Why Choose the Lovato BF63000E230 3-Pole Power Contactor?
The Lovato BF63000E230 is a heavy-duty 3-pole power contactor designed for high-current motor control and industrial power switching applications. Part of the Lovato BF630 contactor series, it delivers an IEC AC-3 operational current rating of 630 A at up to 440 V and is engineered for controlling large three-phase motors in demanding machinery, process and automation installations.
The BF63000E230 features an electronically controlled wide-range coil that operates from 100–250 V AC/DC, providing flexibility for both AC and DC industrial control systems. Its three normally open main power contacts provide reliable switching of high-current three-phase loads, while the contactor's 800 A conventional free-air thermal current supports demanding industrial power applications.
For motor control, the BF63000E230 is rated at 355 kW at 400 V AC under AC-3 duty, with ratings extending to 400 kW at 440 V and 500 kW at 690 V. A 1000 V rated insulation voltage, 8 kV impulse withstand voltage, high short-time current capability and robust screw-mounted construction make it suitable for motor control centres, heavy machinery and high-power industrial electrical installations.
Key Advantages
- Heavy-duty 3-pole power contactor for high-current industrial motor control.
- 630 A AC-3 operational current at up to 440 V.
- 800 A conventional free-air thermal current Ith for high-current switching applications.
- Rated for 355 kW three-phase motors at 400 V AC under AC-3 conditions.
- Electronically controlled wide-range 100–250 V AC/DC coil.
- 1000 V rated insulation voltage and 8 kV impulse withstand voltage.
- High 5040 A short-time allowable current for 10 s.
- Mechanical endurance of up to 5,000,000 operations for demanding industrial service.
Key Features
- Lovato BF630 series power contactor.
- 3 normally open main power poles.
- 630 A IEC AC-3 operational current at up to 440 V.
- 800 A IEC conventional free-air thermal current Ith.
- 355 kW AC-3 motor rating at 400 V AC.
- 100–250 V AC/DC electronically controlled coil.
- AC coil operation at 50/60 Hz.
- 1000 V rated insulation voltage Ui.
- 8 kV rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp.
- 260 A AC-4 operational current at 400 V.
- 6300 A RMS making capacity.
- Screw mounting for secure installation in high-power electrical assemblies.
Reliable High-Power Motor Control for Industrial Automation
Power contactors such as the Lovato BF63000E230 allow large three-phase motors and other high-current electrical loads to be switched remotely through industrial control systems. Energising the electronically controlled coil closes the three main power contacts, allowing high-power machinery to be started and stopped without routing the motor current through low-power switches, PLC outputs or other control devices.
The BF63000E230 is engineered for demanding high-power applications, providing a 630 A AC-3 operational current and a motor rating of 355 kW at 400 V AC. Its wide-range 100–250 V AC/DC coil, robust electrical insulation and high switching capacity make it particularly suitable for motor control centres, heavy machinery, process systems and automated industrial installations.
Typical Applications
- High-power three-phase motor starters.
- Motor control centres and industrial switchboards.
- Industrial motors up to 355 kW at 400 V AC under AC-3 conditions.
- Large pumps, compressors and ventilation systems.
- Conveyors and heavy material handling equipment.
- Manufacturing and process machinery.
- Industrial automation and production systems.
- High-current electrical power switching installations.
