LOVATO Electric’s Electromechanical Contactors Achieve UL A2L Certification

LOVATO Electric announces its electromechanical contactor portfolio, which spans the BG Series mini-contactors, BF Series contactors and DPBF Series Definite Purpose Contactors, is certified for use in refrigeration and air-conditioning equipment employing A2L mildly flammable refrigerants. This certification gives HVAC and refrigeration OEMs a complete, drop-in compliant switching solution as the industry transitions away from R-410A.

The certified product lines cover common loads found in compressor motor, fan motor and electric heating elements in residential, light commercial and commercial refrigeration applications:

With R-410A equipment imports ended as of Jan. 1, 2025, A2L certification now applies to every arc-producing component in refrigerant zones. Each time an electromechanical contactor opens or closes, it generates an arc at the contact gap — a potential ignition source where mildly flammable refrigerant could accumulate. A contactor without A2L certification is a non-compliant ignition risk regardless of its electrical rating. LOVATO Electric’s contactors eliminate that risk.