Why Choose the Lovato BF9400A400 Power Contactor?
The Lovato BF9400A400 is a robust three-pole power contactor designed for reliable switching and control of three-phase motors and industrial electrical loads. Part of the Lovato BF94 series, it combines a compact design with high switching capacity for use in motor starters, automation panels and industrial machinery.
This contactor features a 400 V AC coil rated for 50/60 Hz operation, making it suitable for industrial control circuits requiring a 400 V AC control supply. Screw or 35 mm DIN rail mounting provides installation flexibility when integrating the contactor into electrical control panels and machinery.
With a rated operational current of 94 A at 400 V AC in AC-3 duty and a rated operational power of 55 kW at 400 V AC, the BF9400A400 provides dependable switching for demanding motor control applications. Its 115 A conventional free-air thermal current, 1000 V AC rated insulation voltage and 8 kV impulse withstand voltage further support reliable industrial operation.
Key Advantages
- Robust three-pole power contactor for industrial motor control and switching.
- 94 A AC-3 operational current at 400 V AC for demanding motor loads.
- 55 kW AC-3 motor rating at 400 V AC.
- 400 V AC 50/60 Hz coil for compatible industrial control circuits.
- 115 A conventional free-air thermal current for AC-1 applications at up to 40 °C.
- Screw or 35 mm DIN rail mounting provides flexible panel installation.
Key Features
- Lovato BF94 power contactor series.
- Three normally open main poles.
- 94 A IEC AC-3 operational current at 400 V AC.
- 55 kW rated operational power at 400 V AC in AC-3 duty.
- 400 V AC coil for 50/60 Hz operation.
- 115 A IEC conventional free-air thermal current Ith at up to 40 °C.
- 1000 V AC rated insulation voltage Ui.
- 8 kV rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp.
- Screw or 35 mm DIN rail mounting.
- 60 HP motor rating at 480 V according to UL/CSA.
Reliable Switching for Industrial Motor Control
Power contactors such as the Lovato BF9400A400 allow an electrical control circuit to switch higher-power motor loads safely and repeatedly. This makes the contactor suitable for integration into motor starters, machine control panels and automated systems where dependable three-phase switching is required.
The BF9400A400 combines a high AC-3 motor rating with robust insulation characteristics and flexible mounting. Its three normally open power poles make it well suited to controlling three-phase equipment in industrial machinery and process applications.
Typical Applications
- Three-phase motor starters and control systems.
- Industrial pumps and compressors.
- Fans and ventilation equipment.
- Conveyors and material handling systems.
- Mixers and processing machinery.
- OEM machinery and industrial automation panels.
