| Rated current (Iu) | Filter products by 32 A |
|---|---|
| Rated current AC-1 (Ie) | Filter products by 32 A |
| Rated current AC-3 (Ie) | Filter products by 18 A |
| Number of poles | Filter products by 3P |
| Coil voltage (Uc) | Filter products by 48VAC |
| Contact configuration | Filter products by 3 NO |
Lovato ElectricContactors & AccessoriesMotor Control & Motors
BF1801A048 – 18A AC3 7.5KW Contactor 1NC 48VAC | Lovato Electric
Order code
List R976,50 Your price R683,55
Per unit · volume pricing available on request
excl. VAT R786,08 incl.
Listed in stock — availability is re-confirmed on every order
In stock — 1–2 working days if stocked locally, 3–5 working days if sourced
18A AC3 7.5KW Contactor 1NC 48VAC — Lovato Electric order code BF1801A048. Rated current 32 A; AC-3 rated current 18 A; AC-3 motor rating 7.5 kW at 400 V; 3P.
In stock — 1–2 working days if stocked locally, 3–5 working days if sourced
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Ordering & delivery
- Contact us for bulk pricing, lead times and ordering codes.
- Minimum order: 1 unit.
- Manufacturer's standard warranty applies.
- Collection from our branch, delivery in the Johannesburg area, and export across Africa on request.
- Some items are held off-site rather than in our own warehouse — availability is confirmed on every order.
- Authorised ElectroMechanica distributor
- Genuine product with manufacturer warranty
- Formal quotations with written lead times
Overview
BF1801A048 — 18A AC3 7.5KW Contactor 1NC 48VAC by Lovato Electric. Listed under Contactors & Accessories on the Lovato Electric catalogue at RMS-EM.Africa.
About BF1801A048
BF series Three-pole contactors (Ui 690V) The Lovato contactor range offers only the finest in quality and reliability. The contactors are geared for easy installation with a snap-on mounting feature. Available in both AC and DC, Lovato contactors offers a solution for any installation. Key Features: Coils with wide operating range 55mm wide contactors up to 80a in AC3 (45kW) with a width of just 55mm 45mm wide contactors- merely 45mm wide: exceptional benefit for electric panel dimensions 4-terminal coil connecting cables can be coupled to the coil both on the line and load ends of the contactor Built-in surge suppressor BF series contactors up to 80A AC3 with voltages in DC or AC/DC already have a built-in surge suppressor Low-consumption coils. The BF…L contactors feature a 2.4W low consumption. This characteristic widely allows their direct control by PLC outputs Electronic coil. Contactors from 40 to 80A AC3 can be equipped with AC/DC electronic coil with wide operating range. Example: single 100 to 250V AC/DC coil.
BF1801A048 key specifications
Key specifications: rated current 32 A; AC-3 rated current 18 A; AC-3 motor rating 7.5 kW at 400 V; 3P; control voltage 48 V; 3 NO contacts; auxiliary contacts 1 NC.
Ordering information for BF1801A048
- Order code:
BF1801A048 - Manufacturer: Lovato Electric
- Supplied: each
- Datasheet: manufacturer datasheet for BF1801A048
How to read the order code
BF— Lovato BF contactor18— AC-3 rating 18 AA048— coil 48 V AC
Ordering options in this range
Same product, different coil / control voltage:
BF1801A024— 24 V
BF1801A048 — frequently asked questions
What is the rated current of BF1801A048?
BF1801A048 is rated 32 A.
What motor rating can BF1801A048 switch?
BF1801A048 is rated for 7.5 kW at 400 V (AC-3, three-phase).
What coil or control voltage does BF1801A048 use?
BF1801A048 is supplied with a 48 V coil. Other coil voltages in the range appear under “Ordering options” above where the catalogue lists them.
How many poles does BF1801A048 have?
BF1801A048 is a 3P device.
Where is the datasheet for BF1801A048?
The manufacturer datasheet is linked under “Ordering information” above; the product page also carries the manufacturer’s documents where Lovato Electric publishes them.
Is BF1801A048 a genuine Lovato Electric product?
Yes. BF1801A048 is supplied through the manufacturer’s authorised channel with the standard Lovato Electric warranty, and every order is confirmed against stock before payment.
Documents
Published by the manufacturer for this part. Each one opens in a new tab.
Technical specifications
Data supplied by the manufacturer. Confirm against the official datasheet before ordering.
Identification & ordering
| Order code | BF1801A048 |
|---|---|
| Product name | Filter products by 18A AC3 7.5KW Contactor 1NC 48VAC |
| Brand | Filter products by Lovato Electric |
Electrical ratings
| Number of poles | Filter products by 3P |
|---|---|
| Rated current (Iu) | Filter products by 32 A |
| Rated current AC-3 (Ie) | Filter products by 18 A |
| Control circuit voltage (Us) | Filter products by 48 V |
Power & coil
| Coil voltage (Uc) | Filter products by 48VAC |
|---|---|
| Power rating | Filter products by 7.5 kW |
Contacts, control & I/O
| Contact configuration | Filter products by 3 NO |
|---|---|
| Auxiliary contacts | Filter products by 1 NC |
Documents
| Datasheet | Download datasheet |
|---|---|
| Certifications | Download certifications |
| Instructions for use | Download instructions |
Other specifications
| Rated power kw | Filter products by 7.5 kW |
|---|
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Same published rating on our other storefronts
Suggestions, not stated equivalents. Each manufacturer publishes the same poles 3P, AC-3 current 18 A for its own order code. Breaking capacity, terminals, mounting, width, coil range, accessories and approvals are not part of that and routinely differ — send us the code and we will confirm what actually replaces it.
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Quick answers
What is BF1801A048?
BF1801A048 is the order code for 18A AC3 7.5KW Contactor 1NC 48VAC. It belongs to our Contactors & Accessories range. RMS-EM.Africa supplies it as genuine Lovato Electric product, sourced through the manufacturer's distribution channel.
What is the rated current of BF1801A048?
Lovato Electric rates 18A AC3 7.5KW Contactor 1NC 48VAC at 32 A. It is a 3P-pole device.
What coil voltage does BF1801A048 take?
18A AC3 7.5KW Contactor 1NC 48VAC takes a 48VAC coil. Order the coil voltage that matches your control circuit.
Is it available?
It is listed as in stock. Availability is re-confirmed on every order before any payment is taken, so what you order is what actually ships.
How do I get a formal quotation?
Use "Add to quote" and submit the quote basket. The RMS team prices every line, confirms stock, and emails you a formal quotation with written lead times — and you can accept it online to turn it into an order.
Do I pay when I order?
No. Checkout submits the order without payment; we confirm stock for every line first, then email you a secure payment link for the order.