Lovato BF18T2A048 four-pole power contactor with 2NO + 2NC contacts, 32 A AC-1 thermal current rating, 18 A / 7.5 kW AC-3 rating at 400 V, 48 V AC 50/60 Hz coil, screw terminals and DIN rail or screw mounting for industrial control panels.
£101.82
The Lovato BF18T2A048 is a reliable four-pole industrial contactor designed for efficient switching and control of motors, machinery and electrical loads in industrial automation systems. Part of the proven Lovato BF18 contactor series, this model features a 48VAC 50/60Hz coil and a versatile 2NO + 2NC contact configuration for flexible industrial control applications.
Designed for demanding industrial environments, the BF18T2A048 combines compact construction, long electrical endurance and reliable switching performance. Its four main poles provide dependable operation for OEM machinery, electrical control panels and automation systems requiring a robust contactor solution.
With an IEC AC-1 thermal current rating of 32 A and an AC-3 operational rating of 18 A at 400 V, the Lovato BF18T2A048 is suitable for motor control, industrial switching and automation applications requiring a dependable AC-operated contactor.
The Lovato BF18T2A048 provides dependable electrical switching for industrial control systems by allowing automation equipment to safely manage motors and electrical loads. Its 48VAC coil design makes it compatible with standard industrial AC control architectures.
The BF18 series delivers reliable performance, compact installation and long operational life. Its flexible 2NO + 2NC contact arrangement allows integration into a wide variety of machinery and automation applications.
| Power | 7.5 kW |
|---|---|
| Current | 32 A |
| Voltage | 48 V |
| Phase | Three Phase |
| Series | BF18 |
| Product type | Four-pole power contactor |
| Number of poles | 4 |
| Main contact configuration | 2NO + 2NC |
| Coil type | AC coil, 50/60 Hz |
| Rated coil voltage | 48 V AC |
| AC coil operating range at 50 Hz | pick-up 80 to 110% Us, drop-out 20 to 55% Us |
| AC coil operating range at 60 Hz | pick-up 85 to 110% Us, drop-out 20 to 55% Us |
| AC average coil consumption at 50 Hz | 75 VA inrush, 9 VA holding at 20 °C |
| AC average coil consumption at 60 Hz | 70 VA inrush, 6.5 VA holding at 20 °C |
| Rated insulation voltage Ui | 690 V |
| Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp | 6 kV |
| Operational frequency range | 25 to 400 Hz |
| IEC conventional free air thermal current Ith AC-1 | 32 A at up to 40 °C |
| AC-1 operating current at up to 40 °C | 32 A |
| AC-1 operating current at up to 55 °C | 26 A |
| AC-1 operating current at up to 70 °C | 23 A |
| IEC operating current Ie AC-3 | 18 A at up to 440 V and 55 °C |
| IEC operating current and power at 400 V AC-3 | 18 A / 7.5 kW |
| AC-4 operating current at 400 V | 8.5 A |
| AC-1 rated operational power at 230 V | 12 kW |
| AC-1 rated operational power at 400 V | 21 kW |
| AC-1 rated operational power at 500 V | 26 kW |
| AC-1 rated operational power at 690 V | 36 kW |
| Short-time allowable current for 10 seconds | 200 A |
| Recommended IEC fuse protection | 32 A gG or 20 A aM |
| Average resistance per pole | 2.5 mΩ |
| Power dissipation per pole at Ith | 2.6 W |
| UL / CSA horsepower rating at 480 V | 10 HP |
| UL / CSA horsepower rating at 575 / 600 V | 15 HP |
| UL rated operational voltage | 600 V AC |
| Main circuit connection | Screw terminals |
| Power terminal protection | IP20 when properly wired |
| Mounting type | Screw fixing or 35 mm DIN rail |
| Mechanical life | 20,000,000 cycles |
| Electrical life | 1,600,000 cycles |
| Operating temperature | -50 to +70 °C |
| Storage temperature | -60 to +80 °C |
| Maximum altitude | 3000 m |
| Approximate weight | 362 g |
| Package quantity | 1 |
| Package dimensions | 90 x 47 x 86 mm |
| Package volume | 363.78 cm³ |
| EAN | 8013975162064 |
| Certifications | CCC, EAC, cULus |
| Additional approvals | UL 60335-2-40 LZGH A2L, CSA C22.2 No. 60335-2-40:22 LZGH A2L, UL 60335-2-89 LZGH A2L and CSA C22.2 No. 60335-2-89:21 LZGH A2L |
| Applicable standards | IEC/EN/BS 60947-1, IEC/EN/BS 60947-4-1, UL 60947-1, UL 60947-4-1, CSA C22.2 No. 60947-1, CSA C22.2 No. 60947-4-1 and IEC/EN 60335-2-89 |
| HS Code | 85365080 |
The Lovato BF18T2A048 is a four-pole industrial contactor used for switching and controlling electrical loads in automation and industrial systems.
The contactor operates with a 48VAC 50/60Hz coil.
The BF18T2A048 features a 2NO + 2NC four-pole configuration.
The contactor has an IEC AC-1 rating of 32 A and an AC-3 rating of 18 A at 400 V.
The contactor supports screw installation and mounting on a standard 35 mm DIN rail.
Lovato BF18 contactors are widely used in industrial automation and control systems where reliable switching performance, compact installation and long operational life are required.
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