Product Description
Baker BA 989897 solenoid is a 100 amp, magnetic engagement solenoid with a curved structural steel bracket, designed for electric lift truck control applications requiring 24VDC coil voltage. It features rugged construction and high cycle life for demanding service environments.
Specifications
Electrical
| Contact Cycle Life | 100,000 cycles minimum at rated amperage |
| Coil Voltage | 24VDC nominal |
| Pull-In Time | ≤ 300 ms at nominal voltage |
| Release Time | ≤ 150 ms at nominal voltage |
Part Numbers
| Manufacturer Part Number | BA 989897 |
| OEM Part Number | BK989897 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the coil voltage specification for BA 989897?
A: BA 989897 operates on 24VDC nominal coil voltage. Verify your lift truck electrical system supplies 24VDC before ordering. Operating this solenoid on incorrect voltage will prevent magnetic engagement, reduce cycle life, or cause coil failure.
Q: What is the current rating and maximum amperage for BA 989897?
A: BA 989897 is rated for 100 amp current. This solenoid is designed for control circuits requiring high amperage magnetic switching in electric lift truck applications. Do not exceed the 100 amp rating, as doing so will cause overheating and contact erosion.
Q: What does contact cycle life mean and why does it matter?
A: BA 989897 is rated for 100,000 cycles minimum at rated amperage, meaning it can safely switch on and off 100,000 times before contacts wear significantly. In demanding warehouse environments with high-frequency lift truck operation, this cycle rating ensures reliability. Contact pitting and wear increase electrical resistance over time.
Q: What are the pull-in and release times for BA 989897?
A: BA 989897 has a pull-in time of 300 ms or less and a release time of 150 ms or less, both measured at nominal 24VDC. These timing specifications ensure fast magnetic engagement and disengagement in lift truck control circuits. Slower response times indicate contact wear or coil damage.
Q: What construction material is BA 989897 made from?
A: BA 989897 features a curved structural steel bracket with rugged construction designed to withstand vibration and impact in demanding lift truck control applications. The curved bracket provides structural rigidity and supports high cycle-life operation in heavy-use environments.