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BF2600L024 – 3P CONTACTOR 26A AC3 24VDC LOW C.
Lovato BF2600L024 three-pole power contactor with a 26 A AC-3 operational current rating, 13 kW rating at 400 V and low-consumption 24 V DC coil for industrial motor control and automation.
£93.76
Why Choose the Lovato BF2600L024 Three-Pole Contactor?
The Lovato BF2600L024 is a compact and reliable three-pole power contactor designed for switching motors and electrical loads in industrial control and automation systems. As part of the Lovato BF series, it combines a 26 A AC-3 operational current rating with a low-consumption 24 V DC coil for efficient control.
This contactor is designed for dependable switching in motor control panels, machinery and industrial automation equipment. Its three main poles provide reliable control of three-phase loads, while the low-consumption DC coil requires only 2.4 W during operation. Screw terminals and compatibility with 35 mm DIN rail mounting simplify installation inside electrical panels.
With an IEC AC-3 operational current rating of 26 A and rated operational power of 13 kW at 400 V, the BF2600L024 is well suited to three-phase motor switching applications. Its 24 V DC low-consumption coil makes it particularly suitable for integration with industrial control systems where efficient DC control is required.
Key Advantages
- Compact three-pole power contactor for industrial motor control.
- 26 A AC-3 operational current rating for motor switching applications.
- 13 kW AC-3 rating at 400 V.
- Low-consumption 24 V DC coil with 2.4 W consumption.
- High conventional free-air thermal current rating of 45 A.
- Flexible installation using screws or 35 mm DIN rail mounting.
Key Features
- Lovato BF26 power contactor.
- Three main poles.
- 26 A operational current at AC-3 up to 440 V at specified operating temperature.
- 45 A conventional free-air thermal current.
- 24 V DC low-consumption coil.
- 2.4 W coil consumption at 20°C or below.
- 690 V rated insulation voltage.
- IP20 power terminal protection when properly wired.
- Screw or 35 mm DIN rail mounting.
Reliable Switching for Industrial Motor Control
Power contactors such as the Lovato BF2600L024 provide electrically controlled switching of motors and other industrial loads. They allow a comparatively low-power control circuit to reliably switch higher-power circuits, making them an essential component in motor starters, automation panels and machine control systems.
The BF2600L024 combines a high electrical and mechanical operating life with a low-consumption DC coil. Its 24 V DC control voltage makes it suitable for modern industrial control systems, while its compact mounting arrangement supports efficient panel design.
Typical Applications
- Three-phase motor starters and motor control circuits.
- Industrial machinery and production equipment.
- Conveyors and material handling systems.
- Pumps, fans and ventilation equipment.
- Industrial automation and control panels.
- OEM machinery and electrical control systems.
Technical Specifications
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| Terminal Type | Screw | |
|---|---|---|
| Coil Voltage Range | 24 V | |
| Power | 13 kW | |
| Current | 26 A | |
| Poles | 3-pole | |
| Coil / Supply Voltage | 24 V DC | |
| Device Type | Contactor | |
| Coil Type | DC | |
| Current AC-1 | 45 A | |
| HS Code | 85365080 | |
| Manufacturer | Lovato Electric | |
| Series | BF | |
| Model | BF2600L024 | |
| Product type | Power contactor | |
| Number of poles | 3 | |
| Rated operational current (AC-3) | 26 A | |
| Conventional free-air thermal current Ith | 45 A | |
| Rated operational power (AC-3, 230 V) | 7.3 kW | |
| Rated operational power (AC-3, 400 V) | 13 kW | |
| Rated operational power (AC-3, 415 V) | 14 kW | |
| Rated operational power (AC-3, 440 V) | 14 kW | |
| Rated operational power (AC-3, 500 V) | 15.6 kW | |
| Rated operational power (AC-3, 690 V) | 18.5 kW | |
| Rated insulation voltage Ui | 690 V | |
| Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp | 6 kV | |
| Coil type | Low-consumption DC coil | |
| Rated coil voltage | 24 V DC | |
| Average coil consumption | 2.4 W | |
| Protection rating | IP20 when properly wired | |
| Mounting type | Screw / 35 mm DIN rail | |
| Operating position | Vertical plane, ±30° allowable | |
| Mechanical life | 20,000,000 cycles | |
| Electrical life | 1,600,000 cycles | |
| Operating temperature | -50 to 70°C | |
| Maximum altitude | 3000 m | |
| Weight | 560 g |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Lovato BF2600L024 used for?
The BF2600L024 is a three-pole power contactor designed for switching motors and other electrical loads in industrial control, automation and machine applications.
What is the AC-3 current rating of the BF2600L024?
The contactor has an IEC AC-3 operational current rating of 26 A at up to 440 V under the specified operating conditions.
What motor power can the BF2600L024 switch at 400 V?
The BF2600L024 has a rated AC-3 operational power of 13 kW at 400 V.
What coil voltage does the BF2600L024 require?
The contactor uses a 24 V DC low-consumption coil with an average consumption of 2.4 W at 20°C or below.
How is the Lovato BF2600L024 mounted?
The contactor can be installed using screw fixing or a 35 mm DIN rail, making it suitable for installation inside industrial electrical and automation panels.
Trusted Industrial Switching from Lovato Electric
Lovato Electric BF contactors provide dependable switching for industrial motor control and automation applications, combining compact installation, robust electrical performance and efficient control coil technology.
