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BF5000A400 Lovato contactor 3 pole AC3:50A 22kw 400VAC coil
Lovato BF5000A400 three-pole power contactor with 50 A AC-3 rating and 400 V AC coil designed for industrial motor control applications.
£119.77
Why Choose the Lovato BF5000A400 Power Contactor?
The Lovato BF5000A400 is a reliable three-pole power contactor designed for switching and controlling industrial motors, machinery and electrical loads. As part of the robust Lovato BF series contactors, it provides dependable performance for industrial automation, motor control panels and power distribution applications.
This contactor features a 400 V AC 50/60 Hz coil and three main power poles, providing a flexible solution for industrial installations requiring reliable electromagnetic switching. Its compact construction supports screw or 35 mm DIN rail mounting, making it suitable for machine builders and electrical panel manufacturers.
With an AC-3 operational current rating of 50 A at 400 V and motor switching capability up to 22 kW at 400 V AC, the BF5000A400 is ideal for pumps, compressors, conveyors and general industrial motor applications.
Key Advantages
- Heavy-duty three-pole power contactor for industrial motor control.
- 50 A AC-3 rated current for reliable motor switching.
- 400 V AC coil voltage for standard industrial control circuits.
- Supports motors up to 22 kW at 400 V AC.
- High mechanical endurance for long service life.
- Suitable for screw or DIN rail mounting installations.
Key Features
- Lovato BF series power contactor.
- Three main power poles.
- AC coil 50/60 Hz.
- 400 V AC rated coil voltage.
- 50 A AC-3 operational current at 400 V.
- 90 A AC-1 thermal current rating.
- High switching reliability for industrial loads.
- 35 mm DIN rail mounting compatibility.
- Compact industrial contactor design.
Reliable Motor Switching for Industrial Applications
Power contactors are essential components in industrial electrical systems, providing safe and reliable switching of motors and high-current loads. The Lovato BF5000A400 delivers dependable electromagnetic switching performance for automation and industrial control applications.
The BF series is designed for engineers requiring robust contactors with high electrical endurance, flexible installation options and reliable operation in demanding industrial environments.
Typical Applications
- Industrial motor control panels.
- Pumps and compressor systems.
- Conveyor and material handling equipment.
- HVAC and ventilation machinery.
- Industrial automation systems.
- OEM machine building applications.
Technical Specifications
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| Terminal Type | Screw | |
|---|---|---|
| Coil Voltage Range | 380–440 V | |
| Power | 22 kW | |
| Current | 50 A | |
| Poles | 3-pole | |
| Coil / Supply Voltage | 400 V AC | |
| Device Type | Contactor | |
| Coil Type | AC | |
| Current AC-1 | 90 A | |
| HS Code | 85365080 | |
| Manufacturer | Lovato Electric | |
| Series | BF Series | |
| Model | BF5000A400 | |
| Product type | Power contactor | |
| Number of poles | 3 | |
| Coil type | AC coil 50/60 Hz | |
| Rated coil voltage | 400 V AC | |
| Rated thermal current Ith | 90 A | |
| Rated operational current AC-3 | 50 A | |
| Motor power AC-3 at 400 V | 22 kW | |
| Motor power AC-3 at 690 V | 30 kW | |
| AC-4 current rating at 400 V | 28 A | |
| Rated insulation voltage Ui | 1000 V | |
| Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp | 8 kV | |
| Mounting type | Screw / 35 mm DIN rail mounting | |
| Protection rating | IP20 front | |
| Mechanical life | 15 million operations | |
| Electrical life | 1.4 million operations | |
| Weight | approx. 1.02 kg |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Lovato BF5000A400 used for?
The Lovato BF5000A400 is a three-pole power contactor used for switching industrial motors and electrical loads.
What motor power can the BF5000A400 control?
The contactor supports motors up to 22 kW at 400 V AC under AC-3 utilisation.
What coil voltage does the BF5000A400 require?
The contactor uses a 400 V AC 50/60 Hz coil.
How many poles does this contactor have?
The Lovato BF5000A400 features three main power poles for three-phase motor switching applications.
How is the BF5000A400 installed?
The contactor can be installed using screw fixing or 35 mm DIN rail mounting inside industrial control panels.
Trusted by Industrial Automation Engineers
Lovato BF series contactors are widely used in industrial motor control applications where reliable switching, high electrical endurance and robust construction are required.
