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BF26T4A048 – 4P CONTACTOR NO 45A AC1 48/50-60
Lovato BF26T4A048 four-pole power contactor with four normally open contacts, 45 A AC-1 thermal current and a 48 V AC 50/60 Hz coil for industrial switching applications.
£82.36
Why Choose the Lovato BF26T4A048 Power Contactor?
The Lovato BF26T4A048 is a compact and reliable four-pole AC power contactor designed for switching and controlling industrial electrical loads. As part of the Lovato BF26 contactor series, it provides dependable performance for industrial automation, motor control and electrical switching applications.
This contactor features four normally open main contacts and a 48 V AC 50/60 Hz coil, providing a flexible solution for industrial control circuits where reliable switching and compact installation are required. Its design allows straightforward integration into control panels and machinery assemblies.
With an IEC AC-1 conventional free air thermal current rating of 45 A, a rated insulation voltage of 690 V and support for industrial switching applications, the BF26T4A048 is suitable for electrical control systems, automation equipment and machinery installations.
Key Advantages
- Reliable four-pole contactor for industrial switching applications.
- 45 A AC-1 conventional free air thermal current for general industrial loads.
- 48 V AC 50/60 Hz coil suitable for industrial control circuits.
- Four normally open main contacts for flexible switching configurations.
- Compact design for electrical panels and automation systems.
- Screw and 35 mm DIN rail mounting compatibility.
Key Features
- Lovato BF26 contactor series.
- Four main poles.
- 4 normally open contacts.
- 45 A IEC AC-1 conventional free air thermal current.
- 48 V AC coil supply.
- 50/60 Hz coil frequency.
- 690 V rated insulation voltage.
- 6 kV rated impulse withstand voltage.
Reliable Switching for Industrial Control Systems
Power contactors such as the Lovato BF26T4A048 provide electrically controlled switching for industrial circuits, allowing loads to be operated through a dedicated control system. They are widely used in automation equipment, machinery and electrical control panels where reliable switching performance is required.
The Lovato BF26 series combines compact dimensions with robust electrical characteristics. The BF26T4A048 provides four-pole switching with a 48 V AC control coil, making it suitable for industrial systems requiring dependable contact operation and flexible installation.
Typical Applications
- Industrial electrical control panels.
- Machine automation systems.
- Motor control assemblies.
- Power switching applications.
- Industrial machinery.
- Electrical distribution and control systems.
Technical Specifications
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| Terminal Type | Screw | |
|---|---|---|
| Coil Voltage Range | 42–48 V | |
| Power | 11 kW | |
| Current | 26 A | |
| Poles | 4-pole | |
| Coil / Supply Voltage | 48 V AC | |
| Device Type | Contactor | |
| Coil Type | AC | |
| Current AC-1 | 45 A | |
| HS Code | 85365080 | |
| Manufacturer | Lovato Electric | |
| Series | BF26 | |
| Model | BF26T4A048 | |
| Product type | Power contactor | |
| Number of poles | 4 | |
| Contact configuration | 4 normally open | |
| Coil type | AC coil | |
| Rated coil voltage | 48 V AC | |
| Coil frequency | 50/60 Hz | |
| IEC conventional free air thermal current Ith | 45 A | |
| IEC operational current Ie AC-1 at ≤40 °C | 45 A | |
| IEC operational current Ie AC-1 at ≤55 °C | 36 A | |
| IEC operational current Ie AC-1 at ≤70 °C | 32 A | |
| Rated insulation voltage Ui | 690 V | |
| Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp | 6 kV | |
| Operational frequency | 25–400 Hz | |
| Mechanical operating frequency | 3600 cycles/h | |
| Mechanical life | 20,000,000 cycles | |
| Protection rating | IP20 when properly wired | |
| Mounting type | Screw / 35 mm DIN rail | |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | approx. 90 × 61 × 90 mm | |
| Weight | approx. 0.508 kg |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Lovato BF26T4A048 used for?
The BF26T4A048 is a four-pole power contactor designed for switching industrial electrical loads in automation, machinery and control applications.
What coil voltage does the BF26T4A048 use?
The BF26T4A048 uses a 48 V AC coil operating at 50/60 Hz.
What current rating does the BF26T4A048 support?
The contactor has an IEC AC-1 conventional free air thermal current rating of 45 A.
How many poles does the BF26T4A048 have?
The BF26T4A048 has four main poles configured as four normally open contacts.
Where is the BF26T4A048 typically installed?
The contactor is typically installed inside industrial control panels, machinery cabinets and electrical switching assemblies.
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