BF50000D024 Lovato 3P CONTACTOR 500A AC3 24VDC

BF50000D024 Lovato 3P CONTACTOR 500A AC3 24VDC

Lovato BF50000D024 is a 3-pole BF500 power contactor rated at 500 A AC-3 and 250 kW at 400 V with an electronically controlled 24–48 V DC coil for demanding industrial motor switching.

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Why Choose the Lovato BF50000D024 3-Pole Power Contactor?

The Lovato BF50000D024 is a heavy-duty 3-pole power contactor designed for high-current motor switching and demanding industrial control applications. Part of the Lovato BF500 contactor series, it delivers an IEC AC-3 operational current of 500 A at voltages up to 440 V, making it suitable for large three-phase motors and high-power machinery.

At 400 V AC, the BF50000D024 is rated for an AC-3 motor power of 250 kW. It also provides a conventional free-air thermal current Ith of 700 A and an AC-1 operational current of 600 A at 40 °C, supporting demanding industrial power-control installations.

The contactor uses a DC electronically controlled coil with a rated control range of 24–48 V DC. With a 1000 V rated insulation voltage, 8 kV impulse withstand voltage, screw fixing and a mechanical life of up to 5,000,000 operations, the BF50000D024 is engineered for robust high-power switching.

Key Advantages

  • Heavy-duty 500 A AC-3 switching capability up to 440 V.
  • Rated for 250 kW motors at 400 V AC.
  • High 700 A conventional free-air thermal current Ith.
  • 24–48 V DC electronically controlled coil for industrial control systems.
  • 1000 V rated insulation voltage for demanding power applications.
  • Mechanical durability of up to 5,000,000 operations.
  • Suitable for large motors, machinery and high-current industrial control panels.

Key Features

  • Lovato BF500 power contactor.
  • 3-pole, 3NO main contact configuration.
  • 500 A AC-3 operational current at 230–440 V and ambient temperatures up to 55 °C.
  • 600 A AC-1 operational current at up to 40 °C.
  • 700 A conventional free-air thermal current Ith.
  • 230 A AC-4 operational current at 400 V.
  • 24–48 V DC coil.
  • 1000 V Ui rated insulation voltage.
  • 8 kV Uimp rated impulse withstand voltage.
  • Screw mounting for secure installation.

Reliable & Durable High-Power Motor Control

The Lovato BF50000D024 is engineered for switching large three-phase motors and other demanding industrial loads. Its 500 A AC-3 rating supports motor powers up to 250 kW at 400 V, while the 700 A thermal-current capability provides substantial capacity for industrial power-control applications.

Mechanical durability of up to 5,000,000 operations, a 1000 V insulation rating and an operating temperature range from -40 to +70 °C make the BF50000D024 suitable for demanding machinery and electrical distribution environments. Its wide-range DC coil also simplifies integration with compatible low-voltage industrial control systems.

Typical Applications

  • Large three-phase motor starters.
  • High-power pumps, fans and compressors.
  • Industrial production and processing machinery.
  • Conveyor and material-handling systems.
  • Industrial HVAC and refrigeration equipment.
  • High-current motor-control centres.
  • OEM machinery and industrial automation panels.

Technical Specifications

Coil Voltage Range 24 V
Power 250 kW
Current 50 A
Current AC-1 700 A
HS Code 85365080
Manufacturer Lovato
Family Contactors
Series BF500
Model BF50000D024
Product type Power contactor
Number of poles 3
Main contacts 3NO
Rated operational current AC-3, ≤440 V 500 A
Rated operational current AC-4 at 400 V 230 A
Conventional free-air thermal current Ith 700 A
AC-1 operational current at ≤40 °C 600 A
AC-1 operational current at ≤55 °C 590 A
AC-1 operational current at ≤70 °C 510 A
AC-3 motor power at 230 V 160 kW
AC-3 motor power at 400 V 250 kW
AC-3 motor power at 415 V 250 kW
AC-3 motor power at 440 V 250 kW
AC-3 motor power at 500 V 355 kW
AC-3 motor power at 690 V 400 kW
Coil type DC electronically controlled coil
Rated control voltage 24–48 V DC
Rated insulation voltage Ui 1000 V
Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp 8 kV
Operational frequency 25–400 Hz
Short-time allowable current, 10 s 4050 A
Mechanical life 5,000,000 operations
Electrical life 600,000 operations
Maximum mechanical operating frequency 1000 operations/hour
Operating temperature -40 to +70 °C
Storage temperature -50 to +80 °C
Maximum installation altitude 3000 m
Mounting Screw fixing
Weight 12.02 kg
EAN 8013975328378
Standards IEC/EN/BS 60947-1, IEC/EN/BS 60947-4-1, UL 60947-1, UL 60947-4-1
Poles 3-pole
Device Type Contactor
Coil Type DC

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Lovato BF50000D024 used for?

The BF50000D024 is a 3-pole power contactor designed for high-current motor and load switching in industrial machinery, motor-control centres and automation systems.

What is the AC-3 current rating of the Lovato BF50000D024?

The BF50000D024 has an IEC AC-3 operational current rating of 500 A at voltages from 230 to 440 V and ambient temperatures up to 55 °C.

What motor power can the BF50000D024 control at 400 V?

The BF50000D024 is rated for an AC-3 motor power of 250 kW at 400 V.

What control voltage does the Lovato BF50000D024 use?

The BF50000D024 uses an electronically controlled 24–48 V DC coil for operation from compatible industrial DC control supplies.

What is the mechanical life of the Lovato BF50000D024?

The BF50000D024 has a specified mechanical life of up to 5,000,000 operations, supporting demanding industrial switching applications.

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Lovato BF power contactors provide robust switching for demanding industrial motor-control and automation systems, with the BF50000D024 delivering 500 A AC-3 performance, high electrical ratings and durable operation for large three-phase loads.

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