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BF38T4A46060 - 4P CONTACTOR NO 56A AC1 460/60
MPN: BF38T4A46060
Special Price
£127.98
£106.65
Regular Price
£213.29
Why Choose the BF38T4A46060?
Lovato's BF38T4A46060 is a four-pole contactor designed for dependable switching in demanding panels. With an IEC AC1 operating current of 56 A and AC3 performance of 38 A / 18.5Kw at 400 V, it suits motor and resistive loads. The 460 VAC 60 Hz AC coil ensures reliable pull-in, while versatile screw or 35 mm DIN rail mounting speeds installation.
Engineered for resilience, the BF38 contactor offers Ui 690 V and 6 kV impulse withstand, with a mechanical life of 20,000,000 cycles. Rated for -50 to 70 °C operation, up to 3000 m altitude, and pollution degree 3, it installs with 2.5 to 3 Nm terminal torque. Conforms to IEC/EN/BS 60947 series, UL and CSA standards, and carries a Sustainability certification.
Key Benefits
- Four-pole design with IEC AC1 current rating of 56 A.
- AC3 at 400 V: 38 A, 18.5Kw motor-switching capability.
- 460 VAC 60 Hz AC coil for reliable, consistent operation.
- Screw or 35 mm DIN rail mounting simplifies panel assembly.
- High immunity: Ui 690 V and Uimp 6 kV ratings.
- Extended mechanical life rated to 20000000 cycles.
- Wide operating temperature range from -50 to 70 °C.
Technical Specification
- Product type designation: BF38
- Number of poles: 4
- 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: 504 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 BF38T4A46060 four-pole contactor
- Manufacturer datasheet (PDF or equivalent)
- Basic installation and safety information
- Protective packaging
Applications
- Motor starters up to 38 A / 18.5Kw at 400 V (AC3)
- General-purpose switching of resistive loads to 56 A (AC1)
- Control panels using 35 mm DIN rail or screw mounting
- Industrial automation and machine control complying with IEC/EN/BS 60947
Frequently Asked Questions
What coil voltage and frequency does this contactor use?
It has an AC coil rated 460 V at 60 Hz.
What are the key current and power ratings?
Ith (AC1) is 56 A; AC3 at 400 V is 38 A / 18.5Kw.
How can the BF38T4A46060 be mounted?
It supports screw mounting or 35 mm DIN rail installation.
What is the operating temperature range?
The operating range is -50 to 70 °C.
Which standards does it conform to?
It conforms to IEC/EN/BS 60947-1 and 60947-4-1, UL and CSA equivalents.
Safety note: Install and commission only by qualified personnel. Isolate power before work, observe 2.5 to 3 Nm terminal torque, and operate within the stated environmental limits and standards.
| Manufacturer Part Number | BF38T4A46060 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Lovato |
| HS Code | 85365080 |
| Barcode | 8013975161913 |
| Coil Voltage | 460V |
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