Lovato BF18T4A46060 four-pole contactor with 4NO contacts, 32 A AC-1 rating, 18 A AC-3 rating at 400 V, 460 V AC 60 Hz coil and screw or 35 mm DIN rail mounting for industrial control panels.
£91.27
The Lovato BF18T4A46060 is a reliable four-pole industrial contactor designed for dependable switching and control of motors, machinery and electrical loads in industrial automation and power control applications. Part of the proven Lovato BF18 contactor series, it provides robust switching capability, compact installation and long operational life for demanding industrial environments.
This contactor features a 460 V AC 60 Hz coil and a 4NO four-pole contact configuration, making it suitable for motor starters, electrical control panels, OEM machinery and industrial automation systems. Its screw terminal design supports secure installation, while compatibility with 35 mm DIN rail mounting simplifies panel integration.
With an IEC AC-1 thermal current rating of 32 A and an AC-3 rating of 18 A at 400 V, the BF18T4A46060 is suitable for motor applications up to approximately 7.5 kW at 400 V AC. The contactor features a 690 V rated insulation voltage and is designed for reliable industrial switching applications.
The Lovato BF18T4A46060 provides dependable switching control for industrial motors and electrical loads. Contactors allow low-power control circuits to safely operate higher-power equipment, improving automation efficiency and system reliability.
Designed for machine builders, panel manufacturers and automation engineers, the BF18 series combines compact construction, reliable switching performance and compatibility with international standards. Its AC coil configuration makes it suitable for industrial control systems requiring dependable operation.
| Power | 7.5 kW |
|---|---|
| Current | 32 A |
| Voltage | 460 V |
| Phase | Three Phase |
| IP Rating | IP20 |
| Series | BF Contactors |
| Product type | Four-pole power contactor |
| Product type designation | BF18 |
| Contact configuration | 4NO |
| Number of poles | 4 |
| Coil type | AC coil, 60 Hz |
| Rated coil voltage | 460 V AC |
| AC coil pick-up voltage | 80 to 110% Us |
| AC coil drop-out voltage | 20 to 55% Us |
| Average coil consumption | 75 VA inrush, 9 VA holding |
| Holding dissipation | approximately 2.5 W |
| IEC thermal current Ith AC-1 at 40 °C | 32 A |
| IEC operating current AC-1 at 55 °C | 26 A |
| IEC operating current AC-1 at 70 °C | 23 A |
| IEC operating current AC-3 at 400 V | 18 A |
| IEC operating current AC-4 at 400 V | 8.5 A |
| Rated operational power AC-3 at 400 V | 7.5 kW |
| Rated operational power AC-1 at 230 V | 12 kW |
| Rated operational power AC-1 at 400 V | 21 kW |
| Rated operational power AC-1 at 500 V | 26 kW |
| Rated operational power AC-1 at 690 V | 36 kW |
| Rated insulation voltage Ui | 690 V |
| Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp | 6 kV |
| UL / CSA horsepower rating at 460 / 480 V | 10 HP |
| UL / CSA horsepower rating at 575 / 600 V | 15 HP |
| Rated operational voltage UL | 600 V AC |
| General use AC current UL | 32 A |
| Protection fuse | 32 A gG or 20 A aM |
| Making capacity | 180 A RMS |
| Breaking capacity at 440 V | 144 A |
| Breaking capacity at 500 V | 120 A |
| Breaking capacity at 690 V | 94 A |
| Resistance per pole | approximately 2.5 mΩ |
| Terminal tightening torque | 1.5 to 1.8 Nm |
| Coil terminal tightening torque | 0.8 to 1 Nm |
| Maximum flexible conductor section without lug | 6 mm² |
| Cable stripping length | 10 mm main circuit, 8 mm command circuit |
| Mounting type | Screw fixing or 35 mm DIN rail |
| Protection rating | IP20 when correctly wired |
| Operating position | Vertical plane, allowable inclination ±30° |
| Operating temperature | -50 °C to +70 °C |
| Storage temperature | -60 °C to +80 °C |
| Maximum altitude | 3000 m |
| Pollution degree | 3 |
| Mechanical life | 20,000,000 cycles |
| Electrical life | 1,600,000 cycles |
| Weight | 368 g |
| Package dimensions | 90 x 47 x 86 mm |
| EAN | 8013975161678 |
| HS Code | 85365080 |
The BF18T4A46060 is a four-pole industrial contactor used for switching and controlling motors and electrical loads in automation systems.
The contactor uses a 460 V AC 60 Hz coil designed for industrial control applications.
The contactor has an AC-1 rating of 32 A and an AC-3 rating of 18 A at 400 V.
The BF18T4A46060 features a four-pole 4NO contact arrangement.
The contactor can be installed using screw terminals or mounted on a standard 35 mm DIN rail.
Lovato BF18 contactors are widely used in industrial automation, motor control and electrical switching systems where reliable performance, compact installation and long service life are required.
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