONTACTOR 1NC 12A AC3 24/60
MPN: BF1201A02460
Why Choose the BF1201A02460?
Lovato BF1201A02460 is a robust three-pole contactor designed for reliable motor control and industrial automation. Featuring a 24 VAC 60 Hz coil and AC-3 rating of 12 A/5.7 kW at 400 V, it delivers dependable switching performance. A built-in 1NC auxiliary with mirror contact function enhances safety feedback. Flexible installation via screw fixing or 35 mm DIN rail suits control panels and machinery across demanding UK plant environments.
Built to international standards, the BF1201A02460 (BF12 designation) offers 690 V Ui and 6 kV Uimp insulation levels, with Ith (AC-1) of 28 A. Longevity is supported by 20,000,000 mechanical cycles and a broad -50 to +70 °C operating range up to 3000 m altitude. Terminal tightening torque is 1.5–1.8 Nm. Conformity covers IEC/EN/BS 60947-1/-4-1, plus UL and CSA standards for dependable, compliant installations.
Key Benefits
- AC-3 motor duty 12 A/5.7 kW at 400 V for reliable switching.
- 24 VAC 60 Hz coil for straightforward control integration.
- Integrated 1NC auxiliary with mirror contact for status feedback.
- High insulation: Ui 690 V and 6 kV impulse withstand.
- Long mechanical life rated at 20,000,000 operations.
- Wide -50 to +70 °C operating range and up to 3000 m altitude.
- Flexible screw or 35 mm DIN rail mounting in panels.
Technical Specification
- Product type designation: BF12
- Number of poles: 3
- Rated insulation voltage Ui (IEC/EN): 690 V
- Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp: 6 kV
- Ith (IEC): 28 A
- Terminal tightening torque: 1.5 to 1.8 Nm
- Weight: 358 g
- Mechanical life: 20000000 cycles
- Operating temperature: -50 to 70 °C
- Storage temperature: -60 to 80 °C
- Max altitude: 3000 m
- Pollution degree: 3
What’s Included
- Lovato BF1201A02460 three-pole contactor
- Built-in 1NC auxiliary contact (mirror function)
- Manufacturer documentation
Applications
- AC-3 motor switching up to 12 A at 400 V
- Control panels and machine starters on 35 mm DIN rail
- Pumps, fans and conveyor control circuits
- General industrial automation using a 24 VAC coil
Frequently Asked Questions
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Safety note: Install and commission only by qualified personnel. Isolate power before work, verify 24 VAC 60 Hz coil supply, tighten terminals to 1.5–1.8 Nm, and operate within specified environmental limits and standards.
| Manufacturer Part Number | BF1201A02460 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Lovato |
| HS Code | 85365080 |
| Barcode | 8013975160428 |
| Coil Voltage | 24V |