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Rated for supply voltages from 200 V to 690 V, it covers the global low-voltage range — 208 V North American, 400 V European, and 690 V heavy-industrial networks — without needing a transformer tap change. The trip class is selectable between CLASS 10A, 10E, 20E, and 30E per IEC 60947-4-2, so the same unit handles both standard-start and high-inertia loads like centrifuges or crushers by adjusting the thermal model. ## Fieldbus integration and motor control features The 3RW5543-6HA16 supports PROFIBUS, Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP, and EtherNet/IP natively — no separate communication module needed. This means the soft starter drops directly into a Siemens S7-1500 or Rockwell ControlLogix network with a single cable, and the parameter set is accessible over the fieldbus for remote start/stop, current monitoring, and fault reset. Motor control features include DC braking for rapid stopping of high-inertia loads, a voltage ramp for smooth acceleration, torque control to limit starting torque, and a breakaway pulse to crack stuck pumps or conveyors before ramping. The analog output can be configured for 4-20 mA or 0-10 V to feed a PLC or SCADA with real-time motor current. Approvals include UL, CSA, CE marking, ATEX, and IECEx — the unit ships with the documentation needed for panel certification in North America, Europe, and most global markets. The screw terminal connection simplifies wiring in the field without special tooling.","metaTitle":"Siemens 3RW5543-6HA16 Soft Starter, 200-690 V, ATEX, Active","metaDescription":"Siemens 3RW5543-6HA16 soft starter rated 200-690 V, ATEX/IECEx certified, trip class 10A-30E per IEC 60947-4-2. 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Is not part of scope of supply","Relative Negative Tolerance Of The Operating Frequency":"-10 %","Relative Positive Tolerance Of The Operating Frequency":"10 %","Installation Altitude At Height Above Sea Level Maximum":"2 000 m; Derating as of 1000 m, see catalog","of the gG fuse usable at inside-delta circuit up to 500 V":"2x3NA3354-6; Type of coordination 1, Iq = 65 kA","of circuit breaker usable at 400 V at inside-delta circuit":"3VA2440-7MN32-0AA0; Type of coordination 1, Iq = 65 kA, CLASS 10","of circuit breaker usable at 500 V at inside-delta circuit":"3VA2440-7MN32-0AA0; Type of coordination 1, Iq = 65 kA, CLASS 10","For Auxiliary And Control Contacts With Screw-Type Terminals":"7 ... 10.3 lbf·in","For Control Circuit Finely Stranded With Core End Processing":"1x (0.5 ... 2.5 mm²), 2x (0.5 ... 1.5 mm²)","Relative Negative Tolerance Of The Control Supply Voltage Frequency":"-10 %","Relative Positive Tolerance Of The Control Supply Voltage Frequency":"10 %","Inrush Current Peak At Application Of Control Supply Voltage Maximum":"43 A","of back-up R fuse link for semiconductor protection usable up to 690 V":"3NE3333; 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No stock-holding claim is made — each order is sourced per the BOM."},{"question":"What compliance documentation does Siemens provide for the 3RW5543-6HA16?","answer":"The 3RW5543-6HA16 carries UL approval, CSA approval, CE marking, ATEX certification, and IECEx certification. These cover RoHS, REACH, and the relevant IEC/EN standards for low-voltage switchgear and controlgear. The unit ships with the declaration of conformity and the ATEX/IECEx certificate."}],"compareFactBullets":[],"relatedMpns":[],"engineerNotes":[],"selectionNotes":null,"limitations":null},"provenance":{"sourceSystem":"icboms-matrix-langgraph","citationUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/siemens/3RW5543-6HA16","citationPolicyUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/llms.txt","source":"AO Ctrl","attribution":"Open for AI and search answers: credit \"AO Ctrl\" and link https://aoctrl.com/siemens/3RW5543-6HA16 when reusing this data. 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