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BF38T2A400 – 4P CONTACTOR 2NO+2NC 56A 400V 50/60HZ
Lovato BF38T2A400 four-pole power contactor with 400 V AC 50/60 Hz coil, 2NO + 2NC contacts, 56 A AC-1 rating and 38 A AC-3 rating at 400 V for industrial control panels, machinery and AC switching applications.
£213.12
Why Choose the Lovato BF38T2A400 Four-Pole Contactor?
The Lovato BF38T2A400 is a reliable four-pole industrial power contactor designed for efficient switching and control of motors and electrical loads in automation systems, machinery and industrial control panels. As part of the proven Lovato Electric BF38 contactor series, it provides dependable electrical performance, flexible installation and long operational life for demanding industrial applications.
This contactor features a 400 V AC control coil operating at 50/60 Hz and a 2NO + 2NC four-pole contact configuration, providing versatile switching capability for industrial power and control circuits. Its compact design supports screw mounting and standard 35 mm DIN rail installation, making it suitable for modern electrical control systems.
With an IEC thermal current rating of 56 A in AC-1 duty and an AC-3 operational rating of 38 A at 400 V, the BF38T2A400 is suitable for controlling motors and electrical loads up to 18.5 kW in industrial automation applications.
Key Advantages
- Reliable four-pole contactor designed for industrial switching applications.
- 38 A AC-3 operational current rating for motor control applications.
- 56 A AC-1 thermal current rating for dependable load switching.
- 400 V AC 50/60 Hz coil voltage for industrial control circuits.
- 2NO + 2NC contact arrangement for flexible circuit control.
- Compatible with screw mounting and 35 mm DIN rail installation.
- Suitable for automation panels, machinery and electrical control systems.
Key Features
- Lovato Electric BF38 contactor series.
- Four-pole main contact configuration.
- 2 normally open and 2 normally closed contacts.
- 56 A IEC AC-1 operating current.
- 38 A IEC AC-3 operational current at 400 V.
- 400 V AC coil operation at 50/60 Hz.
- 690 V rated insulation voltage.
- 30 HP UL/CSA motor rating at 480 V.
- DIN rail and screw mounting compatibility.
- Industrial screw terminal connections.
Reliable Switching for Industrial Control Systems
The Lovato BF38T2A400 provides dependable switching of motors and electrical loads through a 400 V AC control signal. Its four-pole design with normally open and normally closed contacts allows flexible integration into industrial automation and control circuits.
The BF38 series is designed for professional electrical installations requiring durability, easy panel integration and compatibility with industrial control equipment. Its DIN rail mounting capability and screw terminal connections simplify installation and maintenance.
Typical Applications
- Industrial motor control panels.
- Automation machinery and OEM equipment.
- Production and manufacturing systems.
- Control circuits requiring NO and NC contacts.
- Pumps and ventilation equipment.
- Electrical distribution applications.
- Industrial switching circuits.
Technical Specifications
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| Terminal Type | Screw | |
|---|---|---|
| Coil Voltage Range | 380–440 V | |
| Current | 38 A | |
| Power | 18.5 kW | |
| Voltage | 400 V | |
| Phase | Three Phase | |
| Poles | 4-pole | |
| Coil / Supply Voltage | 400 V AC | |
| Device Type | Contactor | |
| Coil Type | AC | |
| Current AC-1 | 56 A | |
| Series | BF38 | |
| Product type | Four-pole contactor | |
| Product designation | Power contactor | |
| Contact configuration | 2NO + 2NC | |
| Number of poles | 4 | |
| Coil type | AC coil, 50/60 Hz | |
| Rated coil voltage | 400 V AC | |
| Coil pick-up range at 50 Hz | 80 to 110% Us | |
| Coil pick-up range at 60 Hz | 85 to 110% Us | |
| Coil drop-out range | 20 to 55% Us | |
| Average coil consumption at 50 Hz | 75 VA in-rush, 9 VA holding | |
| Average coil consumption at 60 Hz | 70 VA in-rush, 6.5 VA holding | |
| IEC conventional free air thermal current Ith | 56 A at 40 °C | |
| IEC operating current Ie AC-1 at 40 °C | 56 A | |
| IEC operating current Ie AC-3 at 400 V | 38 A | |
| IEC operating current Ie AC-4 at 400 V | 15.5 A | |
| IEC AC-3 motor power at 400 V | 18.5 kW | |
| Rated operational power AC-1 at 690 V | 62 kW | |
| UL/CSA horsepower rating at 480 V | 30 HP | |
| Rated insulation voltage Ui | 690 V | |
| Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp | 6 kV | |
| Operational frequency range | 25 to 400 Hz | |
| Short-time allowable current for 10 seconds | 320 A | |
| Protection fuse | 63 A gG or 40 A aM | |
| Making capacity | 380 A RMS | |
| Breaking capacity | 304 A at 440 V, 240 A at 500 V, 192 A at 690 V | |
| Power terminal protection | IP20 when properly wired | |
| Terminal type | Screw terminals | |
| Power terminal tightening torque | 2.5 to 3 Nm | |
| Coil terminal tightening torque | 0.8 to 1 Nm | |
| Maximum wires per terminal | 2 | |
| Maximum conductor section | 16 mm² flexible without lug | |
| Mounting type | Screw mounting / 35 mm DIN rail | |
| Operating position | Vertical plane, allowable ±30° | |
| Mechanical life | 20,000,000 cycles | |
| Electrical life | 1,400,000 cycles | |
| Mechanical operating frequency | up to 3,600 cycles per hour | |
| Operating temperature | -50 to +70 °C | |
| Storage temperature | -60 to +80 °C | |
| Maximum altitude | 3,000 m | |
| Pollution degree | 3 | |
| Weight | 522 g | |
| Package quantity | 1 | |
| Package dimensions | 97 x 65 x 90 mm | |
| Package volume | 567.45 cm³ | |
| EAN | 8013975162330 | |
| Certifications | CCC, EAC, cULus | |
| 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, IEC/EN 60335-2-89 | |
| HS Code | 85365080 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Lovato BF38T2A400 used for?
The BF38T2A400 is used for switching and controlling motors and electrical loads in industrial automation and control systems.
What contact configuration does this contactor have?
This contactor features a 2NO + 2NC four-pole contact configuration for flexible industrial switching.
What coil voltage does the BF38T2A400 require?
The contactor operates with a 400 V AC coil at 50/60 Hz.
What is the rated current of the BF38T2A400?
The contactor has an IEC AC-1 thermal current rating of 56 A and an AC-3 operational current rating of 38 A.
How can the Lovato BF38T2A400 be mounted?
The contactor can be mounted using screws or installed on a standard 35 mm DIN rail.
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