Why Choose the Lovato BFK11500A230 Power Factor Correction Contactor?
The Lovato BFK11500A230 is a robust and reliable power factor correction contactor designed for switching capacitor banks in industrial reactive power compensation systems. As part of the Lovato BFK115 series, it is specifically developed for capacitor switching applications and incorporates integrated limiting resistors to help manage the high inrush currents generated when capacitors are energised.
This three-pole contactor provides dependable switching performance for automatic power factor correction equipment and electrical distribution systems. Its dedicated capacitor switching design helps improve installation reliability while supporting efficient reactive power compensation in demanding industrial environments.
With a maximum IEC operational power rating of 75 kvar at 400 V and a 230 V AC 50/60 Hz coil, the BFK11500A230 is suitable for high-capacity capacitor bank stages in industrial electrical installations. Its compact construction supports straightforward integration into control panels using 35 mm DIN rail or screw mounting.
Key Advantages
- Purpose-designed contactor for power factor correction applications.
- 75 kvar maximum IEC operational power at 400 V for capacitor switching.
- 230 V AC 50/60 Hz control coil for industrial control systems.
- Integrated limiting resistors help reduce capacitor switching inrush currents.
- Three-pole configuration for three-phase capacitor bank systems.
- High-current construction for larger industrial power factor correction installations.
Key Features
- Lovato BFK115 power factor correction contactor series.
- 75 kvar rated operational power at 400 V.
- 230 V AC coil rated for 50/60 Hz operation.
- Three-pole contact configuration.
- Integrated limiting resistors for capacitor switching duties.
- 160 A conventional free-air thermal current.
- 690 V rated insulation voltage.
- 8 kV rated impulse withstand voltage.
- 35 mm DIN rail and screw mounting compatibility.
Reliable Capacitor Switching for Power Factor Correction
Power factor correction contactors are designed to connect and disconnect capacitor banks used to compensate reactive power and improve electrical efficiency. Capacitor switching can create significant transient currents, requiring dedicated contactors with specialised switching technology.
The Lovato BFK11500A230 incorporates limiting resistors specifically for capacitor switching applications, providing a reliable solution for automatic power factor correction systems requiring high-capacity capacitor stages.
Typical Applications
- Automatic power factor correction panels.
- Industrial capacitor bank systems.
- Reactive power compensation equipment.
- Electrical distribution systems.
- Manufacturing and processing facilities.
- Industrial energy efficiency installations.
