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BF38T4D125 – 4P CONTACTOR NO 56A AC1 125VDC
Lovato BF38T4D125 four-pole power contactor with four normally open contacts, a 56 A AC-1 rating, 38 A AC-3 rating and 125 V DC coil for industrial motor and load switching.
£232.92
Why Choose the Lovato BF38T4D125 Four-Pole Contactor?
The Lovato BF38T4D125 is a robust four-pole power contactor designed for dependable switching of motors and electrical loads in industrial machinery, control panels and automation systems. As part of the Lovato BF38 contactor series, it features four normally open (4NO) main contacts and a 125 V DC operating coil.
This contactor provides an AC-1 operational current rating of 56 A at 400 V and an AC-3 operational current rating of 38 A at 400 V. Its AC-3 motor power rating is 18.5 kW at 400 V, making it suitable for motor switching as well as industrial power control applications.
The BF38T4D125 combines a 125 V DC control coil with screw-terminal connections and DIN rail mounting capability for convenient integration into electrical panels. A rated insulation voltage of 690 V and an operating temperature range of -50 to 70 °C support reliable operation in demanding industrial environments.
Key Advantages
- Four-pole industrial power contactor for machinery and automation applications.
- 56 A AC-1 operational current at 400 V.
- 38 A AC-3 operational current at 400 V.
- 18.5 kW AC-3 motor power rating at 400 V.
- Four normally open (4NO) main contacts for four-pole switching.
- 125 V DC coil for compatible DC industrial control systems.
- DIN rail mounting and screw connections for straightforward panel integration.
Key Features
- Lovato BF38 contactor series.
- Four normally open main poles.
- 56 A AC-1 operational current at 400 V.
- 38 A AC-3 operational current at 400 V.
- 15.5 A AC-4 operational current at 400 V.
- 18.5 kW AC-3 motor power rating at 400 V.
- 690 V rated insulation voltage.
- 125 V DC operating coil.
- Screw-terminal main circuit connections.
- DIN rail mounting for industrial control panels.
Reliable Motor and Load Control for Industrial Systems
Power contactors such as the Lovato BF38T4D125 provide electrically controlled switching of power circuits, allowing motors and other electrical loads to be operated remotely through industrial control systems. Energising the DC control coil closes the four normally open main contacts, enabling repeatable switching in automated machinery and electrical installations.
The BF38T4D125 combines four normally open poles with a 38 A AC-3 rating and an 18.5 kW motor power rating at 400 V. Its 125 V DC coil makes it suitable for compatible DC control systems, while screw terminals and DIN rail mounting simplify integration into industrial electrical panels.
Typical Applications
- Industrial motor starters and control panels.
- Automation and machine control systems.
- Resistive and heating load switching.
- HVAC, pump, fan and compressor control systems.
- Industrial power distribution and switching.
- OEM machinery and electrical assemblies.
Technical Specifications
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| Terminal Type | Screw | |
|---|---|---|
| Coil Voltage Range | 100–130 V | |
| Power | 18.5 kW | |
| Current | 38 A | |
| Poles | 4-pole | |
| Coil / Supply Voltage | 125 V DC | |
| Device Type | Contactor | |
| Coil Type | DC | |
| Current AC-1 | 56 A | |
| HS Code | 85365080 | |
| Manufacturer | Lovato Electric | |
| Series | BF38 | |
| Model | BF38T4D125 | |
| Product type | Power contactor | |
| Number of poles | 4 | |
| Main contact configuration | 4NO | |
| Auxiliary contacts | 0NO + 0NC | |
| AC-1 operational current at 400 V | 56 A | |
| AC-3 operational current at 400 V | 38 A | |
| AC-4 operational current at 400 V | 15.5 A | |
| AC-3 motor power at 400 V | 18.5 kW | |
| Rated insulation voltage | 690 V | |
| Coil / Supply Voltage | 125 V DC | |
| Control voltage type | DC | |
| Main circuit connection | Screw terminals | |
| Mounting type | DIN rail | |
| Operating temperature | -50 to 70 °C | |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | 90 × 61 × 108 mm | |
| 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 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Lovato BF38T4D125 used for?
The Lovato BF38T4D125 is a four-pole power contactor designed for switching motors and electrical loads in industrial machinery, automation systems and control panels.
What current rating does the BF38T4D125 have?
The BF38T4D125 is rated at 56 A for AC-1 duty at 400 V and 38 A for AC-3 duty at 400 V.
What motor power can the BF38T4D125 control?
The BF38T4D125 has an IEC AC-3 motor power rating of 18.5 kW at 400 V.
What coil voltage does the BF38T4D125 require?
The BF38T4D125 uses a 125 V DC control coil.
What contact configuration does the BF38T4D125 have?
The BF38T4D125 has four normally open (4NO) main contacts for four-pole power switching.
Trusted Industrial Switching from Lovato Electric
Lovato Electric BF contactors are designed for dependable industrial switching, combining robust electrical performance, practical panel mounting and a broad range of control voltages for motor control, machinery and automation applications.
