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BFK1810A230 - 3P CONTACTOR 15KVAR 230V 50/60HZ
MPN: BFK1810A230
Special Price
£65.54
£54.62
Regular Price
£109.25
Why Choose the BFK1810A230?
Optimise your capacitor bank switching with the Lovato BFK1810A230, a contactor for power factor correction with AC control circuit. This 3‑pole device handles 15kvar at 400V and features a 230VAC 50/60Hz AC coil. Supplied with limiting resistors and 1NO auxiliary contact, it mounts via screws or on 35mm DIN rail for fast panel integration.
Engineered to IEC/EN/BS 60947 standards, the BFK18 series contactor offers 690 V Ui, 6 kV Uimp and 32 A Ith, with robust operation from −50 to 70 °C and up to 3000 m altitude. A mechanical life of 20,000,000 cycles and 1.5–1.8 Nm terminal torque support reliable, long‑term service in UK industrial and commercial installations.
Key Benefits
- Purpose-built for power factor correction with AC control circuit.
- 15kvar at 400V for dependable capacitor bank switching.
- 230VAC 50/60Hz coil suits common UK control supplies.
- Built-in limiting resistors reduce inrush for capacitor switching.
- 3-pole design with 1NO auxiliary contact for signalling.
- Flexible screw or 35mm DIN rail mounting options.
- Wide operating temperature −50 to 70 °C for harsh environments.
Technical Specification
- Product type designation: BFK18
- Number of poles: 3
- Rated insulation voltage Ui (IEC/EN): 690 V
- Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp: 6 kV
- Ith (IEC): 32 A
- Terminal tightening torque: 1.5 to 1.8 Nm
- Weight: 418 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 BFK1810A230 contactor unit with limiting resistors
- Integrated 1NO auxiliary contact
- DIN rail or screw mounting capability
- Installation and safety information (manufacturer datasheet)
Applications
- Switching capacitor banks for power factor correction
- Industrial and commercial distribution boards and PFC panels
- OEM capacitor racks and power quality equipment
- Automation and control panels requiring AC coil actuation
Frequently Asked Questions
What coil voltage does the BFK1810A230 require?
It uses a 230VAC 50/60Hz AC coil.
What is the maximum IEC operational power at 400V?
It is rated at 15kvar at 400V.
Does this contactor include limiting resistors?
Yes, it includes limiting resistors for capacitor switching.
How can the unit be mounted in a panel?
It supports screw mounting or 35mm DIN rail installation.
Which standards does it conform to?
It conforms to IEC/EN/BS 60947-1 and 60947-4-1, plus UL and CSA equivalents.
Safety note: Always isolate the supply and allow capacitors to discharge fully before installation or maintenance. Follow manufacturer instructions and applicable standards for safe operation.
| Manufacturer Part Number | BFK1810A230 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Lovato |
| HS Code | 85365080 |
| Barcode | 8013975163283 |
| Coil Voltage | 230V |
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