BF2510A048 – 3P CONTACTOR 1NO 25A AC3 48/50-60

Q: What coil voltage does this contactor require?

The BF2510A048 uses a 48 V AC coil operating at 50/60 Hz.

Q: How many poles does the BF2510A048 have?

The contactor features three main normally open power poles for three-phase motor switching.

Lovato BF2510A048 three-pole BF25 contactor with 25 A AC-3 rating at 400 V, 32 A AC-1 thermal current, 48 V AC 50/60 Hz coil, built-in 1NO auxiliary contact and screw or 35 mm DIN rail mounting.

SKU: BF2510A048MPN: BF2510A048

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Why Choose the Lovato BF2510A048 Contactor?

The Lovato BF2510A048 is a reliable three-pole industrial contactor designed for efficient motor switching, automation control and industrial electrical applications. Part of the trusted Lovato BF25 contactor series, it provides dependable performance, compact installation and long operational life for demanding industrial environments.

Featuring a 48 V AC coil operating at 50/60 Hz, the BF2510A048 delivers stable electromagnetic control for industrial systems. Its compact design supports easy installation using screw terminals or 35 mm DIN rail mounting, making it suitable for electrical cabinets, machinery panels and automation systems.

With an IEC AC-1 thermal current rating of 32 A and an AC-3 operating rating of 25 A at 400 V, the Lovato BF2510A048 is suitable for controlling three-phase motors up to approximately 12.5 kW at 400 V AC-3. The contactor includes a built-in 1NO auxiliary contact for additional control functions and system integration.

Key Advantages

Reliable three-pole contactor for industrial motor control applications.
48 V AC 50/60 Hz coil suitable for industrial control circuits.
25 A AC-3 motor switching capability at 400 V.
32 A AC-1 thermal current rating for general electrical loads.
Integrated 1NO auxiliary contact for control applications.
Compact design suitable for automation panels and industrial cabinets.

Key Features

Lovato BF25 industrial contactor series.
Three-pole configuration with three normally open main contacts.
48 V AC 50/60 Hz operating coil.
IEC AC-1 operating current of 32 A.
IEC AC-3 operating current of 25 A at 400 V.
Motor power rating up to 12.5 kW at 400 V AC-3.
Built-in 1NO auxiliary contact.
DIN rail 35 mm and screw mounting capability.
Designed according to IEC/EN 60947-4-1 industrial standards.

Reliable Motor Control for Industrial Systems

The Lovato BF2510A048 provides dependable switching and control of motors and electrical loads in industrial automation systems. Contactors allow low-power control circuits to safely operate higher-power equipment while maintaining reliable electrical performance.

The BF25 series combines compact dimensions, durable construction and flexible mounting options, making it suitable for OEM machinery, production equipment and industrial control panels requiring dependable switching performance.

Typical Applications

Industrial motor starters and control panels.
Automation machinery and production equipment.
Pumps, fans and compressor systems.
Material handling and conveyor applications.
OEM machine control systems.
Industrial power switching applications.

