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BF1801A400 Lovato contactor 3 pole AC3:18A 7.5kw 400vac coil 1nc aux
MPN: BF1801A400
Special Price
£55.72
£46.43
Regular Price
£92.86
Why Choose the BF1801A400?
Designed for reliable motor and load switching, the Lovato BF1801A400 three-pole contactor delivers 18 A AC-3 performance at 400 V with a 400 V AC 50/60 Hz coil. Supplied with a 1NC auxiliary featuring mirror contact function, it supports screw fixing or 35 mm DIN rail mounting. Robust insulation (Ui 690 V) and 6 kV impulse withstand make the BF1801A400 a dependable choice in control panels.
Engineered to international standards (IEC/EN/BS 60947 and UL/CSA), this BF18 series contactor offers a long mechanical life of 20,000,000 cycles and operates from -50 to 70 °C up to 3000 m altitude, pollution degree 3. Rated 10 HP at 480 V (UL/CSA), with terminal torque 1.5 to 1.8 Nm, it integrates seamlessly into industrial automation and machinery control.
Key Benefits
- Three-pole contactor with 18 A AC-3 at 400 V capability.
- 400 V AC coil, 50/60 Hz, stable control supply.
- Integrated 1NC auxiliary with mirror contact for reliable feedback.
- Flexible screw or 35 mm DIN rail mounting options.
- High mechanical life: 20,000,000 cycles for long service.
- Rated insulation 690 V and 6 kV impulse withstand.
- Wide operating temperature from -50 to 70 °C.
- Certified to IEC/EN/BS and UL/CSA standards for compliance.
Technical Specification
- Product type designation: BF18
- Number of poles: 3
- Rated insulation voltage Ui (IEC/EN): 690 V
- Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp: 6 kV
- Ith (IEC): 32 A
- Terminal tightening torque: 1.5 to 1.8 Nm
- Weight: 368 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 BF1801A400 three-pole contactor
- Built-in 1NC auxiliary contact (mirror contact function)
- Installation leaflet
- Manufacturer packaging
Applications
- Three-phase motor starters (AC-3) up to 7.5 kW at 400 V
- Resistive loads (AC-1) up to 32 A
- Control panels using 400 V AC control circuits
- Pumps, fans and compressors within stated ratings
- General industrial automation and machinery switching
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the coil voltage and frequency?
The coil is 400 V AC and operates at 50/60 Hz.
What is the AC-3 rating at 400 V?
It is rated 18 A, equivalent to 7.5 kW at 400 V (IEC).
Does it include auxiliary contacts?
Yes, it has a built-in 1NC auxiliary with a mirror contact function.
How can it be mounted?
It supports screw mounting or 35 mm DIN rail installation.
Which standards does it comply with?
IEC/EN/BS 60947-1 and 60947-4-1, plus UL and CSA equivalents.
Safety note: Installation and commissioning must be performed by a qualified electrician. Isolate all power before work, tighten terminals to 1.5 to 1.8 Nm, and operate within the stated ratings and environmental limits.
| Manufacturer Part Number | BF1801A400 |
|---|---|
| HS Code | 85365080 |
| Manufacturer | Lovato |
| KW Rating | 7.5kW |
| Number of Poles | 3 Pole |
| Coil Voltage | 400VAC |
| AC3 Amperage | 18A |
| AC1 Amperage | 32A |
| Auxillaries | 1NC |
| Barcode | 8013975160657 |
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