BF4000E024 Lovato contactor 3 pole AC3:40A 18.5kw 24VAC/DC coil

BF4000E024 Lovato contactor 3 pole AC3:40A 18.5kw 24VAC/DC coil

Lovato BF4000E024 three-pole power contactor with 20–48 V AC/DC coil, 40 A AC-3 rating and 18.5 kW motor switching capability for industrial applications.

SKU: BF4000E024MPN: BF4000E024
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Why Choose the Lovato BF4000E024 Power Contactor?

The Lovato BF4000E024 is a versatile and reliable three-pole power contactor designed for switching and controlling three-phase motors and electrical loads in industrial automation, machinery and control panel applications. As part of the proven Lovato BF40 contactor series, it provides dependable switching performance, high electrical endurance and flexible coil operation for demanding industrial environments.

This contactor features a wide-range 20–48 V AC/DC coil, three normally open main power contacts and a robust construction suitable for motor starters, automation systems and electrical distribution applications. The BF4000E024 supports screw fixing or 35 mm DIN rail mounting for straightforward installation in control panels.

With a rated operational current of 40 A AC-3, a thermal current rating of 70 A AC-1 and a motor power rating of 18.5 kW at 400 V AC, the BF4000E024 is ideal for controlling three-phase motors, pumps, fans, compressors and industrial machinery requiring reliable switching performance.

Key Advantages

  • Reliable three-phase contactor for industrial motor control.
  • 40 A AC-3 operational current rating for medium-duty motor applications.
  • 20–48 V AC/DC wide-range coil for flexible control system integration.
  • 70 A AC-1 thermal current rating for general switching applications.
  • High mechanical and electrical endurance for long service life.
  • Flexible installation with screw fixing or 35 mm DIN rail mounting.

Key Features

  • Lovato BF40 contactor series.
  • Three-pole power contactor.
  • AC/DC electronic coil 20–48 V.
  • 40 A AC-3 motor switching current.
  • 70 A AC-1 thermal current rating.
  • 18.5 kW motor switching capability at 400 V AC.
  • Three normally open main power contacts.
  • High short-time current withstand capability.
  • Suitable for industrial automation and motor starter applications.

Reliable Motor Switching for Industrial Applications

Contactors such as the Lovato BF4000E024 provide reliable electrical switching and isolation between low-voltage control circuits and higher-power loads. They allow automation systems to safely operate motors, pumps and industrial equipment while maintaining dependable control performance.

The Lovato BF40 series is designed for machine builders, panel manufacturers and industrial engineers requiring compact contactors with strong switching capability, robust construction and flexible installation options for modern automation systems.

Typical Applications

  • Three-phase motor starters.
  • Industrial automation control panels.
  • Pumps and fan control systems.
  • Compressors and machinery drives.
  • Production and processing equipment.
  • OEM machinery and electrical control systems.

Technical Specifications

Coil Voltage Range 24 V, 42–48 V
Power 18.5 kW
Current 40 A
HS Code 85365080
Manufacturer Lovato
Series BF40 Contactors
Model BF4000E024
Product type Power contactor
Number of poles 3
Main contacts 3NO
Coil type AC/DC electronic coil
Rated coil voltage 20–48 V AC/DC
Rated thermal current Ith 70 A
Rated operational current AC-1 70 A
Rated operational current AC-3 40 A
Rated motor power AC-3 at 400 V AC 18.5 kW
Rated motor power AC-3 at 230 V AC 11 kW
Rated motor power AC-3 at 690 V AC 30 kW
Rated insulation voltage 1000 V AC
Rated impulse withstand voltage 8 kV
Mounting type Screw / 35 mm DIN rail
Protection rating IP20 front protection
Mechanical life 15 million operations
Electrical life 1.5 million operations
Dimensions (W × H × D) approx. 63 × 141 × 120 mm
Weight approx. 1.06 kg
Poles 3-pole
Coil / Supply Voltage 24 V AC, 24 V DC, 48 V AC, 48 V DC
Device Type Contactor
Coil Type AC/DC
Current AC-1 70 A

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Lovato BF4000E024 used for?

The Lovato BF4000E024 is a three-pole contactor used for switching three-phase motors and electrical loads in industrial automation and control systems.

What coil voltage does the BF4000E024 require?

The contactor uses a wide-range 20–48 V AC/DC coil for flexible control applications.

What motor power can this contactor control?

The BF4000E024 is rated for motors up to approximately 18.5 kW at 400 V AC under AC-3 utilisation conditions.

How many poles does the BF4000E024 have?

The contactor features three normally open main power poles for three-phase switching.

How is the BF4000E024 mounted?

The contactor can be installed using screw fixing or 35 mm DIN rail mounting.

Trusted by Industrial Control Engineers

Lovato BF series contactors provide dependable motor switching solutions for industrial automation, machinery and electrical control panels worldwide.

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