BF3200D060 - 3P CONTACTOR 32A AC3 60VDC

Why Choose the Lovato BF3200D060 Three-Pole Contactor?

The Lovato BF3200D060 is a robust three-pole industrial power contactor designed for reliable motor control and load switching in machinery, HVAC systems, automation panels and industrial control cabinets. Part of the Lovato BF32 contactor series, it provides dependable switching performance with a 60 V DC coil, making it suitable for DC control circuits in industrial automation and machine control applications.

With an IEC conventional free air thermal current Ith of 56 A in AC-1 duty, the BF3200D060 is well suited to resistive and general load switching. It also provides an AC-3 operational current of 32 A and a 16 kW motor rating at 400 V, making it a strong choice for controlling three-phase motors, pumps, fans, conveyors and production equipment.

The contactor features a compact three-pole 3 NO main contact arrangement, screw terminals and flexible screw or 35 mm DIN rail mounting. It is compatible with Lovato BF-series accessories, including auxiliary contact blocks, surge suppressors, mechanical interlocks, fourth-pole modules and direct-mount overload relays, allowing panel builders to adapt the contactor for a wide range of industrial control applications.

Key Advantages

• Reliable three-pole power contactor for industrial motor control and load switching.
• 32 A AC-3 operational current for three-phase motor switching duties.
• 16 kW AC-3 motor power rating at 400 V.
• 56 A AC-1 thermal current rating for resistive and general load applications.
• 60 V DC coil for compatible DC control circuits.
• 690 V rated insulation voltage and 6 kV impulse withstand voltage.
• Supports screw fixing or 35 mm DIN rail mounting for flexible panel installation.
• Compatible with Lovato BF-series auxiliary contacts, interlocks, surge suppressors and overload relays.

