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BF3800A024 Lovato contactor 3 pole AC3:38A 18.5kw 24VAC coil
MPN: BF3800A024
Special Price
£96.95
£80.79
Regular Price
£161.58
Why Choose the BF3800A024?
The Lovato BF3800A024 three-pole contactor delivers reliable AC3 switching performance at 400V, rated 38A/18.5Kw, with a 24VAC 50/60Hz coil for straightforward control integration. Flexible installation via screw or 35mm DIN rail mounting streamlines panel builds. With Ui 690 V and 6 kV Uimp, this BF38 series device is built for demanding environments and conforms to IEC/EN/BS 60947-1 and 60947-4-1.
Its robust design supports a wide operating temperature from -50 to 70 °C and a mechanical life of 20,000,000 cycles, ensuring long service in control panels. Rated Ith (AC1) 56 A, UL/CSA 30 HP at 480V, and specified terminal torque of 2.5 to 3 Nm provide dependable performance and secure connections up to 3000 m altitude in pollution degree 3 environments.
Key Benefits
- AC-3 38 A at 400 V for dependable motor switching.
- 24 VAC 50/60 Hz coil for broad control circuit compatibility.
- Dual screw or 35 mm DIN rail mounting flexibility.
- High mechanical life of 20,000,000 cycles.
- Wide -50 to 70 °C operating temperature range.
- Robust insulation: Ui 690 V and Uimp 6 kV.
- UL/CSA 30 HP at 480 V rating included.
Technical Specification
- Product type designation: BF38
- Number of poles: 3
- Rated insulation voltage Ui (IEC/EN): 690 V
- Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp: 6 kV
- Ith (IEC): 56 A
- Terminal tightening torque: 2.5 to 3 Nm
- Weight: 429 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 BF3800A024 three-pole contactor
- Manufacturer installation and safety information
- Product datasheet (downloadable)
Applications
- AC-3 duty motor switching up to 38A / 18.5Kw at 400V
- Three-phase contactor duties in industrial control panels
- Control circuits using a 24VAC 50/60Hz coil
- Installations requiring DIN rail 35mm or screw mounting
- Use within -50 to 70 °C and up to 3000 m altitude
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the coil ratings for the BF3800A024?
It has an AC coil 50/60Hz rated at 24 V.
How can this contactor be mounted?
It supports screw mounting or 35 mm DIN rail installation.
What is the AC3 rating at 400 V?
It is rated 38A/18.5Kw for AC3 duty at 400 V.
Which standards does it conform to?
It conforms to IEC/EN/BS 60947-1 and 60947-4-1, plus UL and CSA equivalents.
What environmental and endurance ratings apply?
Operating temperature is -50 to 70 °C, with a mechanical life of 20,000,000 cycles.
Safety note: Installation and commissioning must be performed by qualified personnel. Isolate power before wiring, observe the 2.5–3 Nm terminal torque, and operate within the specified ratings and environmental limits.
| Manufacturer Part Number | BF3800A024 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Lovato |
| KW Rating | 18.5kW |
| Number of Poles | 3 Pole |
| Coil Voltage | 24VAC |
| AC3 Amperage | 38A |
| AC1 Amperage | 60A |
| Barcode | 8013975161210 |
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