Why Choose the Lovato BF8000E110 3-Pole Contactor?
The Lovato BF8000E110 is a high-performance three-pole power contactor designed for reliable switching and control of three-phase motors and industrial electrical loads. As part of the Lovato BF80 contactor series, it provides an IEC AC-3 operational current rating of 80 A and combines robust power switching with a versatile AC/DC electronic coil for industrial machinery and automation systems.
This contactor is engineered for demanding motor control applications where dependable switching, long operating life and flexible control voltage compatibility are important. Its electronically controlled coil can operate from both AC and DC control supplies, while the compact construction supports screw fixing or 35 mm DIN rail mounting for straightforward installation in control panels and motor control centres.
With an AC-3 motor power rating of 45 kW at 400 V AC, a conventional free-air thermal current of 115 A and a 60–110 V AC/DC control coil, the BF8000E110 provides a versatile solution for medium-to-high-power industrial motor switching. Its main circuit also features a rated insulation voltage of 1000 V and an impulse withstand voltage of 8 kV.
Key Advantages
- Heavy-duty three-pole contactor designed for industrial motor control.
- 80 A AC-3 operational current rating at up to 440 V AC.
- 45 kW motor rating at 400 V AC for demanding machinery applications.
- Versatile 60–110 V AC/DC electronic control coil.
- High 115 A conventional free-air thermal current.
- Flexible screw or 35 mm DIN rail mounting for industrial control panels.
Key Features
- Lovato BF80 power contactor series.
- Three main poles for three-phase power switching.
- 80 A rated operational current in AC-3 duty at up to 440 V AC.
- 115 A AC-1 current rating at ambient temperatures up to 40 °C.
- 45 kW AC-3 motor power rating at 400–440 V AC.
- 55 kW AC-3 motor power rating at 500 V and 690 V AC.
- 60–110 V AC/DC coil for flexible control circuit integration.
- 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.
Reliable Switching for Industrial Motor Control
Power contactors such as the Lovato BF8000E110 provide electrically controlled switching of motors and other high-current loads. Energising the control coil operates the main contacts, allowing three-phase power circuits to be switched repeatedly from automation equipment, motor control circuits and other electrical control systems.
The BF80 series is designed for industrial motor starters, machinery and automation panels where reliable switching performance and a long service life are essential. The BF8000E110's wide-range AC/DC coil simplifies integration with different control power supplies, while its high AC-3 capacity makes it suitable for substantial motor loads in modern industrial installations.
Typical Applications
- Three-phase industrial motor starters.
- Industrial machinery and production equipment.
- Pumps, fans and ventilation systems.
- Conveyors and material handling equipment.
- Compressors and processing machinery.
- Motor control centres and electrical control panels.
- OEM automation systems and machine building.