Key Features

• Lovato BF32 series industrial contactor.
• Three-pole design with 3 NO main contacts.
• DC coil with 60 V DC rated control voltage.
• 56 A Ith / AC-1 rating at ambient temperature up to 40 °C.
• 32 A AC-3 operational current at up to 440 V and 55 °C.
• 16 kW AC-3 motor power rating at 400 V.
• 20 HP UL/CSA rating at 460/480 V.
• 25 HP UL/CSA rating at 575/600 V.
• IP20 terminal protection when correctly wired.
• 20 million mechanical cycle life for long service reliability.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Lovato Electric
• Series: BF32
• Model: BF3200D060
• Product type: Power contactor
• Contact configuration: 3 NO
• Number of poles: 3
• Type of coil: DC coil
• Rated coil voltage: 60 V DC
• DC operating voltage range: pick-up 70 to 125% Us, drop-out 10 to 40% Us
• Average coil consumption: 5.4 W inrush / 5.4 W holding at ≤20 °C
• Rated insulation voltage Ui: 690 V
• Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp: 6 kV
• Operational frequency: 25 to 400 Hz
• IEC conventional free air thermal current Ith: 56 A at up to 40 °C
• AC-1 operational current: 56 A at up to 40 °C, 45 A at up to 55 °C, 40 A at up to 70 °C
• AC-3 operational current: 32 A at up to 440 V and 55 °C
• AC-4 operational current at 400 V: 13.5 A
• Rated operational power AC-3: 8.8 kW at 230 V, 16 kW at 400 V, 17 kW at 415 V, 17 kW at 440 V, 20 kW at 500 V, 22 kW at 690 V
• Rated operational power AC-1: 21 kW at 230 V, 36 kW at 400 V, 45 kW at 500 V, 62 kW at 690 V
• DC-1 current with 1 pole in series: 30 A at ≤24 V, 26 A at 48 V, 22 A at 75 V, 8 A at 110 V
• DC-1 current with 2 poles in series: 32 A at ≤24 V, 32 A at 48 V, 28 A at 75 V, 25 A at 110 V, 3 A at 220 V
• DC-1 current with 3 poles in series: 32 A at ≤24 V, 32 A at 48 V, 32 A at 75 V, 27 A at 110 V, 23 A at 220 V
• DC-3 / DC-5 current with 1 pole in series: 20 A at ≤24 V, 17 A at 48 V, 15 A at 75 V, 2.5 A at 110 V
• DC-3 / DC-5 current with 2 poles in series: 25 A at ≤24 V, 22 A at 48 V, 20 A at 75 V, 15 A at 110 V, 3 A at 220 V
• DC-3 / DC-5 current with 3 poles in series: 30 A at ≤24 V, 28 A at 48 V, 28 A at 75 V, 20 A at 110 V, 23 A at 220 V
• UL/CSA single-phase horsepower rating: 3 HP at 110/120 V, 7.5 HP at 230 V
• UL/CSA three-phase horsepower rating: 10 HP at 200/208 V, 10 HP at 220/240 V, 20 HP at 460/480 V, 25 HP at 575/600 V
• Full-load current for three-phase AC motor: 27 A at 480 V, 27 A at 600 V
• General use AC current: 55 A
• Rated operational voltage AC UL: 600 V
• Recommended IEC fuse protection: 63 A gG or 32 A aM
• UL high fault short-circuit protection: 100 kA with 100 A Class J fuse at 600 V
• UL standard fault short-circuit protection: 5 kA with 125 A fuse at 600 V
• Short-time allowable current: 320 A for 10 s
• Making capacity: 320 A RMS
• Breaking capacity: 256 A at 440 V, 240 A at 500 V, 192 A at 690 V
• Resistance per pole: approx. 2 mΩ
• Power dissipation per pole: 6 W at Ith, 2 W at AC-3
• Power terminal tightening torque: 2.5 to 3 Nm
• Coil terminal tightening torque: 0.8 to 1 Nm
• Maximum conductors per terminal: 2
• Flexible conductor section without lug: 2.5 to 16 mm²
• Flexible conductor section with lug: 1 to 10 mm²
• Power terminal protection: IP20 when properly wired
• Cable stripping length: 10 mm main circuit, 8 mm command circuit
• Mounting type: Screw fixing or 35 mm DIN rail
• Operating position: Vertical plane, plus or minus 30° allowable
• Mechanical life: 20,000,000 cycles
• Electrical life: 1,600,000 cycles
• Maximum mechanical operating frequency: 3,600 cycles/hour
• DC operating time: NO closing 54 to 66 ms, NO opening 14 to 17 ms
• Operating temperature: -50 °C to +70 °C
• Storage temperature: -60 °C to +80 °C
• Maximum altitude: 3,000 m
• Pollution degree: 3
• EMC compatibility: Yes
• Width: approx. 48 mm
• Height: approx. 93 mm
• Depth: approx. 110 mm
• Weight: approx. 560 g
• Package dimensions: 93 x 48 x 110 mm
• Package volume: 491.04 cm³
• EAN: 8013975166635
• HS code: 85365080
• Standards: IEC/EN/BS 60947-1, IEC/EN/BS 60947-4-1, UL 60947-1, UL 60947-4-1, CSA C22.2 60947-1, CSA C22.2 60947-4-1, IEC/EN 60335-2-89
• Certifications: CCC, EAC, cULus, UL 60335-2-40 LZGH A2L, CSA C22.2 60335-2-40 LZGH A2L, UL 60335-2-89 LZGH A2L, CSA C22.2 No. 60335-2-89 LZGH A2L

Reliable Three-Pole Switching for DC-Controlled Motor Panels

Contactors such as the Lovato BF3200D060 allow motors and electrical loads to be switched remotely using a separate control circuit. When the 60 V DC coil is energised, the three main contacts close and allow current to flow to the connected load. This makes the contactor suitable for motor starters, machinery panels, HVAC systems, pumping equipment and automated production lines using DC control.

The BF32 frame size provides higher AC-3 switching capability than smaller BF contactors while retaining a compact panel footprint. With a 32 A AC-3 rating, direct accessory compatibility and a long mechanical service life, it is a practical choice for machine builders, maintenance engineers and control panel manufacturers requiring dependable three-phase switching.

Typical Applications

• Three-phase motor control panels and direct-on-line starters.
• DC control systems requiring a 60 V DC contactor coil.
• Pump, fan and compressor switching.
• Conveyor systems and material handling equipment.
• HVAC and refrigeration control systems.
• Industrial machinery and automated production equipment.
• Resistive load switching, heating circuits and general AC load control.
• OEM control panels, plant maintenance and automation upgrades.

Trusted by Panel Builders and Automation Engineers

Lovato BF series contactors are widely used by control panel builders, machine builders and maintenance engineers who require reliable motor switching, clear electrical ratings and flexible accessory support for industrial installations.