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BFK5000A400 - PFC CONTACTOR 40KVAR 400VAC 50/60HZ
MPN: BFK5000A400
Special Price
£161.20
£134.33
Regular Price
£268.66
Why Choose the BFK5000A400?
The Lovato BFK5000A400 is a contactor for power factor correction with AC control circuit, engineered for dependable capacitor switching in panel applications. This 3‑pole unit includes integrated limiting resistors and a 400 VAC 50/60Hz coil, delivering up to 40 kvar at 400 V. With flexible screw or 35 mm DIN rail mounting, it streamlines installation and supports efficient reactive power management.
Built on the BFK50 platform, this power factor correction contactor combines robust electrical performance with long service life. Rated insulation voltage is 690 V with 8 kV impulse withstand and 90 A Ith, while mechanical life reaches 15000000 cycles. Operating from -50 to 70 °C and up to 3000 m altitude, it conforms to IEC/EN/BS, UL and CSA standards for assured compliance.
Key Benefits
- Purpose-built for power factor correction with AC control circuit.
- 3-pole design with integrated limiting resistors for capacitor duty.
- 40 kvar at 400 V rating supports sizeable capacitor banks.
- 400 VAC 50/60Hz coil for standard AC control circuits.
- High endurance: mechanical life rated at 15000000 cycles.
- Robust insulation: Ui 690 V and Uimp 8 kV for reliability.
- Flexible screw or 35 mm DIN rail mounting simplifies installation.
- Wide operating temperature range from -50 to 70 °C.
Technical Specification
- Product type designation: BFK50
- Number of poles: 3
- Rated insulation voltage Ui (IEC/EN): 690 V
- Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp: 8 kV
- Ith (IEC): 90 A
- Terminal tightening torque: 4 to 5 Nm
- Weight: 1090 g
- Mechanical life: 15000000 cycles
- Operating temperature: -50 to 70 °C
- Storage temperature: -60 to 80 °C
- Max altitude: 3000 m
- Pollution degree: 3
What’s Included
- Lovato BFK5000A400 contactor unit
- Integrated limiting resistors (factory-fitted)
- 400 VAC 50/60Hz coil (pre-installed)
- Manufacturer datasheet/documentation
Applications
- Power factor correction capacitor bank switching
- Industrial and commercial distribution panels
- Retrofit or new-build PFC control assemblies
- Automation and control panels requiring reactive power management
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the IEC operational power at 400 V?
The contactor is rated at 40 kvar at 400 V for power factor correction.
What coil voltage and frequency does it use?
It has an AC coil rated 400 VAC for 50/60Hz operation.
How is the BFK5000A400 mounted?
It supports screw mounting or 35 mm DIN rail mounting.
Which standards does this contactor conform to?
It conforms to IEC/EN/BS 60947-1, IEC/EN/BS 60947-4-1, UL 60947-1, UL 60947-4-1, CSA C22.2 n° 60947-1, and CSA C22.2 n° 60947-4-1.
What are the operating environmental limits?
The operating temperature range is -50 to 70 °C, with a maximum altitude of 3000 m.
Safety note: Installation and maintenance should be performed by qualified personnel. Isolate power before work, observe the stated ratings and environmental limits, and follow applicable standards and manufacturer instructions.
| Manufacturer Part Number | BFK5000A400 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Lovato |
| HS Code | 85365080 |
| Barcode | 8013975224502 |
| Coil Voltage | 400VAC |
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