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BF38T4A57560 – 4P CONTACTOR NO 56A AC1 575/60
Lovato BF38T4A57560 four-pole power contactor with four normally open main contacts, a 575 V AC 60 Hz coil, 56 A AC-1 rating and 38 A / 18.5 kW AC-3 rating at 400 V for industrial switching and motor control.
£111.87
Why Choose the Lovato BF38T4A57560 Four-Pole Contactor?
The Lovato BF38T4A57560 is a robust four-pole power contactor designed for reliable switching in industrial electrical control systems. Part of the Lovato BF38 contactor range, this model features four normally open main contacts and a 575 V AC 60 Hz control coil, making it suitable for industrial motor control, machinery and power-switching applications.
The BF38T4A57560 has an IEC conventional free-air thermal current rating of 56 A and an AC-3 operational current rating of 38 A at 400 V. At 400 V, its AC-3 motor rating is 18.5 kW, providing dependable switching performance for demanding industrial motor-control duties.
With a rated insulation voltage of 690 V, rated impulse withstand voltage of 6 kV and a mechanical life of up to 20,000,000 cycles, the BF38T4A57560 is designed for long-term industrial service. Screw fixing or 35 mm DIN rail mounting provides flexible installation within electrical panels, machinery and control cabinets.
Key Advantages
- Robust four-pole power contactor for industrial switching applications.
- Four normally open main contacts for four-pole load switching.
- 575 V AC 60 Hz control coil for compatible AC control circuits.
- 56 A IEC conventional free-air thermal current.
- 38 A / 18.5 kW AC-3 rating at 400 V for motor-control applications.
- Flexible screw or 35 mm DIN rail mounting simplifies control-panel installation.
Key Features
- Lovato BF38 power contactor.
- Four normally open main poles.
- 575 V AC rated control voltage at 60 Hz.
- 56 A AC-1 current rating.
- 38 A AC-3 operational current at 400 V.
- 15.5 A AC-4 operational current at 400 V.
- 18.5 kW AC-3 operational power at 400 V.
- 690 V rated insulation voltage.
- 6 kV rated impulse withstand voltage.
Reliable Switching for Industrial Control Systems
Power contactors provide electrically controlled switching of industrial power circuits, allowing motors and other loads to be operated through automation and control equipment. The Lovato BF38T4A57560 combines four normally open main poles with a 575 V AC 60 Hz control coil, providing a dependable solution for industrial machinery and electrical control panels.
Its 38 A / 18.5 kW AC-3 rating at 400 V supports demanding motor-control applications, while its 56 A AC-1 rating provides capacity for general load switching. High mechanical endurance, a wide operating temperature range and flexible screw or DIN rail mounting support integration into professional industrial control systems.
Typical Applications
- Industrial motor starters and control panels.
- Three-phase motor switching.
- Pumps, fans and compressors.
- Machinery and automation systems.
- Industrial power and load switching.
- OEM machinery and electrical control cabinets.
Technical Specifications
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| Terminal Type | Screw | |
|---|---|---|
| Coil Voltage Range | 575–600 V | |
| Current | 38 A | |
| Power | 18.5 kW | |
| Poles | 4-pole | |
| Device Type | Contactor | |
| Coil Type | AC | |
| Current AC-1 | 56 A | |
| HS Code | 85365080 | |
| Manufacturer | Lovato Electric | |
| Series | BF38 | |
| Model | BF38T4A57560 | |
| Product type | Four-pole power contactor | |
| Number of poles | 4 | |
| Main contact configuration | 4NO | |
| Coil type | AC | |
| Rated control voltage | 575 V AC | |
| Control frequency | 60 Hz | |
| IEC conventional free-air thermal current Ith | 56 A | |
| Operational current AC-3 at 400 V | 38 A | |
| Operational current AC-4 at 400 V | 15.5 A | |
| AC-3 operational power at 400 V | 18.5 kW | |
| Rated insulation voltage Ui | 690 V | |
| Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp | 6 kV | |
| UL/CSA motor rating at 480 V | 30 HP | |
| Main circuit connection | Screw connection | |
| Terminal tightening torque | 2.5–3 Nm | |
| Mounting type | Screw / 35 mm DIN rail | |
| Operating temperature | -50 to +70 °C | |
| Storage temperature | -60 to +80 °C | |
| Maximum altitude | 3000 m | |
| Pollution degree | 3 | |
| Mechanical life | 20,000,000 cycles | |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | 90 × 61 × 90 mm | |
| Weight | 504 g |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Lovato BF38T4A57560?
The BF38T4A57560 is a four-pole Lovato power contactor with four normally open main contacts and a 575 V AC 60 Hz control coil.
What control voltage does the BF38T4A57560 require?
The BF38T4A57560 has a 575 V AC control coil rated for 60 Hz operation.
What is the current rating of the BF38T4A57560?
The contactor has an IEC conventional free-air thermal current rating of 56 A and an AC-3 operational current rating of 38 A at 400 V.
What motor power is the BF38T4A57560 rated for at 400 V?
The BF38T4A57560 is rated for 18.5 kW in AC-3 duty at 400 V.
How is the Lovato BF38T4A57560 mounted?
The BF38T4A57560 supports screw fixing or mounting on a 35 mm DIN rail for installation in industrial electrical panels and control cabinets.
Industrial Switching from Lovato Electric
Lovato BF contactors provide dependable switching for industrial motor control, machinery and automation systems, combining robust electrical performance with high mechanical endurance and flexible installation for professional control applications.
