BFD80T4E230 - 4P CONTACT.60A/1000V DC1 230VAC/DC

Why Choose the Lovato BFD80T4E230 Four-Pole DC Contactor?

The Lovato BFD80T4E230 is a heavy-duty four-pole DC contactor designed for reliable switching of high-voltage DC circuits in photovoltaic, renewable energy, battery storage and industrial power control applications. As part of the Lovato BFD80 series, it is built for demanding DC1 switching duties where secure isolation, robust electrical performance and dependable control operation are required.

This contactor is rated for 80 A at 1000 V DC1, making it suitable for non-inductive or slightly inductive DC loads. Its wide-range 100 to 250 V AC/DC electronic coil provides flexible control compatibility across both AC and DC control circuits, helping simplify specification for mixed-voltage panels and renewable energy systems.

With four normally open poles, screw or 35 mm DIN rail mounting, IP20 front terminal protection and international compliance to IEC, EN, BS, UL and CSA standards, the BFD80T4E230 is a practical choice for professional electrical panels requiring dependable high-voltage DC load switching.

Key Advantages

• High-performance four-pole DC contactor for photovoltaic and industrial DC systems.
• 80 A / 1000 V DC1 rating for high-voltage DC switching applications.
• 100 to 250 V AC/DC coil for broad control voltage compatibility.
• 4 normally open contacts for multi-pole DC switching and isolation.
• Designed for photovoltaic applications and renewable energy control panels.
• Supports screw fixing or 35 mm DIN rail mounting for flexible installation.
• cULus certified and compliant with major IEC, EN, BS, UL and CSA standards.

Key Features

• Lovato BFD80 series power contactor.
• Four-pole design with 4 NO main contacts.
• Rated operational current: 80 A DC1.
• Rated operational voltage: 1000 V DC.
• Coil type: AC/DC electronic coil.
• Rated coil voltage: 100 to 250 V AC/DC.
• IEC Ith thermal current: 160 A at up to 40 °C.
• Rated insulation voltage Ui: 1000 V.
• Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp: 8 kV.
• Mounting: screw fixing or 35 mm DIN rail.
• Operating temperature: -40 °C to +70 °C.
• Terminal protection: IP20 front protection.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Lovato Electric
• Series: BFD80
• Model: BFD80T4E230
• Product type: Four-pole DC contactor
• Application: Photovoltaic and industrial DC switching
• Contact configuration: 4 NO
• Number of poles: 4
• Rated operational current: 80 A DC1 at 1000 V DC
• IEC conventional free air thermal current Ith: 160 A at up to 40 °C
• Rated insulation voltage Ui: 1000 V
• Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp: 8 kV
• Coil type: AC/DC electronic coil
• Rated coil voltage: 100 to 250 V AC/DC
• Operational frequency: 25 to 400 Hz
• Mounting type: Screw fixing / 35 mm DIN rail
• Terminal protection: IP20 front
• Operating temperature: -40 °C to +70 °C
• Package dimensions: 141 × 80 × 120 mm
• Package volume: 1354 cm³
• Weight: approx. 1262.8 g
• EAN: 8013975224403
• HS code: 85365080
• Certification: cULus
• 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

Reliable DC Switching for Solar and Industrial Power Systems

DC switching requires contactors designed to manage arc behaviour in circuits where there is no natural current zero crossing. The Lovato BFD80T4E230 is designed for DC1 switching duties, making it suitable for non-inductive or slightly inductive DC loads in photovoltaic strings, DC power distribution and industrial energy control systems.

The 100 to 250 V AC/DC coil makes this version especially useful where panel builders need a wide control voltage range. This helps reduce component variation across control panels while maintaining dependable operation in both AC and DC command circuits.

Typical Applications

• Photovoltaic DC switching and isolation circuits.
• Solar combiner boxes and renewable energy panels.
• Battery energy storage system control panels.
• Industrial DC power distribution systems.
• DC load switching for non-inductive or slightly inductive loads.
• Electrical control panels requiring four-pole DC contactor control.
• Energy management, automation and infrastructure applications.

Trusted by Solar and Control Panel Engineers

Lovato BFD series DC contactors are trusted by renewable energy engineers, panel builders and industrial automation specialists for robust high-voltage DC switching, flexible installation and recognised international compliance.