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BFK1210A57560 - 3P CONTACTOR. 12 5KVAR 575V 60HZ
MPN: BFK1210A57560
Special Price
£67.60
£56.33
Regular Price
£112.66
Why Choose the BFK1210A57560?
Designed for reliable capacitor switching, the Lovato BFK1210A57560 is a contactor for power factor correction with an AC control circuit and integrated limiting resistors. Delivering 12.5 kvar at 400V, this 3-pole device features a 575VAC 60Hz coil and a built-in 1NO auxiliary contact. Versatile screw or 35mm DIN rail mounting simplifies panel integration in new builds and retrofits.
Engineered for demanding environments, it offers a mechanical life of 20,000,000 cycles and operates from -50 to +70 °C with a pollution degree of 3 up to 3000 m altitude. Rated Ui 690 V and Uimp 6 kV with Ith 28 A, the BFK12 series unit meets IEC/EN/BS 60947-1 and 60947-4-1 standards, ensuring dependable performance in power factor correction systems.
Key Benefits
- Integrated limiting resistors mitigate capacitor inrush for smoother switching.
- 12.5 kvar at 400V delivers effective power factor correction capacity.
- 575VAC 60Hz AC coil for high-voltage control circuits.
- 3-pole configuration with built-in 1NO auxiliary contact for signalling.
- Robust mechanical life of 20,000,000 cycles reduces maintenance downtime.
- Wide operating temperature -50 to +70 °C for harsh environments.
- Screw or 35mm DIN rail mounting for flexible panel installation.
- High insulation 690 V and 6 kV impulse withstand for safety margins.
Technical Specification
- Product type designation: BFK12
- Number of poles: 3
- Rated insulation voltage Ui (IEC/EN): 690 V
- Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp: 6 kV
- Ith (IEC): 28 A
- Terminal tightening torque: 1.5 to 1.8 Nm
- Weight: 428 g
- Mechanical life: 20000000 cycles
- Operating temperature: -50 to 70 °C
- Storage temperature: -60 to 80 °C
- Max altitude: 3000 m
- Pollution degree: 3
What’s Included
- Contactor unit (Lovato BFK1210A57560)
- Integrated limiting resistors
- User documentation
Applications
- Power factor correction capacitor banks in low-voltage installations
- Automatic or fixed PFC stages in industrial control panels
- Switchgear and distribution boards requiring reactive power compensation
- Retrofit upgrades of existing power factor correction equipment
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the coil rating of the BFK1210A57560?
The contactor has an AC coil rated at 575VAC, 60Hz.
What reactive power is supported at 400V?
It is rated for 12.5 kvar IEC operational power at 400V.
How can this contactor be mounted in a panel?
It supports screw fixing or 35mm DIN rail mounting.
What auxiliary contacts are built in?
It includes one built-in 1NO auxiliary contact.
Which standards does it comply with?
It conforms to IEC/EN/BS 60947-1 and 60947-4-1, plus UL and CSA equivalents.
Safety note: Installation must be carried out by qualified personnel. Isolate power before work, observe the stated ratings and environmental limits, and follow applicable IEC/EN standards for capacitor switching equipment.
| Manufacturer Part Number | BFK1210A57560 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Lovato |
| Barcode | 8013975163245 |
| Coil Voltage | 575V |
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