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11B500400220 – 4P CONTACTOR B500.4.00 220/240
Lovato 11B500400220 heavy-duty four-pole industrial contactor with 520 A AC3 operational current rating and 220–240 V AC/DC operating coil for industrial motor control and power switching applications.
£2,890.03
Why Choose the Lovato 11B500400220 Contactor?
The Lovato 11B500400220 is a heavy-duty four-pole industrial power contactor designed for dependable switching of high-current electrical loads in motor control, automation and power-distribution applications. Part of the robust Lovato B500 contactor series, this model features a versatile 220–240 V AC/DC control coil for straightforward integration into industrial control systems.
Its four-pole configuration allows multiple power conductors to be switched simultaneously, making the contactor suitable for industrial switchboards, motor control centres, machinery panels and other high-capacity electrical installations. The screw-mounted construction provides secure installation in demanding industrial environments.
With an IEC AC-1 thermal current rating of 700 A and an AC-3 operational rating of 520 A / 290 kW at 400 V, the Lovato 11B500400220 delivers the switching capacity required for large motors, pumps, compressors, conveyors and process machinery.
Key Advantages
- Heavy-duty four-pole industrial power contactor.
- 700 A AC-1 thermal current rating for high-current loads.
- 520 A AC-3 operational current for demanding motor control.
- Suitable for motors rated up to 290 kW at 400 V.
- 220–240 V AC/DC operating coil for flexible control integration.
- Secure screw mounting for industrial panels and switchgear assemblies.
Key Features
- Lovato B500 power contactor series.
- Four main power poles.
- 220–240 V AC/DC control coil.
- 700 A IEC AC-1 thermal current rating.
- 520 A IEC AC-3 operational current at 400 V.
- 290 kW motor rating at 400 V AC-3.
- Heavy-duty construction for demanding industrial applications.
- Conforms to major IEC, UL and CSA contactor standards.
Reliable High-Current Switching for Industrial Systems
Industrial contactors such as the Lovato 11B500400220 allow large motors and high-power electrical loads to be controlled through a lower-power control circuit. This supports remote operation, automated sequencing and integration with programmable controllers, overload protection and industrial safety systems.
The four-pole B500 design is particularly suitable for applications requiring simultaneous switching of several conductors. Its high current capacity and industrial construction provide dependable performance in motor control centres, production machinery and power-distribution equipment.
Typical Applications
- Large industrial motor starters.
- Motor control centres and switchboards.
- Industrial pumps and compressors.
- Heavy conveyors and material-handling systems.
- Process and production machinery.
- Industrial automation and power-distribution panels.
Technical Specifications
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| Terminal Type | Bar / bolt | |
|---|---|---|
| Coil Type | AC, AC/DC, DC | |
| Coil Voltage Range | 200–250 V | |
| Current | 520 A | |
| Power | 290 kW | |
| Voltage | 240 V | |
| Phase | Three Phase | |
| Poles | 4-pole | |
| Coil / Supply Voltage | 220 V AC, 220 V DC, 230 V AC, 240 V AC | |
| Device Type | Contactor | |
| Current AC-1 | 700 A | |
| Series | B500 Contactors | |
| Product type | Four-pole power contactor | |
| Number of poles | 4 | |
| Main contact configuration | 4 NO | |
| IEC operational current Ith (AC1) | 700 A | |
| IEC operational current Ie (AC3) | 520 A | |
| Motor power rating | 290 kW at 400 V | |
| Type of coil | AC/DC operating coil | |
| Rated coil voltage | 220–240 V AC/DC | |
| Rated insulation voltage Ui | 1000 V | |
| Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp | 8 kV | |
| Frequency | 25–400 Hz | |
| Mounting type | Screw mounting | |
| Connection type | Bolt/screw terminals | |
| Operating temperature | -50 °C to +70 °C | |
| Protection category | Pollution degree 3 | |
| Weight | Approx. 21.4 kg | |
| Package dimensions | Approx. 277 × 268 × 276 mm | |
| EAN | 8013975026526 | |
| Compliance standards | IEC/EN 60947-1, IEC/EN 60947-4-1, UL 60947-1, UL 60947-4-1, CSA C22.2 No. 60947-1, CSA C22.2 No. 60947-4-1 | |
| Certifications | CCC, EAC, cULus |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Lovato 11B500400220 used for?
It is used to switch large industrial motors and other high-current electrical loads in automation, machinery and power-distribution systems.
How many poles does this contactor have?
The Lovato 11B500400220 features four main power poles.
What control voltage does the contactor require?
The contactor is fitted with a 220–240 V AC/DC operating coil.
What is the AC-3 rating of this contactor?
It is rated at 520 A and 290 kW at 400 V under IEC AC-3 motor-switching conditions.
How is the contactor mounted?
The Lovato 11B500400220 is designed for secure screw mounting inside industrial control panels and switchgear assemblies.
Trusted for Heavy-Duty Industrial Switching
Lovato B500 contactors provide dependable high-current switching for large industrial motors, automation equipment and electrical distribution systems operating in demanding environments.
