BF9400A048 Lovato 3P CONTACTOR 94A AC3 48VAC 50/60HZ

BF9400A048 Lovato 3P CONTACTOR 94A AC3 48VAC 50/60HZ

Lovato BF9400A048 is a three-pole BF94 power contactor rated at 94 A AC-3 and 55 kW at 400 V with a 48 V AC 50/60 Hz control coil for industrial motor and load switching.

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Why Choose the Lovato BF9400A048 3-Pole Contactor?

The Lovato BF9400A048 is a high-performance three-pole power contactor designed for reliable switching and control of three-phase motors and industrial electrical loads. As part of the Lovato BF94 contactor series, it provides a 94 A IEC AC-3 operational current rating with a 48 V AC control coil for dependable integration into machinery, motor starters and industrial automation systems.

This contactor provides an IEC conventional free-air thermal current (Ith) of 115 A and an AC-3 operational current of 94 A. At 400 V, it is rated for 55 kW AC-3 motor duty, making it suitable for substantial three-phase motors used in pumps, compressors, conveyors and production machinery.

The BF9400A048 incorporates a 48 V AC 50/60 Hz control coil and three normally open main contacts. Screw or 35 mm DIN rail mounting, IP20 front terminal protection and a robust BF-series design support straightforward installation and dependable service in industrial control panels.

Key Advantages

  • Heavy-duty three-pole power contactor designed for industrial motor control.
  • 94 A IEC AC-3 operational current for demanding three-phase loads.
  • 55 kW AC-3 motor rating at 400 V.
  • 48 V AC 50/60 Hz control coil for compatible industrial control circuits.
  • 115 A conventional free-air thermal current for high-current switching.
  • Flexible screw or 35 mm DIN rail mounting simplifies control-panel installation.

Key Features

  • Lovato BF94 power contactor series.
  • Three normally open main poles.
  • 94 A AC-3 operational current.
  • 115 A AC-1 operational current at up to 40 °C.
  • 55 kW rated AC-3 operational power at 400 V.
  • 48 V AC 50/60 Hz control coil.
  • 1000 V rated insulation voltage and 8 kV impulse withstand voltage.
  • IP20 front protection at the power terminals.
  • Long 15,000,000-cycle mechanical life.

Reliable Motor Control for Industrial Machinery

Power contactors such as the Lovato BF9400A048 allow an electrical control circuit to switch substantially larger three-phase motor loads. Its three normally open main poles simultaneously control the three phases, making the contactor suitable for direct motor switching, motor starters and automated machinery.

The BF94 series is engineered for demanding industrial service with high electrical and mechanical endurance. The BF9400A048 combines a 94 A AC-3 rating, substantial 55 kW motor-switching capability at 400 V and a 48 V AC control coil for reliable integration into industrial automation and motor-control systems.

Typical Applications

  • Three-phase motor starters and motor-control panels.
  • Industrial pumps, fans and compressors.
  • Conveyors and material handling systems.
  • Manufacturing and production machinery.
  • HVAC and building-services equipment.
  • OEM machinery and industrial automation systems.

Technical Specifications

HS Code 85365080
Manufacturer Lovato Electric
Series BF94
Model BF9400A048
Product type Power contactor
Number of poles 3
Main contact configuration 3 NO
Coil type AC coil
Rated coil voltage 48 V AC
Coil frequency 50 / 60 Hz
IEC conventional free-air thermal current Ith (≤40 °C) 115 A
AC-1 operational current (≤40 °C) 115 A
AC-1 operational current (≤55 °C) 95 A
AC-1 operational current (≤70 °C) 80 A
AC-3 operational current 94 A
AC-4 operational current at 400 V 45 A
AC-3 operational power at 230 V 30 kW
AC-3 operational power at 400 V 55 kW
AC-3 operational power at 415 V 55 kW
AC-3 operational power at 440 V 55 kW
Rated insulation voltage Ui 1000 V
Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp 8 kV
Operational frequency 25–400 Hz
Short-time allowable current for 10 s 640 A
Making capacity 950 A RMS
Power terminal protection IP20 front
Flexible conductor capacity 1.5–35 mm²
Mounting type Screw / 35 mm DIN rail
Operating position Vertical plane, ±30° allowable
Operating temperature -50 to +70 °C
Maximum altitude 3000 m
Mechanical life 15,000,000 cycles
Electrical life 1,100,000 cycles
Dimensions (H × W × D) approx. 194 × 55 × 115 mm
Weight approx. 1020 g

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Lovato BF9400A048 used for?

The BF9400A048 is a three-pole power contactor designed for switching three-phase motors and other industrial electrical loads in machinery, motor-control and automation systems.

What is the AC-3 current rating of the BF9400A048?

The BF9400A048 has an IEC AC-3 operational current rating of 94 A.

What coil voltage does the Lovato BF9400A048 use?

The BF9400A048 uses a 48 V AC control coil designed for 50/60 Hz operation.

What motor power can the BF9400A048 control at 400 V?

The contactor is rated for 55 kW AC-3 motor duty at 400 V.

How is the Lovato BF9400A048 mounted?

The BF9400A048 can be installed using screw fixing or a 35 mm DIN rail, providing flexible mounting within industrial control panels and switchgear assemblies.

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