BF63000E400 Lovato 3P CONTACTOR 630A AC3 250…500VAC/DC

BF63000E400 Lovato 3P CONTACTOR 630A AC3 250…500VAC/DC

Lovato BF63000E400 is a three-pole industrial power contactor rated at 630 A AC-3 and 355 kW at 400 V, with an electronically controlled 250–500 V AC/DC coil.

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Why Choose the Lovato BF63000E400 3-Pole Power Contactor?

The Lovato BF63000E400 is a heavy-duty 3-pole power contactor designed for reliable switching and control of large three-phase motors and high-current industrial electrical loads. As part of the Lovato BF630 contactor series, it provides an IEC AC-3 operational current rating of 630 A together with an electronically controlled wide-range AC/DC coil.

Designed for demanding motor-control and industrial power applications, the BF63000E400 delivers an AC-3 motor power rating of 355 kW at 400 V and an IEC conventional free-air thermal current (Ith) of 800 A. Its three normally open main poles provide dependable switching of three-phase circuits, while robust screw connections and high mechanical endurance support installation in industrial switchboards and control panels.

The electronically controlled coil operates across a broad 250–500 V AC/DC control-voltage range, allowing the contactor to be used with compatible AC or DC control supplies. With a rated insulation voltage of 1000 V, an impulse withstand voltage of 8 kV and mechanical endurance of up to 5,000,000 cycles, the BF63000E400 is engineered for demanding industrial service.

Key Advantages

  • Heavy-duty 3-pole contactor designed for large industrial motor loads.
  • 630 A AC-3 operational current at up to 440 V.
  • 355 kW AC-3 motor rating at 400 V.
  • 800 A conventional free-air thermal current (Ith).
  • Wide-range 250–500 V AC/DC electronically controlled coil.
  • 1000 V rated insulation voltage for demanding power circuits.
  • High mechanical endurance of up to 5,000,000 operating cycles.
  • Robust screw-mounted construction for industrial switchgear and control panels.

Key Features

  • Lovato BF630 power contactor series.
  • 3 normally open main poles.
  • 630 A AC-3 operational current at ≤440 V and ≤55 °C.
  • 800 A AC-1 operational current at ≤40 °C.
  • 355 kW AC-3 motor power at 400 V.
  • 250–500 V AC/DC electronic coil supply range.
  • 1000 V rated insulation voltage (Ui).
  • 8 kV rated impulse withstand voltage (Uimp).
  • 5040 A short-time allowable current for 10 s.
  • Mechanical endurance of up to 5,000,000 cycles.

Reliable Motor Control for High-Power Industrial Systems

Power contactors such as the Lovato BF63000E400 allow a control circuit to repeatedly switch large three-phase electrical loads. Its 630 A AC-3 rating makes it particularly suitable for controlling high-power motors, while the 800 A AC-1 rating also supports demanding resistive and industrial power-switching applications.

The BF63000E400 combines substantial switching capacity with an electronically controlled 250–500 V AC/DC coil, providing flexibility when integrating the contactor into industrial control architectures. Its robust electrical characteristics, high endurance and screw-mounted construction make it well suited to switchboards, motor control centres, machinery and other demanding automation installations.

Typical Applications

  • High-power three-phase motor control.
  • Motor control centres and industrial switchboards.
  • Pumps, fans and compressor systems.
  • Conveyors and material handling equipment.
  • Industrial processing and manufacturing machinery.
  • HVAC and large building-services equipment.
  • High-current resistive and power-switching applications.
  • OEM machinery and industrial automation systems.

Technical Specifications

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Terminal Type Screw
Coil Type AC, AC/DC, DC
Coil Voltage Range 380–440 V
Power 355 kW
Current 63 A
Poles 3-pole
Device Type Contactor
Current AC-1 800 A
HS Code 85365080
Manufacturer Lovato Electric
Series BF630 Contactors
Model BF63000E400
Product type 3-pole power contactor
Number of poles 3
Main contacts 3 NO
Coil type AC/DC electronically controlled coil
Rated control voltage 250–500 V AC/DC
IEC conventional free-air thermal current (Ith) 800 A
AC-1 operational current (≤40 °C) 800 A
AC-1 operational current (≤55 °C) 660 A
AC-1 operational current (≤70 °C) 570 A
AC-3 operational current (≤440 V, ≤55 °C) 630 A
AC-4 operational current at 400 V 260 A
AC-3 rated power at 230 V 200 kW
AC-3 rated power at 400 V 355 kW
AC-3 rated power at 415 V 355 kW
AC-3 rated power at 440 V 400 kW
AC-3 rated power at 500 V 400 kW
AC-3 rated power at 690 V 500 kW
Rated insulation voltage (Ui) 1000 V
Rated impulse withstand voltage (Uimp) 8 kV
Operational frequency 25–400 Hz
Short-time allowable current (10 s) 5040 A
Making capacity 6300 A RMS
Power terminal protection IP00
Main circuit connection Screw connection
Mounting type Screw fixing
Mechanical life 5,000,000 cycles
Electrical life 600,000 cycles
Operating temperature -40 to +70 °C
Storage temperature -50 to +80 °C
Maximum altitude 3000 m
Normal operating position Vertical plane
Permitted mounting inclination ±30°
Weight approx. 12.02 kg

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Lovato BF63000E400 used for?

The BF63000E400 is a 3-pole power contactor designed for switching high-current three-phase loads, particularly large industrial motors and other demanding electrical loads.

What is the AC-3 current rating of the BF63000E400?

The BF63000E400 has an IEC AC-3 operational current rating of 630 A at up to 440 V and 55 °C.

What motor power can the BF63000E400 control at 400 V?

The contactor has an AC-3 rated operational motor power of 355 kW at 400 V.

What control voltage does the BF63000E400 require?

The BF63000E400 uses an electronically controlled coil with a rated supply range of 250–500 V AC/DC, allowing it to operate from compatible AC or DC control supplies.

What is the AC-1 current rating of the Lovato BF63000E400?

The contactor has an 800 A AC-1 operational current rating at up to 40 °C, with a conventional free-air thermal current (Ith) of 800 A.

Trusted by Industrial Control Professionals

Lovato Electric BF power contactors are engineered for dependable control of motors and high-current industrial loads, providing robust switching performance, flexible control and long service life in demanding automation and electrical distribution systems.