Lovato BF38T2A048 four-pole industrial power contactor with 2 NO + 2 NC main contacts, 48 V AC 50/60 Hz coil, 56 A IEC AC-1 thermal current rating, 38 A / 18.5 kW AC-3 rating at 400 V and screw or 35 mm DIN rail mounting.
£355.19
The Lovato BF38T2A048 is a robust four-pole industrial power contactor designed for reliable switching and control of motors and electrical loads in automation systems, machinery and industrial control panels. As part of the proven Lovato Electric BF38 contactor series, it provides dependable electrical performance, flexible installation and long operational life for demanding industrial applications.
This contactor features a 48 V AC control coil operating at 50/60 Hz and a 2NO + 2NC four-pole contact configuration, providing versatile switching capability for industrial power and control circuits. Its compact design supports screw mounting and standard 35 mm DIN rail installation, making it suitable for modern electrical control systems.
With an IEC thermal current rating of 56 A in AC-1 duty and an AC-3 operational rating of 38 A at 400 V, the BF38T2A048 is suitable for controlling motors and electrical loads up to 18.5 kW in industrial automation applications.
The Lovato BF38T2A048 provides dependable switching of motors and electrical loads through a 48 V AC control signal. Its four-pole design with normally open and normally closed contacts allows flexible integration into industrial automation and control circuits.
The BF38 series is designed for professional electrical installations requiring durability, easy panel integration and compatibility with industrial control equipment. Its DIN rail mounting capability and screw terminal connections simplify installation and maintenance.
| Power | 11 kW |
|---|---|
| Current | 56 A |
| Voltage | 48 V |
| Phase | Three Phase |
| Series | BF38 |
| Product type | Power contactor |
| Contact configuration | 2 NO + 2 NC |
| Number of poles | 4 |
| Type of coil | AC coil 50/60 Hz |
| Rated coil voltage | 48 V AC |
| AC operating voltage range at 50 Hz | pick-up 80 to 110% Us, drop-out 20 to 55% Us |
| AC operating voltage range at 60 Hz | pick-up 85 to 110% Us, drop-out 20 to 55% Us |
| AC coil consumption at 50 Hz | 75 VA inrush, 9 VA holding |
| AC coil consumption at 60 Hz | 70 VA inrush, 6.5 VA holding |
| Dissipation at holding | approx. 2.5 W at up to 20 °C |
| Rated insulation voltage Ui | 690 V |
| Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp | 6 kV |
| Operational frequency | 25 to 400 Hz |
| IEC conventional free air thermal current Ith | 56 A at up to 40 °C |
| AC-1 operational current | 56 A at up to 40 °C, 45 A at up to 55 °C, 40 A at up to 70 °C |
| AC-1 operational current with 16 mm² wire and fork end lug | 60 A at up to 40 °C, 48 A at up to 55 °C, 42 A at up to 70 °C |
| AC-3 operational current | 38 A at up to 440 V and 55 °C |
| AC-4 operational current at 400 V | 15.5 A |
| Rated operational power AC-1 | 21 kW at 230 V, 36 kW at 400 V, 45 kW at 500 V, 62 kW at 690 V |
| Rated operational power AC-3 | 11 kW at 230 V, 18.5 kW at 400 V, 18.5 kW at 415 V, 18.5 kW at 440 V, 20 kW at 500 V, 22 kW at 690 V |
| DC-1 current with 1 pole in series | 35 A at 24 V or below, 30 A at 48 V, 23 A at 75 V, 8 A at 110 V |
| DC-1 current with 2 poles in series | 36 A at 24 V or below, 34 A at 48 V, 29 A at 75 V, 32 A at 110 V, 4 A at 220 V |
| DC-1 current with 3 poles in series | 36 A at 24 V or below, 34 A at 48 V, 33 A at 75 V, 34 A at 110 V, 30 A at 220 V |
| DC-1 current with 4 poles in series | 36 A at 24 V or below, 34 A at 48 V, 33 A at 75 V, 34 A at 110 V, 38 A at 220 V |
