Why Choose the Lovato BF5000A46060 3-Pole Contactor?
The Lovato BF5000A46060 is a robust three-pole power contactor designed for reliable switching and control of three-phase motors and industrial electrical loads. As part of the Lovato BF50 contactor series, it provides an IEC AC-3 operational current rating of 50 A and is suitable for demanding motor control, machinery and automation applications.
This contactor combines high electrical performance with a long mechanical operating life, making it suitable for frequent switching duties in industrial control systems. Its compact construction supports both screw fixing and 35 mm DIN rail mounting, allowing straightforward integration into electrical panels, motor control centres and machine control cabinets.
With a rated AC-3 motor power of 22 kW at 400 V AC, a conventional free-air thermal current of 90 A and a dedicated 460 V AC 60 Hz coil, the BF5000A46060 is designed for dependable control of industrial motors and power circuits. The contactor also offers an IEC rated insulation voltage of 1000 V and front terminal protection to IP20.
Key Advantages
- Heavy-duty three-pole contactor for industrial motor control.
- 50 A AC-3 operational current rating for demanding switching applications.
- 22 kW motor rating at 400 V AC.
- Dedicated 460 V AC, 60 Hz control coil.
- High 90 A AC-1 thermal current rating.
- Flexible screw or 35 mm DIN rail mounting for control panel installation.
Key Features
- Lovato BF50 contactor series.
- Three main poles for three-phase power switching.
- 50 A rated operational current in AC-3 duty at up to 440 V.
- 90 A conventional free-air thermal current at temperatures up to 40 °C.
- 22 kW AC-3 motor power rating at 400–500 V AC.
- 30 kW AC-3 motor power rating at 690 V AC.
- 1000 V rated insulation voltage and 8 kV impulse withstand voltage.
- Front power terminal protection rated to IP20.
- Long mechanical life of up to 15,000,000 operating cycles.
- Designed for operation across a wide ambient temperature range.
Reliable Switching for Industrial Motor Control
Power contactors such as the Lovato BF5000A46060 provide electrically controlled switching of motors and other high-current loads. A lower-power control circuit energises the contactor coil, allowing the main contacts to switch the three-phase power circuit safely and repeatedly without requiring direct manual operation.
The BF50 series is engineered for industrial motor starters, machinery and automation panels where dependable switching performance and long service life are essential. Its high AC-3 current capability, robust insulation characteristics and flexible mounting options make it well suited to integration with overload relays, motor protection devices and automated control systems.
Typical Applications
- Three-phase industrial motor starters.
- Machinery and production equipment.
- Pumps, fans and ventilation systems.
- Conveyors and material handling equipment.
- Compressors and processing machinery.
- Motor control centres and electrical distribution panels.
- OEM automation and machine-building applications.
