BF2600L048 - 3P CONTACTOR 26A AC3 48VDC LOW C.

BF2600L048 – 3P CONTACTOR 26A AC3 48VDC LOW C.

Lovato BF2600L048 three-pole power contactor with a 26 A AC-3 operational current rating, 13 kW rating at 400 V and low-consumption 48 V DC coil for industrial motor control and automation.

SKU: BF2600L048MPN: BF2600L048
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Why Choose the Lovato BF2600L048 Three-Pole Contactor?

The Lovato BF2600L048 is a compact and reliable three-pole power contactor designed for switching three-phase motors and industrial electrical loads in control panels, machinery and automation systems. As part of the Lovato BF series, it combines dependable AC-3 motor switching performance with a low-consumption 48 V DC coil.

This contactor provides reliable electrical switching while helping reduce control circuit power consumption. Its three normally open main power poles make it suitable for three-phase loads, while the low-consumption DC coil supports efficient integration into industrial control and automation systems. Screw connections and compatibility with 35 mm DIN rail mounting simplify installation inside electrical panels.

With an IEC AC-3 operational current rating of 26 A and rated operational power of 13 kW at 400 V, the BF2600L048 is well suited to industrial motor switching applications. Its 48 V DC low-consumption coil makes it particularly suitable for control systems requiring a 48 V DC control supply.

Key Advantages

  • Compact three-pole power contactor designed for industrial motor control.
  • 26 A AC-3 operational current rating for three-phase motor switching.
  • 13 kW AC-3 motor rating at 400 V.
  • Low-consumption 48 V DC coil for efficient control circuit operation.
  • 45 A conventional free-air thermal current rating.
  • Flexible installation using screw fixing or 35 mm DIN rail mounting.

Key Features

  • Lovato BF26 power contactor.
  • Three normally open main power poles.
  • 26 A IEC AC-3 operational current.
  • 45 A conventional free-air thermal current.
  • 48 V DC low-consumption coil.
  • 13 kW rated operational power at 400 V AC-3.
  • 690 V rated insulation voltage.
  • Screw connections for the main electrical circuit.
  • Screw or 35 mm DIN rail mounting.

Reliable Switching for Industrial Motor Control

Power contactors such as the Lovato BF2600L048 provide electrically controlled switching of motors and other industrial loads. They enable a control circuit to safely operate higher-power three-phase circuits, making contactors essential components in motor starters, automation panels and industrial machine control systems.

The BF2600L048 combines a 26 A AC-3 operational current rating with a low-consumption 48 V DC coil. This configuration provides efficient remote switching for industrial machinery while its compact DIN rail compatible construction supports straightforward integration into modern electrical control panels.

Typical Applications

  • Three-phase motor starters and motor control circuits.
  • Industrial machinery and production equipment.
  • Conveyors and material handling systems.
  • Pumps, fans and ventilation equipment.
  • Industrial automation and control panels.
  • OEM machinery and electrical control systems.

Technical Specifications

Coil Voltage Range 42–48 V
Power 13 kW
Current 26 A
HS Code 85365080
Manufacturer Lovato Electric
Series BF
Model BF2600L048
Product type Power contactor
Number of poles 3
Main contact configuration 3 normally open
Rated operational current (AC-3, 400 V) 26 A
Rated operational current (AC-1, 400 V) 45 A
Rated operational current (AC-4, 400 V) 11.5 A
Conventional free-air thermal current 45 A
Rated operational power (AC-3, 400 V) 13 kW
Rated insulation voltage 690 V
Coil type Low-consumption DC coil
Rated coil voltage 48 V DC
Main circuit connection Screw connection
Mounting type Screw / 35 mm DIN rail
Operating temperature -50 to 70°C
Weight 560 g
Poles 3-pole
Coil / Supply Voltage 48 V DC
Device Type Contactor
Coil Type DC
Current AC-1 45 A

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Lovato BF2600L048 used for?

The BF2600L048 is a three-pole power contactor designed for switching three-phase motors and other industrial electrical loads in control panels, machinery and automation systems.

What is the AC-3 current rating of the BF2600L048?

The BF2600L048 has an IEC AC-3 operational current rating of 26 A at 400 V.

What motor power can the BF2600L048 switch at 400 V?

The contactor has a rated operational power of 13 kW at 400 V in AC-3 duty.

What coil voltage does the BF2600L048 require?

The BF2600L048 uses a 48 V DC low-consumption coil for operation from a suitable DC control circuit.

How is the Lovato BF2600L048 mounted?

The contactor can be installed using screw fixing or a 35 mm DIN rail, making it suitable for installation inside industrial electrical and automation panels.

Trusted Industrial Switching from Lovato Electric

Lovato Electric BF contactors provide dependable switching for industrial motor control and automation applications, combining compact installation, robust electrical performance and efficient control coil technology.

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