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BFK2600A024 – 3P CONTACTOR 20KVAR 24V 50/60HZ
Lovato BFK2600A024 is a three-pole power factor correction contactor with integrated limiting resistors, rated at 20 kvar at 400 V AC-6b and fitted with a 24 V AC 50/60 Hz coil for capacitor bank switching.
£88.35
Why Choose the Lovato BFK2600A024 Power Factor Correction Contactor?
The Lovato BFK2600A024 is a specialised three-pole power factor correction contactor designed for reliable capacitor bank switching in industrial and commercial electrical installations. As part of the Lovato BFK26 contactor series, it is specifically developed for AC-6b capacitor switching duties and incorporates limiting resistors to reduce the high inrush currents associated with energising capacitor stages.
The BFK2600A024 provides an IEC AC-6b operational power rating of 20 kvar at 400 V, with additional ratings of 11 kvar at 230 V, 22 kvar at 440–480 V and 25 kvar at 690 V. Its 24 V AC 50/60 Hz coil makes it suitable for low-voltage AC control circuits commonly used in industrial automation and power factor correction panels.
With a conventional free-air thermal current of 45 A, rated insulation voltage of 690 V and rated impulse withstand voltage of 6 kV, the BFK2600A024 is engineered for dependable electrical performance. Screw fixing or 35 mm DIN rail mounting provides flexible installation within automatic power factor correction panels and electrical control cabinets.
Key Advantages
- Purpose-designed contactor for power factor correction and capacitor switching.
- 20 kvar IEC AC-6b operational power at 400 V.
- Integrated limiting resistors help reduce capacitor switching inrush current.
- 24 V AC 50/60 Hz coil for low-voltage AC control circuits.
- 45 A conventional free-air thermal current at up to 40°C.
- Long 20,000,000-cycle mechanical life.
- Flexible screw or 35 mm DIN rail mounting for panel installation.
Key Features
- Lovato BFK26 power factor correction contactor series.
- Three-pole power contactor.
- 20 kvar rated operational power at 400 V AC-6b.
- 24 V AC 50/60 Hz rated coil voltage.
- Integrated limiting resistors for capacitor switching.
- 45 A conventional free-air thermal current.
- 690 V rated insulation voltage.
- 6 kV rated impulse withstand voltage.
- 1,600,000-cycle electrical life.
- Screw fixing or 35 mm DIN rail mounting.
Reliable Capacitor Switching for Power Factor Correction
Power factor correction contactors such as the Lovato BFK2600A024 are specifically engineered for switching capacitor stages in reactive power compensation systems. Capacitors can generate substantial transient inrush currents when energised, so the BFK design incorporates limiting resistors that help reduce these current peaks and the resulting electrical stress during switching.
The BFK2600A024 provides 20 kvar at 400 V AC-6b and combines dedicated capacitor switching characteristics with a 24 V AC 50/60 Hz coil. Its three-pole design, high electrical endurance and flexible mounting options make it suitable for automatic power factor correction equipment in demanding industrial and commercial installations.
Typical Applications
- Automatic power factor correction panels.
- Three-phase capacitor bank switching.
- Reactive power compensation systems.
- Capacitor switching stages up to 20 kvar at 400 V.
- Industrial and commercial electrical distribution installations.
- OEM power factor correction equipment.
- Control systems using a 24 V AC supply.
Technical Specifications
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| Coil Voltage Range | 24 V | |
|---|---|---|
| Device Type | Capacitor Switching Contactor | |
| Poles | 3-pole | |
| Coil / Supply Voltage | 24 V AC | |
| Auxiliary Contacts | None | |
| Coil Type | AC | |
| Current AC-1 | 45 A | |
| HS Code | 85365080 | |
| Manufacturer | Lovato Electric | |
| Series | BFK26 | |
| Model | BFK2600A024 | |
| Product type | Contactor for power factor correction with AC control circuit | |
| Number of poles | 3 | |
| Main contact configuration | 3NO | |
| Auxiliary contacts | None | |
| Coil type | AC coil 50/60 Hz | |
| Rated coil voltage | 24 V AC | |
| Rated operational power AC-6b at 230 V | 11 kvar | |
| Rated operational power AC-6b at 400 V | 20 kvar | |
| Rated operational power AC-6b at 440–480 V | 22 kvar | |
| Rated operational power AC-6b at 690 V | 25 kvar | |
| IEC conventional free-air thermal current Ith (≤40°C) | 45 A | |
| Rated insulation voltage Ui | 690 V | |
| Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp | 6 kV | |
| Operational frequency | 25–400 Hz | |
| Short-time allowable current for 10 s | 210 A | |
| Recommended gG protection fuse | 40 A | |
| Making capacity | 260 A RMS | |
| Breaking capacity at 440 V | 208 A | |
| Breaking capacity at 500 V | 184 A | |
| Breaking capacity at 690 V | 168 A | |
| Resistance per pole | 2 mΩ | |
| Power dissipation per pole at Ith | 4 W | |
| Main terminal tightening torque | 2.5–3 Nm | |
| Coil terminal tightening torque | 0.8–1 Nm | |
| Mechanical life | 20,000,000 cycles | |
| Electrical life | 1,600,000 cycles | |
| Coil inrush consumption at 50 Hz | 75 VA | |
| Coil holding consumption at 50 Hz | 9 VA | |
| Coil inrush consumption at 60 Hz | 70 VA | |
| Coil holding consumption at 60 Hz | 7 VA | |
| Maximum mechanical operating frequency | 3600 cycles/h | |
| Operating temperature | -50 to +70°C | |
| Storage temperature | -60 to +80°C | |
| Maximum altitude | 3000 m | |
| Pollution degree | 3 | |
| Mounting position | Vertical plane, ±30° allowable | |
| Mounting type | Screw / DIN rail 35 mm | |
| EAN | 8013975163375 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Lovato BFK2600A024 used for?
The BFK2600A024 is a three-pole contactor designed specifically for switching capacitor banks in automatic power factor correction and reactive power compensation systems.
What is the power rating of the BFK2600A024 at 400 V?
The BFK2600A024 has an IEC AC-6b rated operational power of 20 kvar at 400 V.
What coil voltage does the BFK2600A024 require?
The BFK2600A024 uses a 24 V AC 50/60 Hz coil for operation from compatible low-voltage AC control circuits.
Does the BFK2600A024 include limiting resistors?
Yes. The BFK2600A024 incorporates limiting resistors designed to reduce the high inrush current associated with energising capacitor stages.
How is the Lovato BFK2600A024 mounted?
The BFK2600A024 supports screw fixing or installation on a standard 35 mm DIN rail, making it suitable for power factor correction panels and electrical control cabinets.
Trusted Power Factor Correction Switching
Lovato Electric BFK contactors are purpose-designed for capacitor switching in power factor correction systems, combining integrated inrush-current limiting resistors with dependable electrical performance for industrial and commercial installations.
