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BF5000A46060 Lovato 3P CONTACTOR 50A AC3 460VAC 60HZ
Lovato BF5000A46060 BF50 three-pole power contactor with a 50 A AC-3 rating, 22 kW motor rating at 400 V AC and 460 V AC 60 Hz control coil for industrial motor switching and automation systems.
£119.77
Why Choose the Lovato BF5000A46060 3-Pole Contactor?
The Lovato BF5000A46060 is a robust three-pole power contactor designed for reliable switching and control of three-phase motors and industrial electrical loads. As part of the Lovato BF50 contactor series, it provides an IEC AC-3 operational current rating of 50 A and is suitable for demanding motor control, machinery and automation applications.
This contactor combines high electrical performance with a long mechanical operating life, making it suitable for frequent switching duties in industrial control systems. Its compact construction supports both screw fixing and 35 mm DIN rail mounting, allowing straightforward integration into electrical panels, motor control centres and machine control cabinets.
With a rated AC-3 motor power of 22 kW at 400 V AC, a conventional free-air thermal current of 90 A and a dedicated 460 V AC 60 Hz coil, the BF5000A46060 is designed for dependable control of industrial motors and power circuits. The contactor also offers an IEC rated insulation voltage of 1000 V and front terminal protection to IP20.
Key Advantages
- Heavy-duty three-pole contactor for industrial motor control.
- 50 A AC-3 operational current rating for demanding switching applications.
- 22 kW motor rating at 400 V AC.
- Dedicated 460 V AC, 60 Hz control coil.
- High 90 A AC-1 thermal current rating.
- Flexible screw or 35 mm DIN rail mounting for control panel installation.
Key Features
- Lovato BF50 contactor series.
- Three main poles for three-phase power switching.
- 50 A rated operational current in AC-3 duty at up to 440 V.
- 90 A conventional free-air thermal current at temperatures up to 40 °C.
- 22 kW AC-3 motor power rating at 400–500 V AC.
- 30 kW AC-3 motor power rating at 690 V AC.
- 1000 V rated insulation voltage and 8 kV impulse withstand voltage.
- Front power terminal protection rated to IP20.
- Long mechanical life of up to 15,000,000 operating cycles.
- Designed for operation across a wide ambient temperature range.
Reliable Switching for Industrial Motor Control
Power contactors such as the Lovato BF5000A46060 provide electrically controlled switching of motors and other high-current loads. A lower-power control circuit energises the contactor coil, allowing the main contacts to switch the three-phase power circuit safely and repeatedly without requiring direct manual operation.
The BF50 series is engineered for industrial motor starters, machinery and automation panels where dependable switching performance and long service life are essential. Its high AC-3 current capability, robust insulation characteristics and flexible mounting options make it well suited to integration with overload relays, motor protection devices and automated control systems.
Typical Applications
- Three-phase industrial motor starters.
- Machinery and production equipment.
- Pumps, fans and ventilation systems.
- Conveyors and material handling equipment.
- Compressors and processing machinery.
- Motor control centres and electrical distribution panels.
- OEM automation and machine-building applications.
Technical Specifications
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| Terminal Type | Screw | |
|---|---|---|
| Coil Voltage Range | 460–500 V | |
| Power | 22 kW | |
| Current | 50 A | |
| Poles | 3-pole | |
| Coil / Supply Voltage | 460 V AC | |
| Device Type | Contactor | |
| Coil Type | AC | |
| Current AC-1 | 90 A | |
| HS Code | 85365080 | |
| Manufacturer | Lovato Electric | |
| Series | BF50 | |
| Model | BF5000A46060 | |
| Product type | Three-pole power contactor | |
| Number of poles | 3 | |
| Rated operational current AC-3 | 50 A at 230–440 V AC | |
| Rated operational power AC-3 | 22 kW at 400 V AC | |
| Rated operational power AC-3 at 690 V | 30 kW | |
| Conventional free-air thermal current Ith | 90 A at ≤40 °C | |
| Rated insulation voltage Ui | 1000 V | |
| Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp | 8 kV | |
| Coil / Supply Voltage | 460 V AC | |
| Coil frequency | 60 Hz | |
| Coil inrush consumption | 210 VA | |
| Coil holding consumption | 15 VA | |
| Protection rating | IP20 front | |
| Mounting type | Screw / 35 mm DIN rail | |
| Operating temperature | -50 to 70 °C | |
| Storage temperature | -60 to 80 °C | |
| Maximum altitude | 3000 m | |
| Mechanical life | 15,000,000 cycles | |
| Electrical life | 1,400,000 cycles | |
| Weight | 1020 g |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Lovato BF5000A46060 used for?
The BF5000A46060 is a three-pole power contactor used to switch and control three-phase motors and other industrial electrical loads in machinery, automation and motor control systems.
What is the AC-3 current rating of this contactor?
The contactor has an IEC AC-3 rated operational current of 50 A at voltages up to 440 V AC.
What motor power can the BF5000A46060 control?
The BF5000A46060 is rated for approximately 22 kW at 400 V AC in AC-3 motor switching duty and up to 30 kW at 690 V AC.
What coil voltage does the BF5000A46060 require?
This version uses a dedicated 460 V AC, 60 Hz coil for contactor operation.
How is the Lovato BF5000A46060 mounted?
The contactor can be installed using screw fixing or mounted onto a standard 35 mm DIN rail, making it suitable for industrial control panels and motor control cabinets.
Trusted Industrial Switching from Lovato Electric
Lovato Electric BF series contactors are designed for dependable motor switching and industrial power control, combining robust electrical performance, long operating life and flexible installation for modern machinery and automation systems.
