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BFK3200A230 – 3P CONTACTOR 25KVAR 230V 50/60HZ
Lovato BFK3200A230 three-pole power factor correction contactor with limiting resistors, a 230 V AC 50/60 Hz coil and a 25 kvar AC-6b rating at 400 V for capacitor switching applications.
£93.07
Why Choose the Lovato BFK3200A230 Power Factor Correction Contactor?
The Lovato BFK3200A230 is a dedicated three-pole power factor correction contactor designed for reliable switching of capacitor banks in industrial reactive power compensation systems. Part of the Lovato BFK32 series, it is specifically developed for AC-6b capacitor switching applications and incorporates limiting resistors to help control capacitor energisation currents.
This contactor features a 230 V AC coil rated for 50/60 Hz operation and is designed for automatic power factor correction equipment where repeated capacitor stage switching is required. Its specialised construction provides dependable operation in industrial electrical panels and distribution systems.
With a maximum IEC AC-6b operational power rating of 25 kvar at 400 V, the BFK3200A230 provides reliable capacitor switching performance for industrial power management and reactive compensation applications.
Key Advantages
- Dedicated power factor correction contactor for capacitor bank switching.
- 25 kvar IEC AC-6b operational power at 400 V.
- 230 V AC 50/60 Hz coil for industrial control circuits.
- Integrated limiting resistors for capacitor switching duty.
- Three-pole configuration for three-phase capacitor banks.
- Suitable for automatic power factor correction panels and industrial switchgear.
Key Features
- Lovato BFK32 power factor correction contactor series.
- Three main power poles.
- 25 kvar AC-6b operational power at 400 V.
- 230 V AC coil operating at 50/60 Hz.
- Integrated limiting resistors for capacitor energisation.
- Designed specifically for capacitor switching applications.
- Suitable for industrial reactive power compensation systems.
Reliable Capacitor Switching for Reactive Power Compensation
Power factor correction contactors are designed to switch capacitor banks used to compensate reactive power in electrical installations. Capacitor energisation can create high transient currents, so dedicated contactors such as the Lovato BFK3200A230 incorporate limiting resistors to improve switching reliability.
The BFK3200A230 combines dedicated AC-6b capacitor switching performance with a 230 V AC 50/60 Hz control coil, providing a reliable solution for automatic power factor correction systems and industrial electrical panels.
Typical Applications
- Automatic power factor correction panels.
- Industrial capacitor banks.
- Reactive power compensation systems.
- Industrial electrical distribution equipment.
- Energy management installations.
- OEM power factor correction assemblies.
Technical Specifications
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| Coil Voltage Range | 200–250 V | |
|---|---|---|
| Device Type | Capacitor Switching Contactor | |
| Poles | 3-pole | |
| Coil / Supply Voltage | 230 V AC | |
| Coil Type | AC | |
| Current AC-1 | 56 A | |
| HS Code | 85365080 | |
| Manufacturer | Lovato Electric | |
| Series | BFK32 | |
| Model | BFK3200A230 | |
| Product type | Power factor correction contactor | |
| Application category | AC-6b capacitor switching | |
| Number of poles | 3 | |
| Main contact configuration | 3 NO | |
| Coil type | AC coil 50/60 Hz | |
| Rated coil voltage | 230 V AC | |
| IEC operational power AC-6b at 400 V | 25 kvar | |
| IEC operational power AC-6b at 230 V | 14 kvar | |
| IEC operational power AC-6b at 440–480 V | 27.5 kvar | |
| IEC operational power AC-6b at 690 V | 30 kvar | |
| Conventional free-air thermal current Ith | 56 A | |
| Rated insulation voltage Ui | 690 V AC | |
| Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp | 6 kV | |
| Mounting type | Screw / DIN rail 35 mm |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Lovato BFK3200A230 used for?
The Lovato BFK3200A230 is designed for switching capacitor banks in automatic power factor correction and reactive power compensation systems.
What is the capacitor rating of the BFK3200A230 at 400 V?
The BFK3200A230 has an IEC AC-6b operational power rating of 25 kvar at 400 V.
What coil voltage does the BFK3200A230 use?
The contactor uses a 230 V AC 50/60 Hz coil.
Does the BFK3200A230 include limiting resistors?
Yes. The contactor incorporates limiting resistors designed for capacitor switching applications.
Where is the Lovato BFK3200A230 typically installed?
The contactor is typically installed in automatic power factor correction panels, industrial switchgear and electrical control systems.
Designed for Professional Power Factor Correction
Lovato BFK contactors are designed for reliable capacitor switching, combining dedicated AC-6b performance with limiting resistor technology for industrial reactive power compensation systems.
