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BF18T2A12060 – 4P CONTACTOR 2NO+2NC 32A 120V 60HZ
Lovato BF18T2A12060 four-pole power contactor with 2NO + 2NC contacts, 32 A AC-1 thermal current rating, 18 A / 7.5 kW AC-3 rating at 400 V, 120 V AC 60 Hz coil, screw terminals and DIN rail or screw mounting for industrial control panels.
£61.09
Why Choose the Lovato BF18T2A12060 Contactor?
The Lovato BF18T2A12060 is a dependable four-pole industrial contactor designed for reliable switching and control of motors, machinery and electrical loads in industrial automation systems. As part of the proven Lovato BF18 contactor series, this model features a 120VAC 60Hz coil and a flexible 2NO + 2NC contact configuration for versatile industrial control applications.
Built for demanding industrial environments, the BF18T2A12060 combines compact construction with high electrical endurance and dependable switching performance. Its four-pole arrangement makes it suitable for OEM machinery, electrical control panels and automation systems requiring reliable contactor operation.
With an IEC AC-1 thermal current rating of 32 A and an AC-3 operational rating of 18 A at 400 V, the Lovato BF18T2A12060 is suitable for motor control, industrial switching and automation applications requiring a robust AC-operated contactor.
Key Advantages
- Reliable four-pole industrial contactor for automation and machinery applications.
- 120VAC 60Hz coil suitable for industrial AC control circuits.
- 2NO + 2NC contact configuration for flexible switching requirements.
- 32 A AC-1 rated current for industrial power switching.
- 18 A AC-3 motor switching capacity at 400 V AC.
- DIN rail and screw mounting options for easy installation.
Key Features
- Lovato BF18 contactor series.
- Four-pole contactor design.
- 2 normally open and 2 normally closed main contacts.
- 120VAC 60Hz electromagnetic coil.
- IEC AC-1 current rating: 32 A.
- IEC AC-3 rating: 18 A at 400 V / 7.5 kW.
- Screw terminal electrical connections.
- 35 mm DIN rail mounting compatibility.
Reliable Switching for Industrial Control Systems
The Lovato BF18T2A12060 provides dependable electrical switching for industrial control systems by allowing automation equipment to safely manage motors and electrical loads. Its 120VAC 60Hz coil design makes it compatible with standard industrial AC control architectures.
The BF18 series delivers reliable operation, compact installation and long mechanical and electrical life. Its flexible 2NO + 2NC contact arrangement allows integration into a wide variety of machinery, OEM systems and industrial automation applications.
Typical Applications
- Industrial motor control panels.
- Automation and machine-building systems.
- OEM electrical control cabinets.
- Industrial switching applications.
- Production and processing machinery.
- Electrical distribution and control systems.
Technical Specifications
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| Terminal Type | Screw | |
|---|---|---|
| Coil Voltage Range | 100–130 V | |
| Current | 18 A | |
| Power | 7.5 kW | |
| Voltage | 120 V | |
| Phase | Three Phase | |
| Poles | 4-pole | |
| Coil / Supply Voltage | 120 V AC | |
| Device Type | Contactor | |
| Auxiliary Contacts | None | |
| Coil Type | AC | |
| Current AC-1 | 32 A | |
| Series | BF18 | |
| Product type | Four-pole power contactor | |
| Number of poles | 4 | |
| Main contact configuration | 2NO + 2NC | |
| Coil type | AC coil, 60 Hz | |
| Rated coil voltage | 120 V AC | |
| AC coil operating range | pick-up 80 to 110% Us, drop-out 20 to 55% Us | |
| AC average coil consumption | approximately 75 VA inrush and 9 VA holding at 20 °C | |
| Rated insulation voltage Ui | 690 V | |
| Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp | 6 kV | |
| Operational frequency range | 25 to 400 Hz | |
| IEC conventional free air thermal current Ith AC-1 | 32 A at up to 40 °C | |
| AC-1 operating current at up to 40 °C | 32 A | |
| AC-1 operating current at up to 55 °C | 26 A | |
| AC-1 operating current at up to 70 °C | 23 A | |
| IEC operating current Ie AC-3 | 18 A at up to 440 V | |
| IEC operating current and power at 400 V AC-3 | 18 A / 7.5 kW | |
| AC-4 operating current at 400 V | 8.5 A | |
| AC-1 rated operational power at 230 V | 12 kW | |
| AC-1 rated operational power at 400 V | 21 kW | |
| AC-1 rated operational power at 500 V | 26 kW | |
| AC-1 rated operational power at 690 V | 36 kW | |
| Short-time allowable current for 10 seconds | 200 A | |
| Recommended IEC fuse protection | 32 A gG or 20 A aM | |
| Average resistance per pole | 2.5 mΩ | |
| Power dissipation per pole at Ith | 2.6 W | |
| UL / CSA horsepower rating at 480 V | 10 HP | |
| UL / CSA horsepower rating at 575 / 600 V | 15 HP | |
| UL rated operational voltage | 600 V AC | |
| Auxiliary contacts | none integrated | |
| Main circuit connection | Screw terminals | |
| Power terminal protection | IP20 when properly wired | |
| Mounting type | Screw fixing or 35 mm DIN rail | |
| Mechanical life | up to 20,000,000 cycles | |
| Electrical life | up to 1,600,000 cycles | |
| Operating temperature | -50 to +70 °C | |
| Storage temperature | -60 to +80 °C | |
| Maximum altitude | 3000 m | |
| Approximate dimensions | 81 x 45 x 81 mm | |
| Package quantity | 1 | |
| Package dimensions | 90 x 47 x 86 mm | |
| Package volume | 363.78 cm³ | |
| Certifications | CCC, EAC, cULus | |
| Applicable standards | IEC/EN/BS 60947-1, IEC/EN/BS 60947-4-1, UL 60947-1, UL 60947-4-1, CSA C22.2 No. 60947-1 and CSA C22.2 No. 60947-4-1 | |
| HS Code | 85365080 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Lovato BF18T2A12060 used for?
The Lovato BF18T2A12060 is a four-pole industrial contactor used for switching and controlling electrical loads in automation and industrial systems.
What coil voltage does the BF18T2A12060 require?
The contactor operates with a 120VAC 60Hz coil.
What is the contact configuration of this Lovato contactor?
The BF18T2A12060 features a 2NO + 2NC four-pole configuration.
What is the current rating of the BF18T2A12060?
The contactor has an IEC AC-1 rating of 32 A and an AC-3 rating of 18 A at 400 V.
How is the Lovato BF18T2A12060 mounted?
The contactor supports screw installation and mounting on a standard 35 mm DIN rail.
Trusted by Industrial Automation Professionals
Lovato BF18 contactors are widely used in industrial automation and control systems where reliable switching performance, compact installation and long operational life are required.
