BFS0923A230 Lovato 3 Pole 9A 230VAC Safety Contactor

Why Choose the Lovato BFS0923A230 Safety Contactor?

The Lovato BFS0923A230 is a compact and reliable three-pole safety contactor designed for industrial motor control, machine safety and automation applications. Part of the Lovato BFS safety contactor series, it is suitable for switching three-phase motors and power circuits where dependable control and auxiliary feedback are required.

This Lovato safety contactor features a 230 V AC 50 / 60 Hz coil, 3 normally open main poles and a built-in auxiliary contact arrangement of 2 normally open and 3 normally closed contacts. The auxiliary contacts support monitoring, interlocking and feedback functions within safety-related control circuits.

With a rated operational current of 9 A AC-3 and a resistive current rating of 25 A AC-1, the BFS0923A230 is ideal for compact motor starter panels, machine control systems and safety circuits. Its screw or 35 mm DIN rail mounting format and compact 45 mm width make it suitable for use in modern industrial electrical enclosures.

Key Advantages

• Compact Lovato BFS safety contactor for industrial control and machine safety applications.
• 9 A AC-3 rated operational current for motor switching duties.
• 230 V AC 50 / 60 Hz coil voltage for standard control circuits.
• Includes 2 normally open and 3 normally closed auxiliary contacts.
• 25 A AC-1 resistive load rating for general power switching applications.
• Suitable for safety relay circuits, machine guarding and emergency stop systems.

Key Features

• Lovato BFS safety contactor series.
• BFS0923A230 product code.
• 3-pole contactor with normally open main contacts.
• 2 NO + 3 NC auxiliary contact configuration.
• 230 V AC coil for 50 / 60 Hz operation.
• Rated for motor control applications up to 4.2 kW at 400 V.
• Screw or DIN rail 35 mm mounting for control panel installation.
• Compact format for machine safety and automation panels.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Lovato Electric
• Series: BFS Safety Contactors
• Model: BFS0923A230
• Product type: Three-pole safety contactor
• Number of poles: 3P
• Main contact configuration: 3 normally open
• Auxiliary contact configuration: 2 NO + 3 NC
• Rated control supply voltage: 230 V AC
• Control frequency: 50 / 60 Hz
• Rated operational current AC-3: 9 A
• Rated operational current AC-1: 25 A
• Rated operational power AC-3 at 400 V: 4.2 kW
• UL / CSA horsepower rating at 480 V: 5 hp
• Coil type: AC coil
• Mounting type: Screw / DIN rail 35 mm mounting
• Application: Safety contactor for motor control and machine safety circuits
• Product width: approx. 45 mm
• Product height: approx. 81 mm
• Product depth: approx. 116.8 mm
• Approximate weight: 0.45 kg
• Package dimensions: approx. 150 × 50 × 100 mm
• Standards: IEC/EN/BS 60947-1, IEC/EN/BS 60947-4-1, IEC/EN/BS 60947-5-1
• Certifications: cULus listed
• Commodity code: 85365080
• EAN: 8013975325810

Reliable Switching for Machine Safety and Motor Control

Safety contactors such as the Lovato BFS0923A230 are used to switch electrical loads while providing auxiliary contact feedback to monitoring and control systems. This makes them suitable for safety relay outputs, emergency stop circuits, machine guard monitoring and industrial motor control applications.

The BFS series is designed for use in automation panels where dependable switching, clear feedback and compact installation are important. With its 230 V AC coil and multiple auxiliary contacts, the BFS0923A230 helps support safe and controlled machine operation in industrial environments.

Typical Applications

• Machine safety control circuits.
• Emergency stop and safety relay systems.
• Industrial motor starter panels.
• Machine guarding and access interlock circuits.
• Automation and machinery control cabinets.
• Panel building, maintenance and retrofit applications.

Trusted by Panel Builders and Automation Engineers

Lovato safety contactors are widely used by panel builders, machine manufacturers and automation engineers for reliable switching, safety circuit feedback and industrial motor control applications.