BFK3800A46060 - 3P CONTACTOR 30KVAR 460V 60HZ

Why Choose the BFK3800A46060?

Designed for reliable capacitor switching, the Lovato BFK3800A46060 is a contactor for power factor correction with an AC control circuit. Delivering 30 kvar at 400 V, it features a 460 VAC 60 Hz coil and 3-pole architecture with integrated limiting resistors. With BFK38 designation, it offers screw or 35 mm DIN rail mounting for quick, tidy installation in power factor correction panels and enclosures.

Engineered for demanding environments, it provides Ui 690 V, Uimp 6 kV and Ith 56 A, backed by a 20,000,000-cycle mechanical life. It operates from -50 to 70 °C, stores from -60 to 80 °C, and functions up to 3,000 m altitude with pollution degree 3. Conforms to IEC/EN/BS 60947-1 and 60947-4-1, plus UL and CSA standards, ensuring dependable PFC performance.

Key Benefits

• Integrated limiting resistors for smooth, reliable capacitor switching.
• 30 kvar at 400 V supports robust power factor correction stages.
• 460 VAC 60 Hz coil matches specified AC control supplies.
• 3-pole BFK38 design simplifies selection and panel standardisation.
• Screw or 35 mm DIN rail mounting for flexible installation.
• High endurance with 20,000,000 mechanical life cycles.
• Wide -50 to 70 °C operating temperature for harsh environments.

Technical Specification

• Product type designation: BFK38
• Number of poles: 3
• Rated insulation voltage Ui (IEC/EN): 690 V
• Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp: 6 kV
• Ith (IEC): 56 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 BFK3800A46060 contactor unit
• Integrated limiting resistors (factory-fitted)
• Manufacturer datasheet and documentation
• Protective packaging for transit

Applications

• Fixed and automatic power factor correction systems
• Switching 30 kvar capacitor stages at 400 V
• Industrial and commercial distribution boards
• Retrofit upgrades of existing capacitor banks
• OEM-built PFC panels and enclosures

Safety note: Install and maintain only by qualified personnel with power isolated. Follow IEC/EN/BS 60947 practices and ensure connected capacitors are fully discharged before working.