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BF230T4E400 Lovato 4P CONTACTOR 350A AC1 250…500VAC/DC
Lovato BF230T4E400 is a four-pole power contactor rated at 350 A for AC-1 duty with a wide-range 250–500 V AC/DC control coil for industrial power switching and control applications.
£842.80
Why Choose the Lovato BF230T4E400 4-Pole Contactor?
The Lovato BF230T4E400 is a robust and high-performance four-pole power contactor designed for reliable switching of high-current electrical loads in industrial control, distribution and automation systems. As part of the Lovato BF series contactor range, it combines a high AC-1 current rating with an electronically controlled wide-range AC/DC coil for flexible integration into industrial control panels.
This contactor provides an IEC conventional free-air thermal current (Ith) and AC-1 operational current of 350 A at up to 40 °C, making it particularly suitable for switching resistive and other non-inductive or slightly inductive loads. Its four-pole configuration enables simultaneous switching across four conductors, while screw fixing provides secure installation within electrical panels and switchgear assemblies.
The BF230T4E400 features a 250–500 V AC/DC rated control coil, allowing the same contactor to operate across a broad range of AC and DC control voltages. It also provides an AC-3 operational current of 230 A at 400 V, corresponding to a rated operational motor power of 110 kW at 400 V.
Key Advantages
- Heavy-duty four-pole power contactor for industrial switching applications.
- 350 A AC-1 operational current at up to 40 °C for high-current loads.
- Wide-range 250–500 V AC/DC control coil simplifies control-system integration.
- 230 A AC-3 operational current at 400 V for demanding motor-control duties.
- Rated for 110 kW at 400 V in AC-3 duty.
- High 1000 V rated insulation voltage for demanding electrical installations.
Key Features
- Lovato BF230 series power contactor.
- Four main poles.
- 350 A conventional free-air thermal current (Ith).
- 350 A AC-1 operational current at ≤40 °C.
- 230 A AC-3 operational current at 400 V.
- 110 kW AC-3 operational power at 400 V.
- 250–500 V AC/DC coil voltage.
- 1000 V rated insulation voltage and 8 kV impulse withstand voltage.
- Screw fixing for secure panel installation.
Reliable High-Current Switching for Industrial Systems
Power contactors such as the Lovato BF230T4E400 provide electrically controlled switching of high-current circuits, allowing low-power control systems to safely operate industrial loads. The four-pole arrangement makes this model particularly useful where four conductors must be switched simultaneously in power distribution, heating, lighting and industrial control applications.
The BF series is engineered for dependable operation in demanding industrial environments. The BF230T4E400 combines a high AC-1 current capacity with a wide-range AC/DC coil, high insulation voltage and long mechanical operating life, making it suitable for integration into switchboards, machinery and automated electrical control systems.
Typical Applications
- Industrial power distribution and switching panels.
- High-current resistive load switching.
- Industrial heating and electric heater control.
- Motor control and machinery applications.
- Electrical switchboards and control cabinets.
- Industrial automation and process-control systems.
Technical Specifications
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| Coil Type | AC, AC/DC, DC | |
|---|---|---|
| Coil Voltage Range | 200–250 V, 380–440 V, 460–500 V | |
| Power | 110 kW | |
| Current | 230 A | |
| Poles | 4-pole | |
| Coil / Supply Voltage | 250 V DC, 380 V AC, 400 V AC, 415 V AC, 440 V AC, 480 V AC, 500 V AC | |
| Device Type | Contactor | |
| Current AC-1 | 350 A | |
| HS Code | 85365080 | |
| Manufacturer | Lovato Electric | |
| Series | BF230 | |
| Model | BF230T4E400 | |
| Product type | Power contactor | |
| Number of poles | 4 | |
| Coil type | AC/DC coil | |
| Rated coil voltage | 250–500 V AC/DC | |
| IEC conventional free-air thermal current Ith (≤40 °C) | 350 A | |
| AC-1 operational current (≤40 °C) | 350 A | |
| AC-1 operational current (≤55 °C) | 290 A | |
| AC-1 operational current (≤70 °C) | 250 A | |
| AC-3 operational current at 400 V | 230 A | |
| AC-3 operational power at 400 V | 110 kW | |
| AC-4 operational current at 400 V | 110 A | |
| Rated insulation voltage Ui | 1000 V | |
| Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp | 8 kV | |
| Operational frequency | 25–400 Hz | |
| Power terminal protection | IP00 | |
| Mounting / fixing | Screw fixing | |
| Operating temperature | -40 to +70 °C | |
| Maximum altitude | 3000 m | |
| Mechanical life | 10,000,000 cycles |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Lovato BF230T4E400 used for?
The BF230T4E400 is a four-pole power contactor designed for electrically controlled switching of high-current loads in industrial power, machinery and automation systems.
What is the AC-1 current rating of the BF230T4E400?
The contactor has an AC-1 operational current rating of 350 A at ambient temperatures up to 40 °C.
What control voltage does the BF230T4E400 require?
The BF230T4E400 uses a wide-range 250–500 V AC/DC control coil, allowing operation from either AC or DC control supplies within the specified range.
How many poles does the Lovato BF230T4E400 have?
The BF230T4E400 is a four-pole contactor, allowing four power conductors to be switched simultaneously.
What is the AC-3 rating of the BF230T4E400 at 400 V?
The contactor is rated at 230 A and 110 kW in AC-3 duty at 400 V.
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