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BFA01242110 – REVERSING CONTACTOR 110/50-60 12A AC3
Lovato BFA01242110 reversing contactor assembly with 110 V AC 50/60 Hz coil, external interlock, power and auxiliary wiring, 12 A AC-3 current rating and 5.7 kW motor rating at 400 V AC.
£136.14
Why Choose the Lovato BFA01242110 Reversing Contactor Assembly?
The Lovato BFA01242110 is a preassembled reversing contactor assembly designed for reliable forward and reverse control of three-phase motors in industrial machinery, automation systems and electrical control panels. As part of the Lovato BFA012 series, it combines two contactors with an external interlock and factory-prepared power and auxiliary wiring to simplify installation and reduce wiring time.
This unit is rated for 12 A AC-3 motor duty and supports motor loads up to 5.7 kW at 400 V AC, making it suitable for small to medium motor reversing applications. Its 110 V AC 50/60 Hz coil is ideal for control circuits using 110 V AC command voltage, commonly found in industrial automation and machinery control panels.
The BFA01242110 is built in an open-frame format with screw clamp terminals, compact dimensions and recognised international compliance. It is a practical choice for panel builders, machine builders and maintenance engineers who require dependable motor reversing with mechanical interlocking and robust Lovato switching performance.
Key Advantages
- Preassembled reversing contactor assembly for forward and reverse motor operation.
- 12 A AC-3 current rating for industrial motor switching applications.
- 5.7 kW motor rating at 400 V AC for three-phase control systems.
- 110 V AC 50/60 Hz coil voltage for standard AC control circuits.
- Includes external mechanical interlock to help prevent simultaneous contactor operation.
- Factory-prepared power and auxiliary wiring helps reduce panel assembly time.
- Compact open-frame construction suitable for control cabinet installation.
Key Features
- Lovato BFA012 reversing contactor assembly.
- 3-pole contactor configuration for three-phase motor reversing.
- 12 A AC-3 rated operational current.
- 110 V AC 50/60 Hz contactor coil.
- Rated motor power: 5.7 kW at 400 V AC in AC-3 duty.
- Maximum operational voltage: up to 690 V AC depending on application rating.
- UL / CSA horsepower rating: 7.5 HP at 480 V AC.
- Clamp screw terminals for secure panel wiring.
- cULus certified with IEC, UL and CSA compliance.
Reliable Motor Reversing for Industrial Machinery
A reversing contactor assembly is used to change the direction of a three-phase motor by reversing two phases in the motor supply circuit. The Lovato BFA01242110 provides this function in a compact and prewired assembly, helping improve installation speed while maintaining dependable electrical control.
The included external interlock helps prevent both forward and reverse contactors from closing at the same time, reducing the risk of phase-to-phase faults and supporting safer motor control. This makes the BFA01242110 suitable for applications where controlled bidirectional movement is required in production machinery, material handling systems and OEM automation equipment.
Typical Applications
- Forward and reverse control of three-phase motors.
- Conveyor systems and material handling equipment.
- Hoists, lifts and lifting machinery.
- Industrial shutters, doors and gate control systems.
- Machine tools and production equipment.
- Transfer systems, rollers and positioning machinery.
- OEM control panels and factory automation cabinets.
Technical Specifications
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| Terminal Type | Screw | |
|---|---|---|
| Coil Voltage Range | 100–130 V | |
| Power | 5.7 kW | |
| Current | 12 A | |
| Voltage | 110 V | |
| Phase | Three Phase | |
| Poles | 3-pole | |
| Coil / Supply Voltage | 110 V AC | |
| Device Type | Reversing contactor | |
| Coil Type | AC | |
| Series | BFA012 | |
| Product type | Reversing contactor assembly | |
| Configuration | Open-frame reversing contactor assembly with external interlock | |
| Coil type | AC coil | |
| Coil / Supply Voltage | 110 V AC 50/60 Hz | |
| Number of poles | 3-pole | |
| Rated operational current | 12 A AC-3 | |
| Rated operational power at 230 V AC-3 | 3.2 kW | |
| Rated operational power at 400 V AC-3 | 5.7 kW | |
| Rated operational power at 415 / 440 V AC-3 | 6.2 kW | |
| Rated operational power at 500 V AC-3 | 7.5 kW | |
| Rated operational power at 690 V AC-3 | 10 kW | |
| UL / CSA horsepower rating at 480 V | 7.5 HP | |
| Terminal type | Clamp screw | |
| Approximate dimensions | 83 × 90 × 90 mm | |
| Approximate product weight | 760 to 800 g | |
| Package dimensions | 102 × 102 × 115 mm | |
| EAN | 8013975183151 | |
| Certifications | cULus | |
| Standards | IEC/EN 60947-1, IEC/EN 60947-4-1, UL508, CSA C22.2 No. 14 | |
| HS Code | 85371098 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Lovato BFA01242110 used for?
The Lovato BFA01242110 is used for forward and reverse control of three-phase motors in machinery, automation systems and electrical control panels.
What coil voltage does the BFA01242110 use?
This reversing contactor assembly uses a 110 V AC 50/60 Hz coil.
What is the current rating of this reversing contactor?
The BFA01242110 is rated at 12 A AC-3 for motor switching applications.
What motor power can the BFA01242110 control?
It is rated for 5.7 kW at 400 V AC in AC-3 duty, with ratings up to 10 kW at 690 V AC depending on the installation and operating conditions.
Does the BFA01242110 include mechanical interlocking?
Yes. It is supplied as an open-frame reversing contactor assembly with an external interlock, helping prevent simultaneous forward and reverse contactor operation.
Trusted by Panel Builders and Automation Engineers
Lovato BFA reversing contactor assemblies are used by machine builders, panel builders and maintenance engineers who need reliable motor reversing, compact installation and robust industrial switching performance.
