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BF12T4A230 Lovato contactor 4 pole AC3:12A 5.7kw 230vac coil
Lovato BF12T4A230 four-pole power contactor with 230 V AC coil, 28 A thermal rating and 12 A AC-3 motor switching capability for industrial applications.
£46.29
Why Choose the Lovato BF12T4A230 Power Contactor?
The Lovato BF12T4A230 is a compact and reliable four-pole power contactor designed for industrial switching, motor control and electrical automation applications. Part of the trusted Lovato BF12 contactor series, it provides dependable switching performance with a 230 V AC coil, four normally open main contacts and a robust construction suitable for demanding control systems.
This contactor is engineered for reliable switching of electrical loads including motors, heating systems and industrial equipment. Its compact design allows straightforward installation using screw fixing or standard 35 mm DIN rail mounting, making it suitable for control panels, machinery and automation assemblies.
With a thermal current rating of 28 A, an AC-3 operational current rating of 12 A at 400 V AC and a 230 V AC 50/60 Hz coil, the Lovato BF12T4A230 is ideal for industrial motor starters, switching applications and electrical control systems.
Key Advantages
- Four-pole power contactor designed for industrial switching applications.
- 28 A AC-1 thermal current rating for reliable load control.
- 230 V AC 50/60 Hz coil suitable for industrial control circuits.
- 12 A AC-3 rating at 400 V AC for motor control applications.
- High mechanical endurance for long service life.
- Flexible installation with screw fixing or 35 mm DIN rail mounting.
Key Features
- Lovato BF12 contactor series.
- Four normally open main contacts.
- 28 A Ith thermal current rating.
- 12 A AC-3 operational current at 400 V AC.
- 230 V AC coil voltage.
- 50/60 Hz AC coil operation.
- Rated insulation voltage up to 690 V.
- DIN rail or screw mounting capability.
- Suitable for motor control and general power switching applications.
Reliable Switching for Industrial Control Systems
Power contactors such as the Lovato BF12T4A230 provide electrically controlled switching of industrial circuits, allowing automation systems to control motors and electrical loads safely. Their electromagnetic coil operation enables reliable remote switching from control circuits.
The BF12 series combines compact dimensions with dependable switching performance, making it suitable for machine builders, panel manufacturers and industrial engineers requiring reliable contactor solutions for modern electrical installations.
Typical Applications
- Industrial motor control panels.
- Automation and machinery systems.
- Pumps, fans and ventilation equipment.
- Conveyor and material handling systems.
- Heating and resistive load switching.
- OEM electrical control cabinets.
Technical Specifications
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| Terminal Type | Screw | |
|---|---|---|
| Coil Voltage Range | 200–250 V | |
| Power | 5.7 kW | |
| Current | 12 A | |
| Poles | 4-pole | |
| Coil / Supply Voltage | 230 V AC | |
| Device Type | Contactor | |
| Coil Type | AC | |
| Current AC-1 | 28 A | |
| HS Code | 85365080 | |
| Manufacturer | Lovato Electric | |
| Series | BF12 Contactors | |
| Model | BF12T4A230 | |
| Product type | Power contactor | |
| Number of poles | 4 | |
| Contact configuration | 4NO | |
| Coil type | AC coil 50/60 Hz | |
| Rated coil voltage | 230 V AC | |
| Thermal current Ith | 28 A | |
| AC-1 operational current | 28 A | |
| AC-3 operational current | 12 A at 400 V AC | |
| AC-3 motor power rating | 5.7 kW at 400 V AC | |
| Rated insulation voltage | 690 V | |
| Rated impulse withstand voltage | 6 kV | |
| Mounting type | Screw fixing / 35 mm DIN rail mounting | |
| Protection rating | IP20 terminal protection | |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) | approx. 45 × 81 × 81 mm | |
| Weight | approx. 360 g | |
| Mechanical life | up to 20 million operations |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Lovato BF12T4A230 used for?
The Lovato BF12T4A230 is a four-pole power contactor used for switching electrical loads and controlling motors in industrial applications.
What coil voltage does the BF12T4A230 require?
The BF12T4A230 uses a 230 V AC 50/60 Hz coil for operation.
What current rating does the BF12T4A230 provide?
The contactor provides a 28 A AC-1 thermal current rating and a 12 A AC-3 operational current rating at 400 V AC.
How many poles does the BF12T4A230 have?
The BF12T4A230 has four normally open main contacts for power switching applications.
How is the BF12T4A230 mounted?
The contactor can be installed using screw fixing or mounted on a standard 35 mm DIN rail.
Trusted by Industrial Automation Professionals Worldwide
Lovato BF series contactors are used by engineers and panel builders to provide reliable electrical switching, efficient motor control and dependable operation in industrial systems.
