BF9400E024 - 3P CONTACTOR 94A AC3 20-48VAC/DC

Why Choose the Lovato BF9400E024 Three-Pole Contactor?

The Lovato BF9400E024 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 BF94 contactor range, it provides robust switching performance for machinery, HVAC systems, pumps, compressors, conveyors, production equipment and electrical distribution panels.

This model features a wide-range 20...48 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 low-voltage 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 94 A at 400 V, 55 kW motor rating at 400 V and a high AC-1 thermal current rating of 115 A, the BF9400E024 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.
• 20...48 V AC/DC electronic coil for flexible low-voltage control circuit compatibility.
• 94 A AC-3 operating current at 400 V for demanding motor switching duties.
• 55 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 BF94 contactor series.
• Three-pole power contactor.
• 3 normally open main contacts.
• 20...48 V AC/DC rated control voltage.
• Electronic AC/DC coil for broad low-voltage supply compatibility.
• IEC AC-3 current at 400 V: 94 A.
• IEC AC-3 motor power at 400 V: 55 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: BF94
• Model: BF9400E024
• 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: 20...48 V AC/DC
• Nominal control voltage: 24 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: 95 A
• IEC operating current Ie AC-3 at 400 V: 94 A
• IEC operating current Ie AC-4 at 400 V: 45 A
• Rated operational current AC-3 at 230 V: 94 A
• Rated operational current AC-3 at 400 V: 94 A
• Rated operational current AC-3 at 415 V: 94 A
• Rated operational current AC-3 at 440 V: 94 A
• Rated operational current AC-3 at 500 V: 78 A
• Rated operational current AC-3 at 690 V: 57 A
• Rated operational current AC-3 at 1000 V: 28 A
• IEC AC-3 motor power at 230 V: 30 kW
• IEC AC-3 motor power at 400 V: 55 kW
• IEC AC-3 motor power at 415 V: 55 kW
• IEC AC-3 motor power at 440 V: 55 kW
• IEC AC-3 motor power at 500 V: 55 kW
• IEC AC-3 motor power at 690 V: 55 kW
• IEC AC-3 motor power at 1000 V: 37 kW
• Rated operational power AC-1 at 230 V: 43 kW
• Rated operational power AC-1 at 400 V: 76 kW
• Rated operational power AC-1 at 500 V: 95 kW
• Rated operational power AC-1 at 690 V: 120 kW
• Short-time allowable current for 10 seconds: 640 A
• Protection fuse: 125 A gG or 100 A aM
• Making capacity: 950 A RMS
• Breaking capacity at 440 V: 640 A
• Breaking capacity at 500 V: 625 A
• Breaking capacity at 690 V: 456 A
• Resistance per pole: approx. 0.6 mΩ
• Power dissipation per pole: 7.9 W at Ith, 5.4 W at AC-3
• AC operating voltage pick-up range: 80 to 110% Us
• AC operating voltage drop-out range: ≤70% Us minimum
• AC average coil consumption: 35...120 VA in-rush, 1.5...3.7 VA holding
• DC operating voltage pick-up range: 80 to 110% Us
• DC operating voltage drop-out range: ≤70% Us minimum
• DC average coil consumption: 23...68 W in-rush, 1.2...1.9 W holding
• Average AC closing time: 12 to 28 ms
• Average AC opening time: 8 to 22 ms
• Average DC closing time: 40 to 85 ms
• Average DC opening time: 20 to 55 ms
• 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: 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 according to IEC/EN 60529
• Mounting type: Screw mounting / 35 mm DIN rail
• Operating position: Vertical plane, allowable ±30°
• Mechanical life: 15,000,000 cycles
• Electrical life: 1,100,000 cycles
• Mechanical operating frequency: up to 1,500 cycles per hour
• Operating temperature: -50 to +70 °C
• Storage temperature: -60 to +80 °C
• Maximum altitude: 3,000 m
• Pollution degree: 3
• EMC compatibility: Yes
• Width: approx. 55 mm
• Height: approx. 136 mm
• Depth: approx. 114.5 mm
• Weight: 1060 g
• Package quantity: 1
• Package dimensions: 141 x 63 x 120 mm
• Package volume: 1066 cm³
• EAN: 8013975243763
• HS code: 85365080
• Certifications: CCC, EAC, cULus, 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 BF9400E024 allow motors and electrical loads to be switched remotely from a control circuit. When the 20...48 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 BF94 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 panel design and spare part selection where compatible low-voltage 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 55 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.