Technical Specifications

Coil Voltage Range	42–48 V
Power	12.5 kW
Current	25 A
Voltage	48 V
Phase	Three Phase
IP Rating	IP20
Series	BF Contactors
Product type	Three-pole power contactor
Product type designation	BF25
Main contact configuration	3NO
Number of poles	3
Built-in auxiliary contact	1NO
Coil type	AC coil, 50/60 Hz
Rated coil voltage	48 V AC
AC coil pick-up voltage	80 to 110% Us
AC coil drop-out voltage	20 to 55% Us
Average coil consumption	75 VA inrush, 9 VA holding
Holding dissipation	approximately 2.5 W
IEC thermal current Ith AC-1 at 40 °C	32 A
IEC operating current AC-1 at 40 °C	32 A
IEC operating current AC-1 at 55 °C	26 A
IEC operating current AC-1 at 70 °C	23 A
IEC operating current AC-3 up to 440 V	25 A
IEC operating current AC-4 at 400 V	10 A
Rated operational power AC-3 at 230 V	7 kW
Rated operational power AC-3 at 400 V	12.5 kW
Rated operational power AC-3 at 415 V	13.4 kW
Rated operational power AC-3 at 440 V	13.4 kW
Rated operational power AC-3 at 500 V	15 kW
Rated operational power AC-3 at 690 V	11 kW
Rated operational power AC-1 at 230 V	12 kW
Rated operational power AC-1 at 400 V	21 kW
Rated operational power AC-1 at 500 V	26 kW
Rated operational power AC-1 at 690 V	36 kW
Rated insulation voltage Ui	690 V
Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp	6 kV
Protection fuse IEC gG	50 A
Protection fuse IEC aM	25 A
Making capacity	250 A RMS
Breaking capacity at 440 V	200 A
Breaking capacity at 500 V	184 A
Breaking capacity at 690 V	102 A
Resistance per pole	approximately 2.5 mΩ
Power dissipation per pole	2.6 W at Ith, 1.6 W at AC-3 duty
Auxiliary contact thermal current Ith	10 A
Auxiliary contact designation	A600 - P600
Auxiliary contact AC15 operating current	3 A at 230 V, 1.9 A at 400 V, 1.4 A at 500 V
Auxiliary contact DC13 operating current	5.7 A at 24 V, 2.9 A at 48 V, 2.3 A at 60 V, 1.25 A at 110 V, 1.1 A at 125 V, 0.55 A at 220 V
UL rated operational voltage	600 V AC
UL general use current	32 A
UL auxiliary contact rating	A600 - P600
UL / CSA horsepower rating at 110 / 120 V single phase	2 HP
UL / CSA horsepower rating at 230 V single phase	3 HP
UL / CSA horsepower rating at 200 / 208 V three phase	7.5 HP
UL / CSA horsepower rating at 220 / 240 V three phase	7.5 HP
UL / CSA horsepower rating at 460 / 480 V three phase	15 HP
UL / CSA horsepower rating at 575 / 600 V three phase	15 HP
Terminal type	Screw terminals
Terminal tightening torque	1.5 to 1.8 Nm
Coil terminal tightening torque	0.8 to 1 Nm
Maximum flexible conductor section without lug	6 mm²
Cable stripping length	10 mm main circuit, 8 mm command circuit
Mounting type	Screw fixing or 35 mm DIN rail
Protection rating	IP20 when correctly wired
Operating position	Vertical plane, allowable inclination ±30°
Operating temperature	-50 °C to +70 °C
Storage temperature	-60 °C to +80 °C
Maximum altitude	3000 m
Pollution degree	3
Mechanical life	20,000,000 cycles
Electrical life	1,200,000 cycles
Weight	362 g
Package dimensions	90 x 47 x 86 mm
Volume	363.78 cm³
EAN	8013975160749
Standards	IEC/EN/BS 60947-1, IEC/EN/BS 60947-4-1, UL 60947-1, UL 60947-4-1, CSA C22.2 n° 60947-1, CSA C22.2 n° 60947-4-1 and IEC/EN 60335-2-89
HS Code	85365080
Poles	3-pole
Coil / Supply Voltage	48 V AC
Device Type	Contactor
Auxiliary Contacts	1NO
Coil Type	AC
Current AC-1	32 A

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Lovato BF2510A048 used for?

The Lovato BF2510A048 is a three-pole contactor designed for switching and controlling motors and electrical loads in industrial automation applications.

What coil voltage does this contactor require?

The BF2510A048 uses a 48 V AC coil operating at 50/60 Hz.

What motor power can this contactor handle?

The contactor supports motor applications up to approximately 12.5 kW at 400 V AC-3.

How many poles does the BF2510A048 have?

The contactor features three main normally open power poles for three-phase motor switching.

How can this contactor be installed?

The BF2510A048 can be installed using screw mounting or standard 35 mm DIN rail mounting inside electrical control cabinets.

Trusted by Industrial Automation Professionals

Lovato BF series contactors are widely used in industrial automation and motor control systems to provide reliable switching, efficient operation and durable electrical performance.

