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BFK3800A048 - 3P CONTACTOR 30KVAR 48V 50/60HZ
MPN: BFK3800A048
Special Price
£158.29
£131.91
Regular Price
£263.81
Why Choose the BFK3800A048?
Optimise power quality with the Lovato BFK3800A048 contactor for power factor correction. The SKU BFK3800A048 features an AC control circuit with integrated limiting resistors and a 48VAC 50/60Hz coil. Rated 30kvar at 400V with three poles, it delivers dependable switching for capacitor banks. Robust electrical ratings include Ui 690V, Uimp 6kV and Ith 56A for demanding low-voltage installations.
Engineered for easy installation on screw fixings or 35mm DIN rail, this BFK38-series device supports terminal tightening torques of 2.5–3 Nm and operates from -50 to 70°C up to 3000 m altitude. With 20,000,000 mechanical cycles and Pollution Degree 3 resilience, it meets IEC/EN/BS 60947 standards for reliable service in new panels and retrofit projects.
Key Benefits
- Rated 30kvar at 400V for reliable capacitor bank switching.
- 48VAC 50/60Hz AC coil suits standard control circuits.
- Integrated limiting resistors reduce inrush during capacitor energisation.
- High endurance with 20,000,000 mechanical operations for long service.
- Wide -50 to 70°C operating range for harsh UK environments.
- Flexible mounting via screws or 35mm DIN rail.
- Strong insulation: Ui 690V and 6kV impulse withstand.
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 BFK3800A048 power factor correction contactor
- Integrated limiting resistors
- 48VAC 50/60Hz coil fitted
- User documentation (PDF download)
Applications
- Automatic capacitor banks for power factor correction at 400V networks
- Industrial and commercial PFC panels and switchboards
- Retrofit upgrades of existing power quality cabinets
- OEM assembly for low-voltage power factor correction systems
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the BFK3800A048 include limiting resistors?
Yes, it includes integrated limiting resistors for power factor correction capacitor switching.
What coil supply is required?
A 48VAC 50/60Hz supply is required for the AC control coil.
What is the operational power at 400V?
It is rated at 30kvar at 400V for capacitor bank applications.
How is it mounted and what terminal torque is needed?
It mounts with screws or on a 35mm DIN rail; terminals tighten to 2.5–3 Nm.
Which standards does it comply with?
It conforms to IEC/EN/BS 60947-1 and 60947-4-1, plus UL and CSA equivalents.
Safety note: Installation and commissioning must be performed by qualified personnel. Isolate power, discharge capacitors, and tighten terminals to the specified torque in accordance with applicable standards.
| Manufacturer Part Number | BFK3800A048 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Lovato |
| HS Code | 85365080 |
| Barcode | 8013975164341 |
| Coil Voltage | 48V |
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