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BF2501A57560 – 3P CONTACTOR +1NC 25A AC3
Lovato BF2501A57560 three-pole BF25 contactor with 25 A AC-3 rating at 400 V, 32 A AC-1 thermal current, 575 V AC 60 Hz coil, built-in 1NC auxiliary contact with mirror contact function and screw or 35 mm DIN rail mounting.
£65.70
Why Choose the Lovato BF2501A57560 Contactor?
The Lovato BF2501A57560 is a dependable three-pole industrial power contactor designed for reliable motor switching, automation control and industrial electrical applications. Part of the trusted Lovato BF25 contactor series, it provides high-performance switching, compact installation and long electrical service life for demanding industrial environments.
Featuring a 575 V AC coil operating at 60 Hz, the BF2501A57560 provides stable electromagnetic operation for industrial control systems. Its compact construction and flexible mounting options allow easy integration into electrical cabinets, machinery panels and automation systems using screw mounting or 35 mm DIN rail installation.
With an IEC AC-1 thermal current rating of 32 A and an AC-3 operating rating of 25 A at 400 V, the Lovato BF2501A57560 is suitable for controlling three-phase motors and industrial loads. The contactor includes a built-in 1NC auxiliary contact with mirror contact function for additional control and safety applications.
Key Advantages
- Reliable three-pole contactor for industrial motor control applications.
- 575 V AC 60 Hz coil suitable for industrial control circuits.
- 25 A AC-3 motor switching capability at 400 V.
- 32 A AC-1 thermal current rating for general electrical loads.
- Integrated 1NC auxiliary contact with mirror contact function.
- Compact construction for automation panels and industrial cabinets.
Key Features
- Lovato BF25 industrial contactor series.
- Three-pole configuration with three normally open main contacts.
- 575 V AC 60 Hz operating coil.
- IEC AC-1 operating current of 32 A.
- IEC AC-3 operating current of 25 A at 400 V.
- Motor power rating up to 12.5 kW at 400 V AC-3.
- Built-in 1NC auxiliary contact.
- DIN rail 35 mm and screw mounting capability.
- Designed according to IEC/EN 60947-4-1 industrial standards.
Reliable Motor Control for Industrial Systems
The Lovato BF2501A57560 provides dependable switching and control of motors and electrical loads in industrial automation systems. Contactors allow low-power control circuits to safely operate higher-power equipment while maintaining efficient electrical management and reliable performance.
The BF25 series combines compact dimensions, durable construction and flexible mounting options, making it suitable for OEM machinery, production equipment and industrial control panels requiring dependable switching performance.
Typical Applications
- Industrial motor starters and control panels.
- Automation machinery and production equipment.
- Pumps, fans and compressor systems.
- Material handling and conveyor applications.
- OEM machine control systems.
- Industrial power switching applications.
Technical Specifications
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| Terminal Type | Screw | |
|---|---|---|
| Coil Voltage Range | 575–600 V | |
| Power | 12.5 kW | |
| Current | 25 A | |
| Voltage | 575 V | |
| Phase | Three Phase | |
| IP Rating | IP20 | |
| Poles | 3-pole | |
| Coil / Supply Voltage | 575 V AC | |
| Device Type | Contactor | |
| Auxiliary Contacts | 1NC | |
| Coil Type | AC | |
| Current AC-1 | 32 A | |
| Series | BF Contactors | |
| Product type | Three-pole power contactor | |
| Product type designation | BF25 | |
| Main contact configuration | 3NO | |
| Number of poles | 3 | |
| Built-in auxiliary contact | 1NC | |
| Auxiliary contact function | Mirror contact function | |
| Coil type | AC coil, 60 Hz | |
| Rated coil voltage | 575 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-1 at 40 °C | 32 A | |
| IEC operating current AC-1 at 55 °C | 26 A | |
| IEC operating current AC-1 at 70 °C | 23 A | |
| IEC operating current AC-3 up to 440 V | 25 A | |
| IEC operating current AC-4 at 400 V | 10 A | |
| Rated operational power AC-3 at 230 V | 7 kW | |
| Rated operational power AC-3 at 400 V | 12.5 kW | |
| Rated operational power AC-3 at 415 V | 13.4 kW | |
| Rated operational power AC-3 at 440 V | 13.4 kW | |
| Rated operational power AC-3 at 500 V | 15 kW | |
| Rated operational power AC-3 at 690 V | 11 kW | |
| Rated operational power AC-1 at 230 V | 12 kW | |
| Rated operational power AC-1 at 400 V | 21 kW | |
| Rated operational power AC-1 at 500 V | 26 kW | |
| Rated operational power AC-1 at 690 V | 36 kW | |
| Rated insulation voltage Ui | 690 V | |
| Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp | 6 kV | |
| Protection fuse IEC gG | 50 A | |
| Protection fuse IEC aM | 25 A | |
| Making capacity | 250 A RMS | |
| Breaking capacity at 440 V | 200 A | |
| Breaking capacity at 500 V | 184 A | |
| Breaking capacity at 690 V | 102 A | |
| Resistance per pole | approximately 2.5 mΩ | |
| Power dissipation per pole | 2.6 W at Ith, 1.6 W at AC-3 duty | |
| Auxiliary contact thermal current Ith | 10 A | |
| Auxiliary contact designation | A600 - P600 | |
| Auxiliary contact AC15 operating current | 3 A at 230 V, 1.9 A at 400 V, 1.4 A at 500 V | |
| Auxiliary contact DC13 operating current | 5.7 A at 24 V, 2.9 A at 48 V, 1.25 A at 110 V, 1.1 A at 125 V, 0.55 A at 220 V | |
| UL rated operational voltage | 600 V AC | |
| UL general use current | 32 A | |
| UL / CSA horsepower rating at 200 / 208 V | 7.5 HP | |
| UL / CSA horsepower rating at 220 / 240 V | 7.5 HP | |
| UL / CSA horsepower rating at 460 / 480 V | 15 HP | |
| UL / CSA horsepower rating at 575 / 600 V | 15 HP | |
| Terminal type | Screw terminals | |
| 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 | |
| Mechanical life | 20,000,000 cycles | |
| Electrical life | 1,200,000 cycles | |
| Package dimensions | 90 x 47 x 86 mm | |
| Volume | 363.78 cm³ | |
| EAN | 8013975160961 | |
| Certifications | CCC, EAC and cULus | |
| Standards | IEC/EN/BS 60947-1, IEC/EN/BS 60947-4-1, UL 60947-1, UL 60947-4-1, CSA C22.2 n° 60947-1, CSA C22.2 n° 60947-4-1 and IEC/EN 60335-2-89 | |
| HS Code | 85365080 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Lovato BF2501A57560 used for?
The Lovato BF2501A57560 is a three-pole contactor designed for switching and controlling motors and electrical loads in industrial automation applications.
What coil voltage does this contactor require?
The BF2501A57560 uses a 575 V AC coil operating at 60 Hz.
What motor power can this contactor handle?
The contactor supports motor applications up to approximately 12.5 kW at 400 V AC-3.
How many poles does the BF2501A57560 have?
The contactor features three main normally open power poles for three-phase motor switching.
How can this contactor be installed?
The BF2501A57560 can be installed using screw mounting or standard 35 mm DIN rail mounting inside electrical control cabinets.
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Lovato BF series contactors are widely used in industrial automation and motor control systems to provide reliable switching, efficient operation and durable electrical performance.
