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BF3800A02460 - 3P CONTACTOR 38A AC3 24/60
MPN: BF3800A02460
Special Price
£100.82
£84.02
Regular Price
£168.05
Why Choose the BF3800A02460?
The Lovato BF3800A02460 is a three‑pole contactor engineered for dependable motor and power switching. It features an AC coil rated 24 VAC at 60 Hz and delivers IEC AC3 performance of 38 A / 18.5 kW at 400 V, with 56 A Ith (AC1). Flexible screw or 35 mm DIN rail mounting streamlines installation in control panels.
Built to endure harsh conditions, the BF38 platform offers Ui 690 V insulation, 6 kV impulse withstand and a mechanical life of 20,000,000 cycles. It operates from −50 to 70 °C and up to 3000 m altitude, with Pollution Degree 3. Rated 30 HP at 480 V (UL/CSA), and compliant with IEC/EN/BS, UL and CSA standards.
Key Benefits
- Strong AC3 performance: 38 A / 18.5 kW at 400 V.
- 24 VAC, 60 Hz coil suits common control voltages.
- Screw or 35 mm DIN rail mounting for easy installation.
- Wide operating range from −50 to 70 °C.
- Robust insulation: Ui 690 V and 6 kV Uimp.
- Long mechanical life rated at 20,000,000 cycles.
- Certified IEC/EN/BS, UL and CSA compliance for assurance.
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: 424 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 BF3800A02460 three-pole contactor
- Manufacturer datasheet (downloadable PDF)
Applications
- Motor control and switching for three-phase loads up to 38 A AC3 at 400 V.
- Industrial control panels using 24 VAC coils and 35 mm DIN rail.
- Pumps, fans and compressors up to 30 HP at 480 V (UL/CSA).
- General-purpose power switching within Ui 690 V systems.
Frequently Asked Questions
What coil voltage and frequency does the BF3800A02460 use?
It uses a 24 VAC coil rated for 60 Hz operation.
What is its AC3 switching capacity at 400 V?
It is rated 38 A / 18.5 kW under IEC AC3 at 400 V.
How can this contactor be mounted?
It supports screw mounting or 35 mm DIN rail installation.
Which standards does it conform to?
IEC/EN/BS 60947-1 and 60947-4-1, UL 60947-1 and 60947-4-1, and CSA C22.2 n° 60947-1 and 60947-4-1.
What environmental limits does it support?
It operates from −50 to 70 °C and up to 3000 m altitude, Pollution Degree 3.
Safety note: Install and commission only by qualified personnel. Isolate power before work, observe the stated ratings and environmental limits, and tighten terminals to 2.5–3 Nm in line with applicable standards.
| Manufacturer Part Number | BF3800A02460 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Lovato |
| HS Code | 85365080 |
| Barcode | 8013975161265 |
| Coil Voltage | 24V |
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