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BF5000A230 Lovato contactor 3 pole AC3:50A 22kw 230VAC coil
Lovato BF5000A230 three-pole power contactor with 230 V AC coil and 50 A AC-3 rating for industrial motor control and automation systems.
£119.77
Why Choose the Lovato BF5000A230 Power Contactor?
The Lovato BF5000A230 is a reliable three-pole power contactor designed for switching and controlling industrial motors, machinery and electrical loads. Part of the proven Lovato BF50 contactor series, it provides dependable performance for motor starters, automation systems and industrial control panels requiring robust switching capability and long operational life.
This contactor features a 230 V AC coil operating at 50/60 Hz and is designed for flexible installation in industrial electrical assemblies. Its compact construction supports screw fixing and standard 35 mm DIN rail mounting, making it suitable for panel builders and automation engineers.
With a rated operational current of 50 A AC-3 and a rated motor power of 22 kW at 400 V AC, the BF5000A230 is suitable for controlling three-phase motors, pumps, fans, compressors and industrial equipment requiring reliable electrical switching.
Key Advantages
- Three-pole power contactor designed for industrial motor control applications.
- 230 V AC coil suitable for common industrial control circuits.
- 50 A AC-3 rated current for dependable motor switching.
- 22 kW motor switching capability at 400 V AC.
- High mechanical and electrical endurance for demanding industrial applications.
- Compatible with screw fixing and 35 mm DIN rail mounting.
Key Features
- Lovato BF50 contactor series.
- Three main normally open poles for three-phase switching.
- 230 V AC 50/60 Hz coil.
- 90 A AC-1 thermal current rating.
- 50 A AC-3 operational current at 400 V AC.
- 22 kW AC-3 motor power rating at 400 V AC.
- 1000 V rated insulation voltage.
- Suitable for motor control, automation and industrial switching applications.
Reliable Switching for Industrial Motor Control
Power contactors such as the Lovato BF5000A230 provide reliable switching between automation control circuits and higher-power electrical loads. They allow PLCs, control systems and motor protection devices to operate machinery safely and efficiently.
The BF50 series combines robust construction with high electrical performance, making it suitable for machine builders, panel manufacturers and industrial engineers requiring dependable contactor technology for demanding applications.
Typical Applications
- Industrial motor control panels.
- Machine automation systems.
- Pumps, fans and compressors.
- Manufacturing and processing machinery.
- Motor starters and switching assemblies.
- Industrial electrical distribution systems.
Technical Specifications
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| Terminal Type | Screw | |
|---|---|---|
| Coil Voltage Range | 200–250 V | |
| Power | 22 kW | |
| Current | 50 A | |
| Voltage | 230 V | |
| Phase | Three Phase | |
| Poles | 3-pole | |
| Coil / Supply Voltage | 230 V AC | |
| Device Type | Contactor | |
| Coil Type | AC | |
| Current AC-1 | 90 A | |
| Series | BF Series | |
| Product type | Three-pole contactor | |
| Number of poles | 3 | |
| Main contacts | 3 NO | |
| Operational current AC3 | 50 A | |
| Thermal current AC1 | 90 A | |
| Motor power at 400 V AC | 22 kW | |
| Coil / Supply Voltage | 230 V AC | |
| Coil frequency | 50 / 60 Hz | |
| Mounting type | DIN rail 35 mm or screw mounting | |
| Protection standards | IEC/EN 60947-4-1 | |
| Approximate dimensions | 136 × 55 × 114.5 mm | |
| Weight | approx. 1.02 kg | |
| EAN | 8013975223048 | |
| HS Code | 85365080 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Lovato BF5000A230 used for?
The Lovato BF5000A230 is a three-pole power contactor used for switching and controlling industrial motors and electrical loads.
What coil voltage does the BF5000A230 require?
The BF5000A230 uses a 230 V AC coil operating at 50/60 Hz.
What motor power can this contactor handle?
The contactor supports motors up to 22 kW at 400 V AC in AC-3 duty.
How many poles does the Lovato BF5000A230 have?
The BF5000A230 is a three-pole contactor with three main normally open contacts.
How is this contactor installed?
The BF5000A230 can be installed using screw fixing or on a standard 35 mm DIN rail.
Trusted for Industrial Automation
Lovato BF series contactors are widely used in industrial automation and motor control applications where reliable switching performance, high current capacity and long operational life are required.
