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BFK9500A048 Lovato CONTACTOR FOR PFC 60KVAR 48VAC 50/60HZ
Lovato BFK9500A048 PFC contactor for switching 60 kvar capacitor banks with a 48 V AC 50/60 Hz coil for industrial power factor correction systems.
£271.19
Why Choose the Lovato BFK9500A048 Power Factor Correction Contactor?
The Lovato BFK9500A048 is a specialised power factor correction (PFC) contactor designed for reliable switching of capacitor banks in industrial electrical systems. As part of the Lovato BFK contactor series, it is engineered to manage the high inrush currents associated with capacitor switching while providing dependable operation in automatic power factor correction installations.
This contactor features a 48 V AC 50/60 Hz coil and is designed specifically for switching PFC capacitors up to 60 kvar. Its integrated damping resistors and auxiliary contacts help reduce switching stress and improve the reliability of capacitor bank control systems.
The BFK9500A048 is ideal for automatic power factor correction panels, energy management systems and industrial installations where maintaining an efficient power factor is required.
Key Advantages
- Dedicated PFC contactor designed for capacitor bank switching.
- Suitable for capacitor banks up to 60 kvar.
- 48 V AC 50/60 Hz coil for flexible control integration.
- Special contact design limits capacitor switching current peaks.
- Improves reliability and service life of power factor correction systems.
- Suitable for industrial electrical panels and automatic compensation systems.
Key Features
- Lovato BFK power factor correction contactor series.
- Three-pole capacitor switching contactor.
- 60 kvar capacitor bank switching capacity.
- 48 V AC coil voltage.
- 50/60 Hz operating frequency.
- Integrated damping resistors for capacitor switching applications.
- Designed for automatic PFC control systems.
- Suitable for industrial power factor correction assemblies.
Reliable Capacitor Bank Switching for Energy Management
Power factor correction contactors such as the Lovato BFK9500A048 are designed to switch capacitor banks safely and efficiently. Unlike standard motor contactors, PFC contactors include features specifically developed to handle capacitor charging currents and reduce electrical stress during operation.
The BFK series provides a reliable solution for automatic power factor correction systems, helping reduce reactive power consumption and improve the efficiency of industrial electrical installations.
Typical Applications
- Automatic power factor correction panels.
- Industrial capacitor bank systems.
- Energy management installations.
- Electrical distribution boards.
- Manufacturing facilities and industrial plants.
- Power optimisation and reactive power compensation systems.
Technical Specifications
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| Terminal Type | Screw | |
|---|---|---|
| Coil Voltage Range | 42–48 V | |
| Device Type | Capacitor Switching Contactor | |
| Poles | 3-pole | |
| Coil / Supply Voltage | 48 V AC | |
| Coil Type | AC | |
| HS Code | 85365080 | |
| Manufacturer | Lovato Electric | |
| Series | BFK Power Factor Correction Contactors | |
| Model | BFK9500A048 | |
| Product type | Capacitor switching contactor | |
| Application | Power factor correction (PFC) | |
| Capacitor bank rating | 60 kvar | |
| Number of poles | 3 | |
| Coil / Supply Voltage | 48 V AC | |
| Frequency | 50/60 Hz | |
| Mounting type | Panel mounting | |
| Connection type | Screw terminals |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Lovato BFK9500A048 used for?
The BFK9500A048 is a power factor correction contactor used for switching capacitor banks in automatic compensation systems.
What capacitor rating can this contactor switch?
The BFK9500A048 is designed for switching capacitor banks up to 60 kvar.
What coil voltage does the BFK9500A048 use?
The BFK9500A048 uses a 48 V AC 50/60 Hz coil.
How is a PFC contactor different from a standard contactor?
A PFC contactor is specifically designed with switching features that help manage capacitor inrush currents and protect capacitor bank components.
Where is this contactor typically installed?
The BFK9500A048 is typically installed inside automatic power factor correction panels and industrial electrical control cabinets.
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Lovato BFK power factor correction contactors are widely used in industrial compensation systems to provide reliable capacitor switching and improved electrical efficiency.
