BF38T4A57560 - 4P CONTACTOR NO 56A AC1 575/60

Why Choose the Lovato BF38T4A57560 Four-Pole Contactor?

The Lovato BF38T4A57560 is a robust four-pole AC contactor designed for reliable electrical switching in industrial control panels, machinery systems, HVAC equipment, automation circuits and power distribution applications. As part of the Lovato Electric BF38 contactor range, it provides dependable performance in a compact format suitable for professional panel builders, OEMs and maintenance engineers.

This model features a 575 V AC 60 Hz coil and a 4 normally open contact configuration, making it suitable for applications where multiple circuits need to be switched simultaneously from a single control signal. Its screw terminal design provides secure wiring for demanding industrial installations.

With an IEC AC-1 conventional thermal current rating of 56 A and an AC-3 rating of 38 A at 400 V, the BF38T4A57560 is suitable for AC load switching, motor control panels and machinery applications requiring consistent contactor operation. It can be installed by screw fixing or mounted on a standard 35 mm DIN rail for efficient panel assembly.

Key Advantages

• Industrial four-pole contactor for AC switching and control panel applications.
• 4NO contact configuration for simultaneous switching of four normally open circuits.
• 575 V AC 60 Hz coil for compatible high-voltage AC control supplies.
• 56 A AC-1 current rating for resistive and general-purpose switching loads.
• 38 A AC-3 rating at 400 V for motor control duties up to 18.5 kW.
• 30 HP UL/CSA rating at 575/600 V for three-phase motor applications.
• Screw terminal connections for secure industrial wiring.
• Supports screw fixing or 35 mm DIN rail mounting.

Key Features

• Lovato Electric BF38 contactor series.
• Four-pole power contactor.
• 4 normally open power contacts.
• 575 V AC rated coil voltage.
• 60 Hz AC coil operation.
• IEC AC-1 conventional free air thermal current: 56 A.
• IEC AC-3 operating current at 400 V: 38 A.
• IEC AC-3 motor power at 400 V: 18.5 kW.
• UL/CSA horsepower rating at 480 V: 30 HP.
• UL/CSA horsepower rating at 575/600 V: 30 HP.
• Rated insulation voltage Ui: 690 V.
• Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp: 6 kV.
• DIN rail or screw mounting for electrical panel installation.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Lovato Electric
• Series: BF38
• Model: BF38T4A57560
• Product type: Four-pole contactor
• Product designation: Power contactor
• Contact configuration: 4NO
• Number of poles: 4
• Coil type: AC coil, 60 Hz
• Rated coil voltage: 575 V AC
• AC operating voltage pick-up range: 80 to 110% Us
• AC operating voltage drop-out range: 20 to 55% Us
• Average coil consumption at 60 Hz: 75 VA in-rush, 9 VA holding
• Dissipation at holding: approx. 2.5 W
• IEC conventional free air thermal current Ith: 56 A at 40 °C
• IEC operating current Ie AC-1 at 40 °C: 56 A
• IEC operating current Ie AC-1 at 55 °C: 45 A
• IEC operating current Ie AC-1 at 70 °C: 40 A
• IEC operating current Ie AC-3 at 400 V: 38 A
• IEC operating current Ie AC-4 at 400 V: 15.5 A
• IEC AC-3 motor power at 400 V: 18.5 kW
• Rated operational power AC-1 at 230 V: 21 kW
• Rated operational power AC-1 at 400 V: 36 kW
• Rated operational power AC-1 at 500 V: 45 kW
• Rated operational power AC-1 at 690 V: 62 kW
• UL rated operational voltage: 600 V AC
• UL/CSA full-load current at 480 V: 40 A
• UL/CSA full-load current at 600 V: 32 A
• UL/CSA horsepower rating at 110/120 V: 3 HP
• UL/CSA horsepower rating at 230 V: 7.5 HP
• UL/CSA horsepower rating at 200/208 V: 10 HP
• UL/CSA horsepower rating at 220/240 V: 15 HP
• UL/CSA horsepower rating at 460/480 V: 30 HP
• UL/CSA horsepower rating at 575/600 V: 30 HP
• Rated insulation voltage Ui: 690 V
• Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp: 6 kV
• Operational frequency range: 25 to 400 Hz
• Short-time allowable current for 10 seconds: 320 A
• Protection fuse: 63 A gG or 40 A aM
• Making capacity: 380 A RMS
• Breaking capacity at 440 V: 304 A
• Breaking capacity at 500 V: 240 A
• Breaking capacity at 690 V: 192 A
• Resistance per pole: approx. 2 mΩ
• Power dissipation per pole: 6 W at Ith, 2.9 W at AC-3
• Power terminal protection: IP20 when properly wired
• Terminal type: Screw terminals
• Power terminal tightening torque: 2.5 to 3 Nm
• Coil terminal tightening torque: 0.8 to 1 Nm
• Maximum wires per terminal: 2
• Maximum conductor section: 16 mm² flexible without lug
• Cable stripping length: 10 mm main circuit, 8 mm command circuit
• Mounting type: Screw mounting / 35 mm DIN rail
• Operating position: Vertical plane, allowable ±30°
• Mechanical life: 20,000,000 cycles
• Electrical life: 1,400,000 cycles
• Mechanical operating frequency: up to 3,600 cycles per hour
• Operating temperature: -50 to +70 °C
• Storage temperature: -60 to +80 °C
• Maximum altitude: 3,000 m
• Pollution degree: 3
• EMC compatibility: Yes
• Width: 61 mm
• Height: 90 mm
• Depth: 90 mm
• Weight: approx. 504 g
• Package quantity: 1
• Package dimensions: 97 x 65 x 90 mm
• Package volume: 567.45 cm³
• EAN: 8013975161920
• HS code: 85365080
• Certifications: CCC, EAC, cULus, UL 60335-2-40 LZGH A2L, CSA C22.2 n. 60335-2-40:22 LZGH A2L, UL 60335-2-89 LZGH A2L, CSA C22.2 No. 60335-2-89:21 LZGH A2L
• Standards: IEC/EN/BS 60947-1, IEC/EN/BS 60947-4-1, UL 60947-1, UL 60947-4-1, CSA C22.2 n° 60947-1, CSA C22.2 n° 60947-4-1, IEC/EN 60335-2-89

Reliable Switching for Industrial Control Panels

Contactors such as the Lovato BF38T4A57560 allow electrical loads to be switched remotely from an AC control circuit. When the 575 V AC 60 Hz coil is energised, the four normally open contacts close to switch connected circuits safely and consistently within the limits of the contactor’s rated utilisation category.

The 4NO four-pole arrangement is useful where several circuits need to be energised together, such as multi-pole load switching, control panel distribution, machinery circuits and HVAC equipment. This makes the BF38T4A57560 a practical choice for automation panels, motor control systems and OEM electrical assemblies.

Typical Applications

• Industrial control panels and electrical cabinets.
• 575 V AC 60 Hz control circuits.
• AC load switching and automation control circuits.
• Motor control and machinery switching applications.
• HVAC, refrigeration and ventilation equipment.
• Electrical distribution and isolation circuits.
• OEM machine building and panel assembly projects.
• Control systems requiring simultaneous four-pole normally open switching.

Trusted by Panel Builders Worldwide

Lovato BF contactors are widely used by panel builders, automation engineers and maintenance teams who need dependable switching performance, straightforward installation and robust industrial control.