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11B1450060 – 3P CONTACTOR B145.00 60V
Lovato 11B1450060 three-pole industrial power contactor with 145 A AC-3 rating and 60 V AC control coil for industrial motor control applications.
Why Choose the Lovato 11B1450060 B145 Power Contactor?
The Lovato 11B1450060 is a heavy-duty three-pole power contactor designed for dependable switching of industrial motors and high-current electrical loads. Part of the established Lovato B145 contactor series, this model provides an IEC AC-3 operating current rating of 150 A and features a versatile 60 V AC/DC operating coil.
Engineered for demanding industrial automation and motor-control applications, the B145 contactor combines robust construction with high electrical endurance and a long mechanical operating life. Its AC/DC coil allows the contactor to operate from either alternating-current or direct-current control supplies within the specified voltage range.
With a conventional free-air thermal current of 250 A and an AC-3 motor power rating of 80 kW at 400 V, the 11B1450060 is suitable for large pumps, compressors, conveyors and production machinery. Its screw-mounted design enables secure installation inside industrial electrical panels and motor control centres.
Key Advantages
- Heavy-duty three-pole contactor for industrial motor control.
- 150 A IEC AC-3 operating current for demanding motor loads.
- 60 V AC/DC control coil for flexible control-system integration.
- 250 A conventional free-air thermal current.
- 80 kW AC-3 motor rating at 400 V.
- Long mechanical life of up to 10 million operating cycles.
Key Features
- Lovato B145 power contactor series.
- Three normally open main power poles.
- 150 A IEC AC-3 operating current.
- 250 A IEC AC-1 operating current at 40°C.
- 60 V AC/DC operating coil.
- 80 kW motor rating at 400 V AC-3.
- 1000 V rated insulation voltage.
- 8 kV rated impulse withstand voltage.
- Screw mounting for secure industrial panel installation.
Reliable Motor Control for Industrial Machinery
Power contactors such as the Lovato 11B1450060 allow high-current three-phase motors and industrial loads to be controlled through a lower-power electrical control circuit. Its 150 A AC-3 rating and substantial motor power capacity make it suitable for demanding machinery, processing equipment and material-handling systems.
The 60 V AC/DC coil provides flexibility for industrial control systems using either AC or DC control supplies. Combined with its high insulation rating, substantial making capacity and long service life, the B145 contactor supports dependable operation in challenging industrial environments.
Typical Applications
- Industrial motor control centres.
- Large pumps, fans and compressor systems.
- Conveyors and material handling equipment.
- Production and processing machinery.
- Industrial heating and general-purpose load switching.
- OEM automation and electrical control panels.
Technical Specifications
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| Coil Voltage Range | 60–72 V | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 75 kW | |
| Current | 145 A | |
| Voltage | 60 V | |
| Phase | Three Phase | |
| IP Rating | IP20 | |
| Poles | 3-pole | |
| Device Type | Contactor | |
| Coil Type | AC | |
| Series | BF145 | |
| Product type | Three-pole power contactor | |
| Rated operational current (AC-3) | 145 A | |
| Maximum operational voltage | 690 V AC | |
| Control coil voltage | 60 V AC | |
| Number of poles | 3 | |
| Frequency | 50 / 60 Hz | |
| Rated motor power at 400 V | approx. 75 kW | |
| Mounting type | DIN rail or screw mounting | |
| Protection rating | IP20 terminals | |
| Mechanical life | up to 10 million operations | |
| Electrical life | up to 1 million operations | |
| Operating temperature | -50 °C to +70 °C | |
| Standards | IEC / EN 60947-4-1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Lovato 11B1450060 used for?
It is used for switching high-power three-phase motors and other industrial electrical loads in automation, machinery and motor control systems.
What is the AC-3 current rating of this contactor?
The contactor has an IEC AC-3 operating current rating of 150 A at voltages up to 440 V and ambient temperatures up to 55°C.
What control voltage does the contactor require?
The operating coil is designed for a 60 V AC/DC control supply.
What motor power can the contactor control?
The contactor has an IEC AC-3 motor power rating of 80 kW at 400 V, with ratings varying according to the operating voltage and installation conditions.
Where is this contactor typically installed?
It is typically installed inside industrial electrical panels, motor control centres and machinery cabinets requiring reliable high-current motor switching.
Trusted by Industrial Control Professionals
Lovato Electric B145 contactors are used by machine builders, panel manufacturers and automation engineers for dependable motor switching, high electrical endurance and reliable industrial performance.
