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BF18T4A048 – 4P CONTACTOR NO 32A AC1 48/50-60
Lovato BF18T4A048 four-pole contactor with 4NO contacts, 32 A AC-1 rating, 18 A AC-3 rating at 400 V, 48 V AC 50/60 Hz coil and screw or 35 mm DIN rail mounting for industrial control panels.
£54.76
Why Choose the Lovato BF18T4A048 Contactor?
The Lovato BF18T4A048 is a reliable four-pole industrial contactor designed for efficient switching and control of motors, machinery and electrical loads in industrial automation systems. As part of the proven Lovato BF18 contactor series, it provides dependable operation, compact installation and long service life for demanding industrial applications.
This contactor features a 48 V AC 50/60 Hz coil and a 4NO four-pole contact configuration, making it suitable for motor starters, electrical control panels, OEM machinery and industrial automation equipment. Its robust design supports flexible installation using screw terminals or standard 35 mm DIN rail mounting.
With an IEC AC-1 thermal current rating of 32 A and an AC-3 rating of 18 A at 400 V, the BF18T4A048 is suitable for motor control applications up to approximately 7.5 kW at 400 V AC. The contactor offers reliable switching performance with a 690 V insulation rating for industrial control environments.
Key Advantages
- Reliable Lovato BF18 series industrial contactor for automation and motor control.
- 48 V AC 50/60 Hz coil suitable for industrial control circuits.
- Four-pole 4NO contact configuration for flexible power switching.
- 32 A AC-1 current rating for general industrial loads.
- 18 A AC-3 rating at 400 V for motor switching applications.
- DIN rail and screw mounting options simplify electrical panel installation.
Key Features
- Lovato BF18 contactor series.
- Four-pole contactor design.
- 4 normally open main contacts.
- 48 V AC 50/60 Hz operating coil.
- IEC AC-1 operating current: 32 A.
- IEC AC-3 operating current: 18 A at 400 V.
- Motor switching capacity up to 7.5 kW.
- 690 V rated insulation voltage.
- Screw terminal connection system.
- 35 mm DIN rail mounting compatibility.
Reliable Switching for Industrial Control Systems
The Lovato BF18T4A048 provides dependable switching control for industrial motors and electrical loads. Contactors allow low-power control signals to safely operate higher-power circuits, improving automation efficiency and protecting connected equipment.
Designed for machine builders, panel manufacturers and automation engineers, the BF18 series combines compact dimensions, high switching reliability and compatibility with international standards. Its AC coil configuration makes it suitable for standard industrial control systems requiring dependable contactor performance.
Typical Applications
- Industrial motor control panels.
- Automation machinery and OEM equipment.
- Conveyor and material handling systems.
- Pumps, fans and HVAC control applications.
- Production and processing machinery.
- Industrial electrical distribution systems.
Technical Specifications
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| Terminal Type | Screw | |
|---|---|---|
| Coil Voltage Range | 42–48 V | |
| Current | 18 A | |
| Power | 7.5 kW | |
| Voltage | 48 V | |
| Phase | Three Phase | |
| IP Rating | IP20 | |
| Poles | 4-pole | |
| Coil / Supply Voltage | 48 V AC | |
| Device Type | Contactor | |
| Coil Type | AC | |
| Current AC-1 | 32 A | |
| Series | BF Contactors | |
| Product type | Four-pole power contactor | |
| Product type designation | BF18 | |
| Contact configuration | 4NO | |
| Number of poles | 4 | |
| Coil type | AC coil, 50/60 Hz | |
| Rated coil voltage | 48 V AC | |
| AC coil pick-up voltage | 80 to 110% Us | |
| AC coil drop-out voltage | 20 to 55% Us | |
| Average coil consumption | 75 VA inrush, 9 VA holding | |
| Holding dissipation | approximately 2.5 W | |
| IEC thermal current Ith AC-1 at 40 °C | 32 A | |
| IEC operating current AC-3 at 400 V | 18 A | |
| Rated operational power AC-3 at 400 V | 7.5 kW | |
| Rated operational power AC-1 at 400 V | 21 kW | |
| Rated insulation voltage Ui | 690 V | |
| Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp | 6 kV | |
| UL / CSA horsepower rating at 480 V | 10 HP | |
| Rated operational voltage UL | 600 V AC | |
| General use AC current UL | 32 A | |
| Protection fuse | 32 A gG or 20 A aM | |
| Making capacity | 180 A RMS | |
| Resistance per pole | approximately 2.5 mΩ | |
| Terminal tightening torque | 1.5 to 1.8 Nm | |
| Coil terminal tightening torque | 0.8 to 1 Nm | |
| Maximum flexible conductor section without lug | 6 mm² | |
| Cable stripping length | 10 mm main circuit, 8 mm command circuit | |
| Mounting type | Screw fixing or 35 mm DIN rail | |
| Protection rating | IP20 when correctly wired | |
| Operating position | Vertical plane, allowable inclination ±30° | |
| Operating temperature | -50 °C to +70 °C | |
| Storage temperature | -60 °C to +80 °C | |
| Maximum altitude | 3000 m | |
| Pollution degree | 3 | |
| Approximate dimensions | 45 x 81 x 80.7 mm | |
| Weight | 362 g | |
| Package dimensions | 90 x 47 x 86 mm | |
| EAN | 8013975161586 | |
| HS Code | 85365080 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Lovato BF18T4A048 used for?
The BF18T4A048 is a four-pole industrial contactor used for switching and controlling motors and electrical loads in automation systems.
What coil voltage does the BF18T4A048 use?
The contactor uses a 48 V AC 50/60 Hz coil designed for industrial control applications.
What is the current rating of this Lovato contactor?
The contactor has an AC-1 rating of 32 A and an AC-3 rating of 18 A at 400 V.
What contact arrangement does this model have?
The BF18T4A048 features a four-pole 4NO contact arrangement.
How is the BF18T4A048 installed?
The contactor can be installed using screw terminals or mounted on a standard 35 mm DIN rail.
Trusted by Industrial Automation Professionals
Lovato BF18 contactors are widely used in industrial automation, motor control and electrical switching systems where reliable performance, compact installation and long service life are required.
