Lovato BFA01242230 is a three-pole reversing contactor assembly with external interlock and power and auxiliary wiring, rated at 12 A AC-3 and 5.7 kW at 400 V with a 230 V AC 50/60 Hz control supply.
£226.90
The Lovato BFA01242230 is a compact and reliable reversing contactor assembly designed for forward and reverse control of three-phase AC motors in industrial machinery and automation systems. As part of the Lovato BFA012 range, it provides a factory-assembled solution for dependable directional motor control and straightforward integration into industrial electrical panels.
This reversing contactor assembly uses an AC-operated coil and incorporates an external interlock with power and auxiliary wiring. The preassembled configuration reduces the amount of component assembly and wiring required when constructing forward/reverse motor circuits, while screw terminals provide practical connections for control-panel installation.
With an AC-3 operational current of 12 A at 400 V, a rated motor power of 5.7 kW at 400 V and a 230 V AC 50/60 Hz control supply, the BFA01242230 is suitable for a wide range of industrial motor reversing applications. Its three-pole configuration and integrated auxiliary contacts provide a compact solution for OEM machinery and motor control systems.
Reversing contactor assemblies such as the Lovato BFA01242230 allow the direction of a compatible three-phase motor to be changed by reversing the phase sequence supplied to the motor. The interlocked contactor arrangement provides the switching configuration required for forward and reverse operation while helping prevent conflicting contactor operation.
The BFA01242230 combines an AC-3 operational current of 12 A at 400 V with a 5.7 kW motor rating at 400 V and a 230 V AC 50/60 Hz control supply. Its external interlock, power and auxiliary wiring and screw-terminal connections make it suitable for OEM machinery and industrial control panels requiring dependable bidirectional motor control.
| HS Code | 85371098 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Lovato Electric |
| Series | BFA012 |
| Model | BFA01242230 |
| Product type | Reversing contactor assembly |
| Number of poles | 3 |
| Main contact configuration | 3 NO |
| Integrated auxiliary contacts | 2 NC |
| Coil type | AC |
| Control supply voltage | 230 V AC |
| Control supply frequency | 50/60 Hz |
| Maximum operating current | 12 A |
| Operational current Ie, AC-3 at 400 V | 12 A |
| Rated operational power AC-3 at 400 V | 5.7 kW |
| Contact voltage | 690 V |
| Interlock | External interlock with power and auxiliary wiring |
| Terminal type | Screw terminals |
| Mounting | DIN rail or panel mounting |
| Dimensions | 83 × 90 × 90 mm |
| Weight | 780 g |
| EAN | 8013975159439 |
| Standards | IEC/EN 60947-1, IEC/EN 60947-4-1, UL508 and CSA C22.2 No. 14 |
The Lovato BFA01242230 is a reversing contactor assembly designed for forward and reverse control of compatible three-phase AC motors in industrial machinery and automation systems.
The BFA01242230 has an AC-3 operational current rating of 12 A at 400 V.
The assembly has an AC-3 rated operational motor power of 5.7 kW at 400 V.
The BFA01242230 uses a 230 V AC 50/60 Hz control supply.
Yes. The assembly is supplied with an external interlock plus power and auxiliary wiring for integration into reversing motor control systems.
Lovato Electric BFA reversing contactor assemblies provide factory-configured forward and reverse motor switching with interlocking and prewired connections for dependable integration into industrial machinery, automation equipment and motor control panels.
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