Why Choose the Lovato 11B40000110 Three-Pole Contactor?
The Lovato 11B40000110 is a premium heavy-duty three-pole industrial contactor engineered for switching extremely high-power motors and industrial electrical loads in demanding automation and power control systems. Part of the advanced Lovato B series, this contactor delivers exceptional electrical endurance, high switching performance and rugged industrial reliability for critical applications.
Designed for continuous-duty industrial operation, the 11B40000110 incorporates a versatile 110...125 VAC/DC universal control coil, simplifying control circuit design while reducing spare parts inventory requirements for OEMs, panel builders and maintenance engineers.
With an impressive AC-3 operational current rating of 420 A and motor switching capability up to approximately 225 kW at 400 V AC, the Lovato 11B40000110 is ideal for controlling very large three-phase motors, industrial compressors, HVAC systems, conveyors, pumps and heavy-duty process machinery.
Key Advantages
Heavy-duty three-pole industrial contactor for critical motor control applications.
420 A AC-3 operational current rating.
225 kW motor switching capability at 400 V AC.
110...125 VAC/DC universal coil simplifies industrial control integration.
High-performance switching for demanding industrial loads.
Robust industrial construction with long mechanical life.
Suitable for power distribution and high-current switching systems.
Key Features
Lovato B series power contactor.
3 normally open main poles.
110...125 VAC/DC control coil.
AC-3 rating: 420 A.
AC-1 thermal current: 550 A.
UL/CSA horsepower rating at 480 V: 350 HP.
Mechanical endurance up to 10 million operations.
Screw mounting and heavy-duty bolt terminal connections.
Compatible with auxiliary contacts and mechanical interlock accessories.
Designed for demanding industrial automation systems.
Technical Specifications
Manufacturer: Lovato Electric
Series: B Series Contactors
Model: 11B40000110
Alternative SKU: B40000110
Product type: Three-pole contactor
Number of poles: 3
Main contacts: 3 NO
AC-3 operational current: 420 A
AC-1 thermal current: 550 A
Motor power rating: 225 kW at 400 V AC
UL/CSA horsepower rating at 480 V: 350 HP
Control voltage: 110...125 VAC/DC
Control frequency: 50/60 Hz
Rated insulation voltage Ui: 1000 V
Rated operational voltage: up to 690 V AC
Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp: 8 kV
Rated operation current AC-4 at 400 V: 133 A
Mounting type: Screw mounting
Connection type: Screw/bolt terminals
Width: approx. 145 mm
Height: approx. 204 mm
Operating temperature: -50 °C to +70 °C
Storage temperature: -60 °C to +80 °C
Mechanical life: 10 million operations
Weight: approx. 9.62 kg
EAN: 8013975026601
HS Code: 85365080
Terminal tightening torque: 35 Nm
Ingress protection: IP00 terminal protection
Standards: IEC/EN 60947-1, IEC/EN 60947-4-1, UL 60947-1, UL 60947-4-1, CSA C22.2 No. 60947-1, CSA C22.2 No. 60947-4-1
Reliable High-Power Motor Switching
Industrial contactors such as the Lovato 11B40000110 are engineered to safely switch very high-current electrical loads and large three-phase motors in industrial automation systems. Their rugged design enables frequent switching operations while maintaining dependable electrical performance and long-term operational reliability in harsh industrial environments.
The universal AC/DC coil design simplifies industrial control integration by allowing operation from either AC or DC control supplies. This increases design flexibility while reducing inventory complexity for industrial maintenance and machine-building operations.
Typical Applications
Large industrial motor starters and MCC systems.
Heavy-duty pumps and compressors.
Industrial HVAC and ventilation systems.
Mining and material handling equipment.
Power distribution and switching systems.
OEM machinery and automation systems.
High-current industrial process applications.
Technical Specifications
Power
225 kW
Current
420 A
Voltage
125 V
Phase
Three Phase
IP Rating
IP00
Series
B Series Contactors
Alternative SKU
B40000110
Product type
Three-pole contactor
Number of poles
3
Main contacts
3 NO
AC-3 operational current
420 A
AC-1 thermal current
550 A
Motor power rating
225 kW at 400 V AC
UL/CSA horsepower rating at 480 V
350 HP
Control voltage
110...125 VAC/DC
Control frequency
50/60 Hz
Rated insulation voltage Ui
1000 V
Rated operational voltage
up to 690 V AC
Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp
8 kV
Rated operation current AC-4 at 400 V
133 A
Mounting type
Screw mounting
Connection type
Screw/bolt terminals
Width
approx. 145 mm
Height
approx. 204 mm
Operating temperature
-50 °C to +70 °C
Storage temperature
-60 °C to +80 °C
Mechanical life
10 million operations
Weight
approx. 9.62 kg
EAN
8013975026601
HS Code
85365080
Terminal tightening torque
35 Nm
Ingress protection
IP00 terminal protection
Standards
IEC/EN 60947-1, IEC/EN 60947-4-1, UL 60947-1, UL 60947-4-1, CSA C22.2 No. 60947-1, CSA C22.2 No. 60947-4-1
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Lovato 11B40000110 used for?
The 11B40000110 is a heavy-duty three-pole contactor used for switching very high-power three-phase motors and industrial electrical loads.
What is the AC-3 current rating of the 11B40000110?
The contactor has an AC-3 operational current rating of 420 A.
What coil voltage does the 11B40000110 use?
The contactor uses a 110...125 VAC/DC universal coil, allowing operation from either AC or DC control supplies.
What motor size can this contactor control?
The 11B40000110 is suitable for motors up to approximately 225 kW at 400 V AC.
Is the 11B40000110 suitable for industrial environments?
Yes, it is specifically designed for demanding industrial automation, power distribution and motor control applications.
Trusted by Industrial Automation Professionals
Lovato B series contactors are trusted worldwide for dependable high-current switching, rugged industrial construction and reliable long-term operation in demanding automation systems.
Power
225 kW
Current
420 A
Voltage
125 V
Phase
Three Phase
IP Rating
IP00
Series
B Series Contactors
Alternative SKU
B40000110
Product type
Three-pole contactor
Number of poles
3
Main contacts
3 NO
AC-3 operational current
420 A
AC-1 thermal current
550 A
Motor power rating
225 kW at 400 V AC
UL/CSA horsepower rating at 480 V
350 HP
Control voltage
110...125 VAC/DC
Control frequency
50/60 Hz
Rated insulation voltage Ui
1000 V
Rated operational voltage
up to 690 V AC
Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp
8 kV
Rated operation current AC-4 at 400 V
133 A
Mounting type
Screw mounting
Connection type
Screw/bolt terminals
Width
approx. 145 mm
Height
approx. 204 mm
Operating temperature
-50 °C to +70 °C
Storage temperature
-60 °C to +80 °C
Mechanical life
10 million operations
Weight
approx. 9.62 kg
EAN
8013975026601
HS Code
85365080
Terminal tightening torque
35 Nm
Ingress protection
IP00 terminal protection
Standards
IEC/EN 60947-1, IEC/EN 60947-4-1, UL 60947-1, UL 60947-4-1, CSA C22.2 No. 60947-1, CSA C22.2 No. 60947-4-1
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