BFK2600A57560 - 3P CONTACTOR 20KVAR 575V 60HZ

Why Choose the BFK2600A57560?

Lovato BFK2600A57560 is a contactor for power factor correction with an AC control circuit, engineered for dependable capacitor switching at 400 V. Delivering 20 kvar IEC operational power and fitted with limiting resistors, it features a 575 VAC 60 Hz coil and three poles. Flexible screw or 35 mm DIN rail mounting supports fast installation in industrial control panels and PFC systems across the UK.

Built for demanding environments, the BFK26 series offers Ui 690 V, Uimp 6 kV and Ith 45 A, with a mechanical life of 20,000,000 cycles. Operates from -50 to +70 °C and stores from -60 to +80 °C, up to 3000 m altitude, pollution degree 3. Conforms to IEC/EN/BS 60947-1 and 60947-4-1, with UL and CSA equivalents for global compliance.

Key Benefits

• Optimised for power factor correction with integrated limiting resistors.
• 20 kvar at 400 V for reliable capacitor bank switching.
• 575 VAC 60 Hz AC coil for straightforward control integration.
• Three-pole design simplifies connection in standard PFC stages.
• Robust insulation: Ui 690 V and Uimp 6 kV.
• Wide operating range from -50 to +70 °C for harsh sites.
• Screw or 35 mm DIN rail mounting enables rapid installation.
• Conforms to IEC/EN/BS 60947 for assured compliance.

Technical Specification

• Product type designation: BFK26
• Number of poles: 3
• Rated insulation voltage Ui (IEC/EN): 690 V
• Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp: 6 kV
• Ith (IEC): 45 A
• Terminal tightening torque: 2.5 to 3 Nm
• Weight: 400 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 BFK2600A57560 contactor assembly with limiting resistors
• Pre-fitted 575VAC 60Hz AC coil
• Screw terminal connections ready for wiring
• Product data sheet

Applications

• Power factor correction capacitor banks at 400 V
• Automatic PFC controllers and panel assemblies
• Industrial and commercial LV distribution boards
• OEM control panels requiring 575 VAC 60 Hz control circuits
• Retrofit upgrades of existing power factor correction stages

Safety note: Installation, commissioning and maintenance must be performed by qualified electricians. Always isolate and lock out power before work, follow IEC/EN/BS 60947 and local regulations, and tighten terminals to specified torque.