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BF8000A230 Lovato contactor 3 pole AC3:80A 45kw 230VAC coil
Lovato BF8000A230 three-pole power contactor with 230 V AC coil designed for high-power industrial motor control and electrical switching applications.
£189.84
Why Choose the Lovato BF8000A230 Power Contactor?
The Lovato BF8000A230 is a heavy-duty three-pole power contactor designed for reliable switching and control of high-power motors and industrial electrical loads. As part of the Lovato BF contactor series, it provides robust switching performance for industrial automation systems, machinery builders and electrical control panel applications.
This contactor features a reliable 230 V AC 50/60 Hz coil, high electrical endurance and a compact design suitable for demanding industrial environments. Its screw and 35 mm DIN rail mounting options allow flexible installation in control cabinets and automation panels.
With a 115 A AC-1 thermal current rating and an 80 A AC-3 motor switching rating at 400 V, the BF8000A230 is suitable for large motors, pumps, compressors, machinery and industrial automation systems requiring dependable power switching.
Key Advantages
- Heavy-duty Lovato BF series power contactor for industrial applications.
- Three-pole contactor design for three-phase motor control.
- 80 A AC-3 motor rating at 400 V for high-power switching applications.
- 115 A AC-1 thermal current rating for general electrical loads.
- 230 V AC 50/60 Hz coil voltage compatible with industrial control circuits.
- High switching endurance for reliable operation in demanding environments.
Key Features
- Lovato BF contactor series.
- Three-pole power contactor construction.
- 230 V AC 50/60 Hz coil.
- 115 A IEC thermal current Ith (AC-1).
- 80 A AC-3 operational current at 400 V.
- 45 kW motor switching capacity at 400 V AC-3.
- Three normally open main contacts.
- Screw and 35 mm DIN rail mounting compatibility.
Reliable Switching for Industrial Applications
Power contactors such as the Lovato BF8000A230 provide safe and efficient control of high-current electrical equipment by enabling remote switching of motors and industrial loads. Their electromagnetic coil operation allows integration with PLCs, control stations and automated machinery systems.
The BF series is designed for professional industrial installations where reliability, high switching capacity and long operational life are essential. The BF8000A230 provides a dependable solution for large motor control applications and industrial power distribution systems.
Typical Applications
- Large industrial motor starters.
- Pumps and compressor systems.
- Industrial machinery and production equipment.
- HVAC and ventilation systems.
- Automation control panels.
- OEM machinery and manufacturing systems.
Technical Specifications
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| Terminal Type | Screw | |
|---|---|---|
| Coil Voltage Range | 200–250 V | |
| Power | 45 kW | |
| Current | 80 A | |
| Voltage | 230 V | |
| Phase | Three Phase | |
| IP Rating | IP20 | |
| Poles | 3-pole | |
| Coil / Supply Voltage | 230 V AC | |
| Device Type | Contactor | |
| Coil Type | AC | |
| Current AC-1 | 115 A | |
| Series | BF Series | |
| Product type | Three-pole contactor | |
| Number of poles | 3 | |
| Main contacts | 3 NO | |
| Operational current AC3 | 80 A | |
| Thermal current AC1 | 115 A | |
| Motor power at 400 V AC | 45 kW | |
| Coil / Supply Voltage | 230 V AC | |
| Coil frequency | 50 / 60 Hz | |
| Rated insulation voltage | 1000 V | |
| Rated impulse withstand voltage | 8 kV | |
| Mounting type | Screw mounting or DIN rail 35 mm | |
| Protection rating | IP20 front terminals | |
| Operating temperature | approx. -50 to +70 °C | |
| Mechanical life | 15 million operations | |
| Electrical life | approx. 1.3 million operations | |
| Approximate dimensions | 136 × 55 × 115 mm | |
| Weight | approx. 1.02 kg | |
| EAN | 8013975223529 | |
| HS Code | 85365080 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Lovato BF8000A230 used for?
The Lovato BF8000A230 is a heavy-duty power contactor used for switching three-phase motors and high-power electrical loads in industrial applications.
What coil voltage does the BF8000A230 use?
The contactor uses a 230 V AC 50/60 Hz coil.
What is the current rating of this contactor?
The contactor is rated at 115 A AC-1 and 80 A AC-3 at 400 V.
How many poles does the Lovato BF8000A230 have?
The BF8000A230 is a three-pole contactor with three normally open main contacts.
How is this contactor installed?
The contactor can be installed using screw fixing or mounted on a standard 35 mm DIN rail.
Trusted for Industrial Motor Control
Lovato BF contactors are widely used by automation engineers and machine builders to provide reliable switching, efficient motor control and durable performance in modern industrial electrical systems.
