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BF9400E230 Lovato 3P CONTACTOR 94A AC3 230VAC/DC
Lovato BF9400E230 is a three-pole BF series power contactor rated at 94 A AC-3 with 55 kW operational power at 400 V and a wide-range 100–250 V AC/DC electronic control coil for industrial motor and load switching.
£278.53
Why Choose the Lovato BF9400E230 3-Pole Contactor?
The Lovato BF9400E230 is a high-performance 3-pole power contactor designed for reliable motor switching and industrial power-control applications. Part of the Lovato BF contactor series, it provides an IEC AC-3 operational current rating of 94 A and features a wide-range electronic 100–250 V AC/DC control coil.
Designed for demanding industrial machinery and automation systems, the BF9400E230 combines three normally open main power contacts with an electronically controlled AC/DC coil. The wide control-voltage range provides flexibility when integrating the contactor into modern industrial control architectures, while its compact construction supports efficient use of panel space.
For three-phase motor-control duties, the BF9400E230 provides an AC-3 operational power rating of 55 kW at 400 V. Its robust BF94 platform is also suitable for appropriate resistive and slightly inductive load switching, making it a versatile choice for machine builders, panel builders and industrial automation installations.
Key Advantages
- 3-pole power contactor designed for industrial motor and load switching.
- 94 A IEC AC-3 operational current for demanding motor-control applications.
- 55 kW AC-3 motor rating at 400 V.
- Wide-range 100–250 V AC/DC electronic control coil.
- Three normally open main poles for three-phase power switching.
- Suitable for integration into industrial machinery, motor starters and control panels.
Key Features
- Lovato BF94 / BF contactor series.
- Three normally open main power contacts.
- 94 A AC-3 IEC operational current.
- 55 kW AC-3 operational power at 400 V.
- Wide-range 100–250 V AC/DC coil.
- Electronic coil technology for flexible AC/DC control applications.
- Designed for frequent industrial switching duties.
- Panel-friendly construction for industrial automation assemblies.
Reliable Motor and Power Control
Power contactors such as the Lovato BF9400E230 allow high-current three-phase loads to be controlled through a separate electrical control circuit. Its three normally open main poles are particularly suited to motor switching, while the BF94 platform provides the electrical performance required for demanding industrial machinery.
The BF9400E230's wide-range AC/DC electronic coil simplifies use across control systems with different supply arrangements. Combined with robust power contacts and practical panel installation, this makes the contactor suitable for OEM equipment, motor starters and industrial automation systems.
Typical Applications
- Three-phase industrial motor starters.
- Industrial machinery and production equipment.
- Conveyors and material-handling systems.
- Pumps, fans and compressors.
- Industrial automation and electrical control panels.
- OEM machine-building and power-control systems.
Technical Specifications
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| Terminal Type | Screw | |
|---|---|---|
| Coil Type | AC, AC/DC, DC | |
| Coil Voltage Range | 200–250 V | |
| Power | 55 kW | |
| Current | 94 A | |
| Poles | 3-pole | |
| Device Type | Contactor | |
| HS Code | 85365080 | |
| Manufacturer | Lovato Electric | |
| Series | BF94 / BF Contactors | |
| Model | BF9400E230 | |
| Product type | 3-pole power contactor | |
| Number of poles | 3 | |
| Main contact configuration | 3NO | |
| IEC operational current Ie (AC-3) | 94 A | |
| AC-3 operational power at 400 V | 55 kW | |
| Rated control voltage | 100–250 V AC/DC | |
| AC control frequency | 50 / 60 Hz | |
| Main circuit connection | Screw terminals | |
| Mounting type | Screw / 35 mm DIN rail |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Lovato BF9400E230 used for?
The BF9400E230 is a 3-pole power contactor designed for switching three-phase motors and other suitable industrial electrical loads in machinery, automation and control-panel applications.
What is the AC-3 current rating of the BF9400E230?
The BF9400E230 has an IEC AC-3 operational current rating of 94 A.
What motor power can the BF9400E230 control?
The contactor provides an AC-3 operational power rating of 55 kW at 400 V, subject to the applicable operating and installation conditions.
What control voltage does the BF9400E230 use?
The BF9400E230 features a wide-range electronic control coil designed for 100–250 V AC/DC, providing flexibility for industrial control circuits.
How many main contacts does the BF9400E230 have?
The BF9400E230 has three normally open main power contacts, making it suitable for switching three-phase electrical loads.
Trusted by Industrial Control Professionals
Lovato BF contactors are engineered for dependable motor and power switching in industrial automation, machinery and electrical control systems, combining robust electrical performance with flexible control-coil technology and practical panel installation.
