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BF3800A46060 – 3P CONTACTOR 38A AC3 460/60
Lovato BF3800A46060 three-pole power contactor with a 38 A AC-3 rating, 18.5 kW motor rating at 400–440 V and a 460 V AC 60 Hz control coil for industrial motor-control applications.
£88.14
Why Choose the Lovato BF3800A46060 Power Contactor?
The Lovato BF3800A46060 is a reliable three-pole power contactor designed for switching and controlling three-phase motors in industrial machinery and automation systems. As part of the Lovato BF38 contactor series, it provides dependable electromagnetic switching for motor starters, control panels and industrial equipment.
This contactor has an IEC AC-3 operational current rating of 38 A at up to 440 V and supports an AC-3 motor power rating of 18.5 kW at 400–440 V. Its conventional free-air thermal current rating is 56 A, making it suitable for motor control and general-purpose load-switching applications.
The BF3800A46060 incorporates a dedicated 460 V AC, 60 Hz coil with a consumption of 75 VA during inrush and 9 VA while holding. Screw or 35 mm DIN-rail mounting enables straightforward installation in electrical control panels and machine cabinets.
Key Advantages
- Reliable three-pole power contactor for industrial motor control.
- 38 A AC-3 operational current rating at up to 440 V.
- 18.5 kW AC-3 motor rating at 400–440 V.
- 56 A AC-1 thermal current rating at up to 40°C.
- Dedicated 460 V AC, 60 Hz control coil.
- Flexible screw or 35 mm DIN-rail mounting.
Key Features
- Lovato BF38 contactor series.
- Three-pole power contactor.
- 38 A AC-3 operational current.
- 56 A conventional free-air thermal current.
- 15.5 A AC-4 operational current at 400 V.
- 690 V rated insulation voltage.
- 6 kV rated impulse withstand voltage.
- IP20 power-terminal protection when correctly wired.
Reliable Switching for Industrial Motor Control
Power contactors such as the Lovato BF3800A46060 use an electromagnetic coil to open and close power circuits in response to a control signal. This enables motors and other industrial loads to be operated remotely through control panels, automation systems and motor starters.
The BF38 series is engineered for frequent industrial switching, with a mechanical life of up to 20,000,000 cycles. Its compact mounting format, protected terminals and broad operating-temperature range support dependable integration into machinery and electrical control assemblies.
Typical Applications
- Three-phase motor starters and control panels.
- Industrial pumps, fans and compressors.
- Conveyors and material-handling systems.
- HVAC and refrigeration equipment.
- Manufacturing and production machinery.
- OEM automation systems and machine building.
Technical Specifications
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| Terminal Type | Screw | |
|---|---|---|
| Coil Voltage Range | 460–500 V | |
| Current | 38 A | |
| Power | 11 kW | |
| Poles | 3-pole | |
| Coil / Supply Voltage | 460 V AC | |
| Device Type | Contactor | |
| Coil Type | AC | |
| Current AC-1 | 56 A | |
| HS Code | 85365080 | |
| Manufacturer | Lovato Electric | |
| Series | BF38 | |
| Model | BF3800A46060 | |
| Product type | Power contactor | |
| Number of poles | 3 | |
| Rated coil voltage | 460 V AC | |
| Coil frequency | 60 Hz | |
| AC-3 operational current | 38 A at up to 440 V and 55°C | |
| AC-4 operational current | 15.5 A at 400 V | |
| AC-1 thermal current | 56 A at up to 40°C | |
| AC-3 operational power | 11 kW at 230 V; 18.5 kW at 400–440 V; 20 kW at 500 V; 22 kW at 690 V | |
| Rated insulation voltage | 690 V | |
| Rated impulse withstand voltage | 6 kV | |
| Short-time allowable current | 320 A for 10 seconds | |
| Recommended IEC fuse protection | 63 A gG or 40 A aM | |
| Coil consumption | 75 VA inrush; 9 VA holding | |
| Protection rating | IP20 at power terminals when correctly wired | |
| Mounting type | Screw or 35 mm DIN rail | |
| Mechanical life | 20,000,000 cycles | |
| Electrical life | 1,400,000 cycles | |
| Operating temperature | -50°C to +70°C | |
| Maximum altitude | 3,000 m | |
| Weight | 422 g | |
| EAN-13 | 8013975161319 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Lovato BF3800A46060 used for?
This contactor is used to switch and control three-phase motors and other industrial electrical loads in machinery, motor starters and automation panels.
What is the AC-3 rating of this contactor?
The BF3800A46060 has an IEC AC-3 operational current rating of 38 A at up to 440 V.
What motor power can the BF3800A46060 control?
Its IEC AC-3 operational power rating is 18.5 kW at 400–440 V.
What control supply does the contactor require?
The BF3800A46060 requires a 460 V AC control supply operating at 60 Hz.
How is the BF3800A46060 mounted?
The contactor can be installed using screws or mounted on a standard 35 mm DIN rail.
Trusted Industrial Switching from Lovato Electric
Lovato Electric BF series contactors provide dependable switching, flexible panel installation and verified performance for industrial motor-control and automation applications.
