BF50000E110 Lovato 3P CONTACTOR 500A AC3 60...130VAC/DC

BF50000E110 Lovato 3P CONTACTOR 500A AC3 60…130VAC/DC

Lovato BF50000E110 is a 3-pole BF500 power contactor rated at 500 A AC-3 and 250 kW at 400 V with an electronically controlled 60–130 V AC/DC wide-range coil for demanding industrial motor switching.

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Why Choose the Lovato BF50000E110 3-Pole Power Contactor?

The Lovato BF50000E110 is a heavy-duty 3-pole power contactor engineered for high-current motor switching and demanding industrial control applications. Part of the Lovato BF500 contactor series, it provides an IEC AC-3 operational current of 500 A at voltages up to 440 V, making it suitable for large three-phase motors and high-power machinery.

At 400 V AC, the BF50000E110 is rated for an AC-3 motor power of 250 kW. It also provides a conventional free-air thermal current Ith of 700 A, giving the contactor substantial capacity for industrial power switching and motor-control installations.

The BF50000E110 incorporates an electronically controlled wide-range 60–130 V AC/DC coil, allowing the same contactor to operate from compatible AC or DC control supplies. A 1000 V rated insulation voltage, 8 kV impulse withstand voltage and mechanical durability of up to 5,000,000 operations support reliable service in demanding industrial environments.

Key Advantages

  • Heavy-duty 500 A AC-3 switching capability at up to 440 V.
  • Rated for 250 kW three-phase motors at 400 V.
  • High 700 A conventional free-air thermal current Ith.
  • Electronically controlled 60–130 V AC/DC wide-range coil.
  • 1000 V rated insulation voltage for demanding industrial systems.
  • 8 kV impulse withstand voltage.
  • Mechanical durability of up to 5,000,000 operations.
  • Designed for large motors, machinery and high-current motor-control centres.

Key Features

  • Lovato BF500 power contactor.
  • 3-pole, 3NO main contact configuration.
  • 500 A AC-3 operational current at 230–440 V and up to 55 °C.
  • 700 A AC-1 operational current at up to 40 °C.
  • 230 A AC-4 operational current at 400 V.
  • 60–130 V AC/DC electronically controlled coil.
  • 1000 V Ui rated insulation voltage.
  • 8 kV Uimp rated impulse withstand voltage.
  • Screw fixing for secure industrial installation.

Reliable & Durable High-Power Motor Control

The Lovato BF50000E110 is designed to switch large three-phase motors and other demanding industrial loads. Its 500 A AC-3 rating supports motor powers up to 250 kW at 400 V, while its high thermal-current capability provides the capacity required for heavy-duty industrial control systems.

The electronically controlled 60–130 V AC/DC coil provides flexibility when integrating the contactor into different control-voltage architectures. Combined with a mechanical life of 5,000,000 operations, 1000 V insulation rating and an operating temperature range from -40 to +70 °C, the BF50000E110 is built for dependable service in demanding installations.

Typical Applications

  • Large three-phase motor starters.
  • High-power pumps, fans and compressors.
  • Industrial production and processing machinery.
  • Conveyor and material-handling systems.
  • Industrial HVAC and refrigeration equipment.
  • High-current motor-control centres.
  • OEM machinery and industrial automation panels.

Technical Specifications

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Terminal Type Screw
Coil Type AC, AC/DC, DC
Coil Voltage Range 100–130 V
Current 50 A
Power 250 kW
Poles 3-pole
Device Type Contactor
Current AC-1 700 A
HS Code 85365080
Manufacturer Lovato
Family Contactors
Series BF500
Model BF50000E110
Product type Power contactor
Number of poles 3
Main contacts 3NO
Rated operational current AC-3, ≤440 V 500 A
Rated operational current AC-4 at 400 V 230 A
Conventional free-air thermal current Ith 700 A
AC-1 operational current at ≤40 °C 700 A
AC-1 operational current at ≤55 °C 590 A
AC-1 operational current at ≤70 °C 510 A
AC-3 motor power at 230 V 160 kW
AC-3 motor power at 400 V 250 kW
AC-3 motor power at 415 V 250 kW
AC-3 motor power at 440 V 250 kW
AC-3 motor power at 500 V 355 kW
AC-3 motor power at 690 V 400 kW
AC-3 motor power at 1000 V 200 kW
Coil type Electronically controlled AC/DC coil
Rated control voltage 60–130 V AC/DC
AC coil frequency 50/60 Hz
Rated insulation voltage Ui 1000 V
Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp 8 kV
Operational frequency 25–400 Hz
Short-time allowable current for 10 s 4050 A
Mechanical life 5,000,000 operations
Electrical life 600,000 operations
Maximum mechanical operating frequency 1000 operations/hour
Power terminal protection IP00
Operating temperature -40 to +70 °C
Storage temperature -50 to +80 °C
Maximum installation altitude 3000 m
Mounting Screw fixing
Weight 12.02 kg
EAN 8013975328385
Standards IEC/EN/BS 60947-1, IEC/EN/BS 60947-4-1, UL 60947-1, UL 60947-4-1

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Lovato BF50000E110 used for?

The BF50000E110 is a 3-pole power contactor designed for high-current motor and load switching in industrial machinery, motor-control centres and automation systems.

What is the AC-3 current rating of the Lovato BF50000E110?

The BF50000E110 has an IEC AC-3 operational current rating of 500 A at 230–440 V and ambient temperatures up to 55 °C.

What motor power can the BF50000E110 control at 400 V?

The BF50000E110 is rated for an AC-3 motor power of 250 kW at 400 V.

What control voltage does the Lovato BF50000E110 use?

The BF50000E110 uses an electronically controlled 60–130 V AC/DC wide-range coil, allowing operation from compatible AC or DC control supplies.

What is the mechanical life of the Lovato BF50000E110?

The BF50000E110 has a specified mechanical life of up to 5,000,000 operations and an electrical life of 600,000 operations.

Trusted for High-Power Industrial Control

Lovato BF power contactors provide robust switching for demanding industrial motor-control and automation systems, with the BF50000E110 combining 500 A AC-3 performance, a flexible 60–130 V AC/DC electronic coil and durable construction for large three-phase loads.