BF8000E230 - 3P CONTACTOR 80A AC3 100-230VAC/DC 50/60HZ

Why Choose the Lovato BF8000E230 Three-Pole Contactor?

The Lovato BF8000E230 is a heavy-duty three-pole power contactor designed for reliable motor switching, industrial load control and control panel integration. As part of the Lovato Electric BF80 contactor range, it provides robust electrical performance for machinery, HVAC systems, pumps, compressors, conveyors, production equipment and power distribution panels.

This model features a wide-range 100...250 V AC/DC electronic coil and a 3 normally open main pole configuration, making it suitable for three-phase motor control and general AC load switching where flexible AC or DC control supply compatibility is required. Its screw terminal design supports secure wiring in demanding industrial installations.

With an IEC AC-3 operating current of 80 A up to 440 V, 45 kW motor rating at 400 V and a high AC-1 thermal current rating of 115 A, the BF8000E230 is built for demanding motor control and load switching applications. The unit supports screw fixing or 35 mm DIN rail mounting, making it practical for professional panel builders, OEMs and maintenance engineers.

Key Advantages

• Industrial three-pole power contactor for motor control and load switching.
• 100...250 V AC/DC electronic coil for flexible control circuit compatibility.
• 80 A AC-3 operating current up to 440 V for demanding motor switching duties.
• 45 kW motor rating at 400 V AC-3 for industrial machinery applications.
• 115 A AC-1 thermal current for resistive and general-purpose switching loads.
• 60 HP UL/CSA rating at 460/480 V for three-phase motor applications.
• 1000 V rated insulation voltage and 8 kV impulse withstand voltage.
• Supports screw fixing or 35 mm DIN rail mounting.

Key Features

• Lovato Electric BF80 contactor series.
• Three-pole power contactor.
• 3 normally open main contacts.
• 100...250 V AC/DC rated control voltage.
• Electronic AC/DC coil for broad supply compatibility.
• IEC AC-3 current up to 440 V: 80 A.
• IEC AC-3 motor power at 400 V: 45 kW.
• IEC AC-1 conventional free air thermal current: 115 A.
• UL/CSA horsepower rating at 460/480 V: 60 HP.
• Rated insulation voltage Ui: 1000 V.
• Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp: 8 kV.
• 15,000,000 mechanical cycles for long service life.
• Screw terminals for secure industrial wiring.
• DIN rail or screw mounting for electrical panel installation.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Lovato Electric
• Series: BF80
• Model: BF8000E230
• Product type: Three-pole contactor
• Product designation: Power contactor
• Contact configuration: 3NO
• Number of poles: 3
• Coil type: AC/DC electronic coil
• Rated coil voltage: 100...250 V AC/DC
• Rated insulation voltage Ui: 1000 V
• Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp: 8 kV
• Operational frequency range: 25 to 400 Hz
• IEC conventional free air thermal current Ith: 115 A at 40 °C
• IEC operating current Ie AC-1 at 40 °C: 115 A
• IEC operating current Ie AC-1 at 55 °C: 95 A
• IEC operating current Ie AC-1 at 70 °C: 80 A
• IEC operating current Ie AC-3 up to 440 V: 80 A
• IEC operating current Ie AC-4 at 400 V: 38 A
• IEC AC-3 motor power at 400 V: 45 kW
• Rated operational power AC-1 at 400 V: approx. 75 kW
• Short-time allowable current for 10 seconds: 640 A
• Protection fuse: 160 A gG or 100 A aM
• Power dissipation per pole: approx. 7.9 W at thermal current
• UL rated operational voltage: 600 V AC
• UL/CSA full-load current at 480 V: 77 A
• UL/CSA full-load current at 600 V: approx. 77 A
• UL/CSA horsepower rating at 200/208 V: 25 HP three-phase
• UL/CSA horsepower rating at 220/240 V: 30 HP three-phase
• UL/CSA horsepower rating at 460/480 V: 60 HP three-phase
• UL/CSA horsepower rating at 575/600 V: 75 HP three-phase
• General use UL/CSA current: 115 A
• Terminal type: Screw terminals
• Power terminal tightening torque: 4 to 5 Nm
• Coil terminal tightening torque: 0.8 to 1 Nm
• Maximum wires per terminal: 2
• Maximum flexible conductor section without lug: 35 mm²
• Power terminal protection: IP20 front
• Mounting type: Screw mounting / 35 mm DIN rail
• Operating position: Vertical plane, allowable ±30°
• Mechanical life: 15,000,000 cycles
• Electrical life: approx. 1,400,000 cycles
• Operating temperature: -40 to +70 °C
• Storage temperature: -50 to +80 °C
• Maximum altitude: 3,000 m
• Pollution degree: 3
• EMC compatibility: Yes
• Width: approx. 55 mm
• Height: approx. 136 mm
• Weight: 1060 g
• Package quantity: 1
• Package dimensions: 141 x 63 x 120 mm
• Package volume: 1066 cm³
• EAN: 8013975224076
• HS code: 85365080
• Certifications: cULus, CCC, UL 60335-2-40 LZGH A2L, CSA C22.2 n. 60335-2-40:22 LZGH A2L, UL 60335-2-89 LZGH A2L, CSA C22.2 No. 60335-2-89:21 LZGH A2L
• Standards: IEC/EN/BS 60947-1, IEC/EN/BS 60947-4-1, UL 60947-1, UL 60947-4-1, CSA C22.2 n° 60947-1, CSA C22.2 n° 60947-4-1, IEC/EN 60335-2-89

Reliable Motor Control for Industrial Machinery

Contactors such as the Lovato BF8000E230 allow motors and electrical loads to be switched remotely from a control circuit. When the 100...250 V AC/DC electronic coil is energised, the three normally open main contacts close to supply the connected load within the contactor’s rated utilisation category.

The BF80 frame size is well suited to industrial panels where dependable motor switching, high AC-1 load capacity and long mechanical service life are required. Its wide-range AC/DC coil helps simplify stock holding and panel design where compatible AC and DC control supplies may be used across different machines or installations.

Typical Applications

• Industrial motor control panels and machine cabinets.
• Three-phase motor switching up to 45 kW at 400 V AC-3.
• Pumps, fans, compressors and conveyors.
• HVAC, refrigeration and ventilation equipment.
• Production machinery and OEM automation systems.
• AC-1 resistive load switching up to 115 A at 40 °C.
• Electrical distribution and control circuits.
• Direct-on-line, reversing and star-delta starter assemblies when used with suitable accessories.

Trusted by Panel Builders Worldwide

Lovato BF contactors are widely used by panel builders, automation engineers and maintenance teams who need reliable motor switching, flexible AC/DC coil control and durable industrial performance.