| DC-3 / DC-5 current with 1 pole in series | 24 A at 24 V or below, 20 A at 48 V, 17 A at 75 V, 2.5 A at 110 V |
| DC-3 / DC-5 current with 2 poles in series | 28 A at 24 V or below, 25 A at 48 V, 22 A at 75 V, 18 A at 110 V, 3 A at 220 V |
| DC-3 / DC-5 current with 3 poles in series | 32 A at 24 V or below, 28 A at 48 V, 28 A at 75 V, 23 A at 110 V, 25 A at 220 V |
| DC-3 / DC-5 current with 4 poles in series | 32 A at 24 V or below, 28 A at 48 V, 28 A at 75 V, 23 A at 110 V, 15 A at 220 V |
| UL/CSA single-phase horsepower rating | 3 HP at 110/120 V, 7.5 HP at 230 V |
| UL/CSA three-phase horsepower rating | 10 HP at 200/208 V, 15 HP at 220/240 V, 30 HP at 460/480 V, 30 HP at 575/600 V |
| Full-load current for three-phase AC motor | 40 A at 480 V, 32 A at 600 V |
| General use AC current | 55 A |
| Rated operational voltage AC UL | 600 V |
| Recommended IEC fuse protection | 63 A gG or 40 A aM |
| UL high fault short-circuit protection | 100 kA with 100 A Class J fuse at 600 V |
| UL standard fault short-circuit protection | 5 kA with 150 A fuse at 600 V |
| Short-time allowable current | 320 A for 10 s |
| Making capacity | 380 A RMS |
| Breaking capacity | 304 A at 440 V, 240 A at 500 V, 192 A at 690 V |
| Resistance per pole | approx. 2 mΩ |
| Power dissipation per pole | 6 W at Ith, 2.9 W at AC-3 |
| Power terminal tightening torque | 2.5 to 3 Nm |
| Coil terminal tightening torque | 0.8 to 1 Nm |
| Maximum conductors per terminal | 2 |
| Flexible conductor section without lug | 2.5 to 16 mm² |
| Flexible conductor section with lug | 1 to 10 mm² |
| Flexible conductor section with insulated spade lug | 1 to 16 mm² |
| Power terminal protection | IP20 when properly wired |
| Cable stripping length | 10 mm main circuit, 8 mm command circuit |
| Mounting type | Screw fixing or 35 mm DIN rail |
| Operating position | Vertical plane, plus or minus 30° allowable |
| Mechanical life | 20,000,000 cycles |
| Electrical life | 1,400,000 cycles |
| Maximum mechanical operating frequency | 3,600 cycles/hour |
| AC operating time | NO closing 8 to 24 ms, NO opening 5 to 15 ms, NC closing 11 to 29 ms, NC opening 6 to 14 ms |
| Operating temperature | -50 °C to +70 °C |
| Storage temperature | -60 °C to +80 °C |
| Maximum altitude | 3,000 m |
| Pollution degree | 3 |
| EMC compatibility | Yes |
| Approximate product width | 61 mm |
| Approximate product height | 90 mm |
| Approximate product depth | 90 mm |
| Weight | 514 g |
| Package dimensions | 97 x 65 x 90 mm |
| Package volume | 567.45 cm³ |
| EAN | 8013975162309 |
| Standards | IEC/EN/BS 60947-1, IEC/EN/BS 60947-4-1, UL 60947-1, UL 60947-4-1, CSA C22.2 60947-1, CSA C22.2 60947-4-1, IEC/EN 60335-2-89 |
| Certifications | CCC, EAC, cULus, UL 60335-2-40 LZGH A2L, CSA C22.2 60335-2-40 LZGH A2L, UL 60335-2-89 LZGH A2L, CSA C22.2 No. 60335-2-89 LZGH A2L |
| HS Code | 85365080 |
The BF38T2A048 is used for switching and controlling motors and electrical loads in industrial automation and control systems.
This contactor features a 2NO + 2NC four-pole contact configuration for flexible industrial switching.
The contactor operates with a 48 V AC coil at 50/60 Hz.
The contactor has an IEC AC-1 thermal current rating of 56 A and an AC-3 operational current rating of 38 A.
The contactor can be mounted using screws or installed on a standard 35 mm DIN rail.
Lovato Electric BF series contactors provide reliable switching performance, long service life and flexible installation solutions for industrial automation and motor control applications.
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