Coil Voltage Range	42–48 V
Power	12.5 kW
Current	25 A
Voltage	48 V
Phase	Three Phase
IP Rating	IP20
Series	BF Contactors
Product type	Three-pole power contactor
Product type designation	BF25
Main contact configuration	3NO
Number of poles	3
Built-in auxiliary contact	1NO
Coil type	AC coil, 50/60 Hz
Rated coil voltage	48 V AC
AC coil pick-up voltage	80 to 110% Us
AC coil drop-out voltage	20 to 55% Us
Average coil consumption	75 VA inrush, 9 VA holding
Holding dissipation	approximately 2.5 W
IEC thermal current Ith AC-1 at 40 °C	32 A
IEC operating current AC-1 at 40 °C	32 A
IEC operating current AC-1 at 55 °C	26 A
IEC operating current AC-1 at 70 °C	23 A
IEC operating current AC-3 up to 440 V	25 A
IEC operating current AC-4 at 400 V	10 A
Rated operational power AC-3 at 230 V	7 kW
Rated operational power AC-3 at 400 V	12.5 kW
Rated operational power AC-3 at 415 V	13.4 kW
Rated operational power AC-3 at 440 V	13.4 kW
Rated operational power AC-3 at 500 V	15 kW
Rated operational power AC-3 at 690 V	11 kW
Rated operational power AC-1 at 230 V	12 kW
Rated operational power AC-1 at 400 V	21 kW
Rated operational power AC-1 at 500 V	26 kW
Rated operational power AC-1 at 690 V	36 kW
Rated insulation voltage Ui	690 V
Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp	6 kV
Protection fuse IEC gG	50 A
Protection fuse IEC aM	25 A
Making capacity	250 A RMS
Breaking capacity at 440 V	200 A
Breaking capacity at 500 V	184 A
Breaking capacity at 690 V	102 A
Resistance per pole	approximately 2.5 mΩ
Power dissipation per pole	2.6 W at Ith, 1.6 W at AC-3 duty
Auxiliary contact thermal current Ith	10 A
Auxiliary contact designation	A600 - P600
Auxiliary contact AC15 operating current	3 A at 230 V, 1.9 A at 400 V, 1.4 A at 500 V
Auxiliary contact DC13 operating current	5.7 A at 24 V, 2.9 A at 48 V, 2.3 A at 60 V, 1.25 A at 110 V, 1.1 A at 125 V, 0.55 A at 220 V
UL rated operational voltage	600 V AC
UL general use current	32 A
UL auxiliary contact rating	A600 - P600
UL / CSA horsepower rating at 110 / 120 V single phase	2 HP
UL / CSA horsepower rating at 230 V single phase	3 HP
UL / CSA horsepower rating at 200 / 208 V three phase	7.5 HP
UL / CSA horsepower rating at 220 / 240 V three phase	7.5 HP
UL / CSA horsepower rating at 460 / 480 V three phase	15 HP
UL / CSA horsepower rating at 575 / 600 V three phase	15 HP
Terminal type	Screw terminals
Terminal tightening torque	1.5 to 1.8 Nm
Coil terminal tightening torque	0.8 to 1 Nm
Maximum flexible conductor section without lug	6 mm²
Cable stripping length	10 mm main circuit, 8 mm command circuit
Mounting type	Screw fixing or 35 mm DIN rail
Protection rating	IP20 when correctly wired
Operating position	Vertical plane, allowable inclination ±30°
Operating temperature	-50 °C to +70 °C
Storage temperature	-60 °C to +80 °C
Maximum altitude	3000 m
Pollution degree	3
Mechanical life	20,000,000 cycles
Electrical life	1,200,000 cycles
Weight	362 g
Package dimensions	90 x 47 x 86 mm
Volume	363.78 cm³
EAN	8013975160749
Standards	IEC/EN/BS 60947-1, IEC/EN/BS 60947-4-1, UL 60947-1, UL 60947-4-1, CSA C22.2 n° 60947-1, CSA C22.2 n° 60947-4-1 and IEC/EN 60335-2-89
HS Code	85365080
Poles	3-pole
Coil / Supply Voltage	48 V AC
Device Type	Contactor
Auxiliary Contacts	1NO
Coil Type	AC
Current AC-1	32 A

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