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BF38T2A04860 – 4P CONTACTOR 2NO+2NC 56A 48V 60HZ
Lovato BF38T2A04860 four-pole contactor with 48 V AC 60 Hz coil, 2NO + 2NC contacts, 56 A AC-1 rating and 38 A AC-3 rating at 400 V for industrial control panels and AC switching applications.
£213.12
Why Choose the Lovato BF38T2A04860 Four-Pole Contactor?
The Lovato BF38T2A04860 is a robust four-pole AC contactor designed for reliable switching of electrical loads in industrial control panels, automation systems, HVAC equipment and machinery applications. Part of the Lovato Electric BF contactor range, it combines a compact DIN rail mounting format with dependable electrical performance for professional panel builders and maintenance engineers.
This model features a 48 V AC 60 Hz coil and a 2 normally open plus 2 normally closed contact configuration, making it suitable for control circuits that require simultaneous switching, isolation or changeover-style operation across multiple poles. Its screw terminal connections provide secure wiring for demanding industrial environments.
With an IEC AC-1 thermal current rating of 56 A and an AC-3 rating of 38 A at 400 V, the BF38T2A04860 is well suited to AC switching tasks, motor control circuits and equipment panels where reliable contactor operation is essential.
Key Advantages
- Four-pole industrial contactor for AC switching and control panel applications.
- 2NO + 2NC contact configuration for flexible control circuit design.
- 48 V AC coil designed for 60 Hz control supplies.
- 56 A AC-1 operating current for resistive and general switching loads.
- 38 A AC-3 rating at 400 V for motor control applications.
- DIN rail or screw mounting for fast panel installation.
Key Features
- Lovato Electric BF38 contactor series.
- Four-pole main contactor.
- 2 normally open and 2 normally closed contacts.
- 48 V AC 60 Hz control coil.
- IEC operating current Ith AC-1: 56 A.
- IEC AC-3 rating at 400 V: 38 A / 18.5 kW.
- UL/CSA horsepower rating at 480 V: 30 HP.
- Screw terminals for secure electrical connection.
- Mounting by screw fixing or 35 mm DIN rail.
Reliable Switching for Industrial Control Panels
Contactors such as the Lovato BF38T2A04860 are used to switch electrical loads remotely from a control circuit. When the 48 V AC coil is energised, the contactor changes state, allowing connected equipment, circuits or loads to be switched safely and consistently.
The four-pole 2NO + 2NC design gives engineers additional flexibility where multiple circuits need to be switched together. This makes the BF38T2A04860 useful in automation panels, machinery control, isolation circuits, heating and ventilation equipment, and industrial distribution systems.
Typical Applications
- Industrial control panels and machine cabinets.
- AC load switching and automation circuits.
- Motor control and equipment switching applications.
- HVAC systems and refrigeration equipment.
- Power distribution and control circuits.
- OEM machinery and panel building projects.
Technical Specifications
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| Terminal Type | Screw | |
|---|---|---|
| Coil Voltage Range | 42–48 V | |
| Current | 38 A | |
| Power | 18.5 kW | |
| Voltage | 48 V | |
| Phase | Three Phase | |
| Poles | 4-pole | |
| Coil / Supply Voltage | 48 V AC | |
| Device Type | Contactor | |
| Coil Type | AC | |
| Current AC-1 | 56 A | |
| Series | BF38 | |
| Product type | Four-pole contactor | |
| Contact configuration | 2NO + 2NC | |
| Number of poles | 4 | |
| Coil type | AC coil, 60 Hz | |
| Rated coil voltage | 48 V AC | |
| IEC operating current Ith AC-1 | 56 A | |
| IEC operating current Ie AC-3 at 400 V | 38 A | |
| IEC AC-3 motor power at 400 V | 18.5 kW | |
| UL/CSA horsepower rating at 480 V | 30 HP | |
| Rated insulation voltage | 690 V | |
| Terminal type | Screw terminals | |
| Mounting type | Screw mounting / 35 mm DIN rail | |
| Operating temperature | approximately -50 to +70 °C | |
| Approximate width | 61 mm | |
| Approximate depth | 90 mm | |
| Weight | approx. 514 g | |
| Package dimensions | approx. 97 x 65 x 90 mm | |
| EAN | 8013975162354 | |
| Standards | IEC/EN/BS 60947-1, IEC/EN/BS 60947-4-1, UL 60947-1, UL 60947-4-1, CSA C22.2 60947-1, CSA C22.2 60947-4-1 | |
| HS Code | 85365080 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Lovato BF38T2A04860 used for?
The Lovato BF38T2A04860 is used for switching electrical loads in industrial control panels, automation systems, machinery, HVAC equipment and AC control circuits.
What coil voltage does the BF38T2A04860 require?
This contactor uses a 48 V AC coil designed for 60 Hz control supplies.
What contact configuration does this contactor have?
The BF38T2A04860 has a four-pole 2NO + 2NC contact configuration, meaning it includes two normally open and two normally closed contacts.
What current rating does the Lovato BF38T2A04860 offer?
It has an IEC AC-1 Ith rating of 56 A and an AC-3 rating of 38 A at 400 V.
How is the BF38T2A04860 mounted?
The contactor can be mounted using screw fixing or installed on a standard 35 mm DIN rail, making it suitable for electrical panels and machine cabinets.
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Lovato BF contactors are widely used by panel builders, automation engineers and maintenance teams who need dependable switching performance, straightforward installation and proven industrial reliability.
